ACT Expo 2025: Toyota expands US hydrogen push with new trucks, fuelling infrastructure, and next-gen system
Toyota is once again stepping up its hydrogen efforts in North America, announcing a series of new moves at this year’s ACT Expo 2025 that cover hydrogen trucks, infrastructure, and new fuel cell technology.
Hydrogen trucks joining Toyota’s California logistics fleet
First up, Toyota confirmed it will start rolling out fully fledged production versions of its hydrogen-powered Class 8 trucks on logistics routes between the Port of Long Beach, the North American Parts Center California (NAPCC) in Ontario, and as far south as San Diego.
The move is part of the company’s wider 2050 Challenge to scrub carbon emissions across its supply chain.
To support the new fleet, Toyota is building a dedicated hydrogen station on the NAPCC campus, which will run on liquid hydrogen supplied by Air Liquide’s North Las Vegas plant.
The fuel stop will also feature the companies SAE J2601/5 high-flow dispensers, enabling fuelling speeds comparable to diesel – crucial for fleet uptime.
Toyota says the aim is to make hydrogen affordable and practical for commercial operations.
Jordan Choby, Group Vice President of Powertrain Engineering said: “Hydrogen as a fuel – and especially fuel cells – offer benefits that can make a positive change, and we are invested in their long-term success.
“We are investing in resources that we believe will lead to sustainable growth, both for our operations and the entire value chain in this still-evolving transportation sector.”
As part of the push, Toyota also plans to “vertically integrate” further into hydrogen production and supply, working closely with partners including Air Liquide and Iwatani to strengthen the wider hydrogen ecosystem.
Gen 3 fuel cell system makes North American debut
Also revealed at ACT is Toyota’s next-generation Gen 3 fuel cell system, developed for use across heavy-duty trucks, commercial vehicles, and passenger cars.
Due to arrive in the States around 2027, the new stack is claimed to deliver 20% more efficiency and 20% more power than the outgoing system.
Designed with durability in mind, the Gen 3 system is expected to last more than 600,000 miles (around 1 million kilometres) in heavy-duty applications without major service – matching the rugged maintenance expectations of diesel trucks.
“We envision a stronger hydrogen fueling infrastructure, evolved fuel cell stacks and a whole ecosystem of engaged partners and suppliers who, like us, are in it for the long haul”, Choby added.
Toyota Hydrogen Solutions platform launches for commercial customers
Alongside the hardware announcements, Toyota also launched Toyota Hydrogen Solutions (THS), a new business platform aimed at helping commercial customers adopt hydrogen-powered technologies.
The new website offers product details, case studies, and direct contact channels, with a focus on scalable solutions – from stationary power generation to Class 8 truck powertrains.
Jay Sackett, TMNA R&D chief engineer of Advanced Mobility said: “While Toyota continues to offer its hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric technology in vehicle powertrains, we are more than a powertrain supplier.
“We aim to provide a host of efficient solutions that help get work done. This new website is a clear indication that we are open for business and eager to offer technologies to benefit our customers.”
Building a broader hydrogen ecosystem
Toyota’s hydrogen ambitions extend beyond its own operations, where in Japan, the company is working with company Chiyoda on electrolysis technology, and exploring hydrogen production from methane byproducts sourced from landfills, wastewater plants, and agriculture.
“Hydrogen is another path to energy independence, security and innovation, expanding how we can move people, goods, information, energy, and society”, said Choby.
Toyota’s hydrogen activities in North America are led by its Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ) in Gardena, California, working alongside teams in Michigan, Texas, and Japan.
