Renault introduced its hydrogen-powered prototype SUV
Renault, a French multinational automotive manufacturer, unveiled its prototype hydrogen fuel cell-powered sports utility vehicle (SUV) with the aim to outperform in the race to cleaner driving. According to the information, the car dubbed the 'Scenic Vision', will not be offered commercially before 2030-2032. However, this electric version will reach the market by 2024.
Like every electric vehicle, this electric vehicle will also be embedded with an electric motor. However, what differentiates this model is that electricity produced through hydrogen will power the motor of the vehicle. Thus, it will enhance the battery's range significantly.
According to Renault, a 16kW fuel cell will increase the car's range to 800km without recharging, and the battery will be twice as light, resulting in a 75% reduction in carbon footprint compared to a conventional electric model.
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The Scenic Vision is being released as Renault moves forward with plans to separate its electric vehicle and combustion engine businesses. Renault recently forged new alliances to enhance the connected experience onboard its vehicles. In addition to that, Renault has formed four new partnerships with application developers, including EasyPark, Radioplayer, Sybel1, and Vivaldi browser, to improve the onboard customer experience in its new vehicles.
Other Asian carmakers, such as Toyota and Hyundai, have already started using hydrogen fuel cell-based cars in the market. Apart from that, BMW is planning to introduce its hydrogen iX5 in the market as small-batch series. Moreover, the scope of hydrogen-powered batteries is not limited to cars only. Recently, Toyota Motor Europe, CaetanoBus, and Air Liquide inked a partnership agreement, intending to develop hydrogen-powered transportation options as the race to develop zero-emission vehicles is intensifying. The companies plan to focus on a variety of hydrogen-related areas, including infrastructure for distribution and refuelling, low-carbon and renewable hydrogen production, and hydrogen deployment in a variety of vehicle types.