Hyundai Translead to distribute Xcient Fuel Cell trucks in North America to support hydrogen-powered fleets
Key takeaways
- Hyundai Translead will distribute Xcient Fuel Cell trucks in North America, combining trailers and hydrogen trucks for fleets.
- Xcient Fuel Cell trucks offer zero tailpipe emissions, supporting cleaner operations for heavy-duty and refrigerated fleets.
- Hyundai has delivered over 3,500 fuel-cell commercial vehicles globally, with deployments in California and Georgia demonstrating real-world use.
Hyundai Translead recently announced it will serve as the official distributor of Hyundai’s Xcient Fuel Cell heavy-duty trucks in North America. The company, which manufactures commercial trailers—including refrigerated options—will combine its trailer business with hydrogen-powered truck distribution.
This integrated approach helps fleets streamline purchasing and operations while reducing emissions. The Xcient Fuel Cell truck produces zero tailpipe emissions and runs on hydrogen. Hyundai has delivered over 3,500 fuel-cell commercial vehicles globally, including more than 250 heavy-duty Xcient units. Deployments include 35 trucks in California and 21 trucks supporting operations at Hyundai’s Metaplant facility in Georgia.
“Our focus is on delivering more integrated and flexible transportation solutions that empower our customers and advance the industry,” Sean Kenney, CEO of Hyundai Translead, stated. “We’re not only improving operational efficiency and enabling the use of advanced technologies, but we’re also building a more cohesive approach that opens the door to future possibilities.”
