HYVIA unveils two more prototype hydrogen vans

HYVIA has unveiled two hydrogen light commercial vehicle prototypes based on the Renault Master.

Both new versions offer zero CO2 emissions, increased range and a refuelling time of just five minutes. 

The first is the Master Chassis Cab H2-TECH, while the second is the Master City Bus H2-TECH.

The HYVIA Master Chassis Cab H2-TECH, offers 155 miles of range, it is equipped with a 30kW fuel cell, 33kWh battery and two tanks containing 3kg of hydrogen (divided between two 1.5kg tanks) at 700 bars.

This vehicle offers a wide range of tailor-made conversion options to professionals, adapting to their needs – including the use as a box van with 19 cubic metres of cargo space volume. The first conversion to be released, the box van is perfectly adapted to carry goods and packages up to 1,000kg in payload.

The onboard experience of the Master Chassis Cab H2-TECH is enhanced by displaying the hydrogen flow and advanced powertrain system in action to the driver. It will be available in 2022. 

The Master City Bus H2-TECH uses a 30kW fuel cell and 33kWh battery. It comes with a tank capacity of 4.5kg of hydrogen at 350 bars.

This enables a range of around 186 miles (300km) while carrying up to 15 passengers, with room for nine sitting and six standing. It is also capable of being wheelchair accessible to enhance its versatility and options for use.

The Master City Bus H2-TECH is the ideal solution for businesses, local use and public services needing to transport several passengers with ease.