In a bold step toward carbon-neutral logistics, Toyota Motor Europe has rolled out hydrogen fuel cell trucks across key European routes.

Toyota Motor Europe, in partnership with Dutch manufacturer VDL Groep, has launched a groundbreaking emission-free logistics program powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology. The initiative introduces five zero-emission trucks into Toyota’s core logistics network, linking Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Departing from the European Parts Center in Diest, Belgium, the trucks are now transporting goods to strategic destinations in Lille, Cologne, Rotterdam, and Weesp. Each of the 40-ton vehicles delivers performance on par with conventional diesel trucks but with the added benefit of producing no harmful emissions. Under real-world conditions, the trucks are capable of traveling up to 400 kilometers on a single hydrogen charge.

The project brings together prominent logistics partners including Vos Transport Group, CEVA Logistics, Groupe CAT, and Yusen Logistics. These companies will play a vital role in evaluating the day-to-day operational performance of the new fleet, particularly within the high-demand environment of Toyota’s logistics center, which handles over 500,000 parts daily.

This move is part of Toyota’s broader strategy to reach carbon neutrality across its logistics operations by 2040. Thiebault Paquet, Vice President of Research and Development at Toyota Motor Europe, emphasized the broader vision behind the initiative: “This project not only supports our decarbonization goals but also helps build the foundations of a hydrogen-based economy by increasing demand and awareness for clean hydrogen fuel.”

By pioneering hydrogen-powered logistics at scale, Toyota is reinforcing its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and a cleaner transportation future across Europe.

Source: Toyota Motor Europe