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The transport sector is undergoing transformations that could be compared to a true quantum leap. And at the center of this advance is Mercedes-Benz with its GenH2 prototype, powered by a hydrogen fuel cell.
The vehicle, which has a gross weight of 40 tons, left Wörth am Rhein in Germany and arrived in Berlin after traveling more than 1.000 km. The most incredible detail? He completed this entire journey with just one supply of two 40 kg hydrogen tanks, and without emitting a single gram of carbon. Watch the video released by Mercedes-Benz at the end of the news.
Innovative Daimler Truck technology contributes to climate target
But the GenH2 is not an isolated move Mercedes-Benz. The initiative is part of a broader set of strategies aligned with the Paris Climate Agreement. Daimler Truck, the corporation behind the development, is committed to offering effective solutions for vehicle production CO2 neutral.
The hydrogen era in long-distance transport
According to Andreas Gorbach, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler Truck AG and Head of Truck Technology, the hydrogen fuel cell is the ideal technology for long-distance transport, which demands flexibility and endurance. “Hydrogen and electric batteries are indispensable traction technologies for decarbonizing transport“, emphasizes Gorbach.
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Mercedes-Benz GenH2
Without a doubt, the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 prototype represents more than a technological advance. It is a milestone for the automotive industry and for the world. More than a thousand kilometers driven with zero emissions position the company as a leader in the race for a more sustainable future.
The prototype of Mercedes-Benz it's not just a step towards the future; it is a giant leap for humanity in the search for sustainable and efficient alternatives. And all of this is already happening, here and now, showing that the future is closer than we think.
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