Hyundai Xcent Electric
By the Editorial Staff
March 24, 2026
A motor then converts the electricity produced in the fuel cell system and stored in the high-voltage battery to kinetic energy. This energy sets driving axle in motion. Just like in hybrid and battery electric cars, a regenerative braking system moves electricity back to the battery when the driver uses the brake, improving fuel economy.
Hyundai Motor showcases the new XCIENT Fuel Cell truck with its advanced hydrogen fuel cell system at the ACT Expo 2025 in Anaheim, California New XCIENT FC features newly developed Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and advanced hydrogen technologies tailored for the N. American market Hyundai announces new U.S. business model and partnerships to further drive its commercialization of.
Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the Xcient fuel-cell-electric Class 8 heavy-duty truck designed for the North American market at ACT Expo 2025 in Anaheim, Calif. The new Xcient is powered by a 180-kW hydrogen fuel cell system. Equipped with two 90-kW stacks, and a 72-kWh battery pack, it features a 350-kW e-motor, providing maximum torque of 2,237 Nm.
Under optimal conditions, it delivers a. The new truck is based on Hyundai's existing XCIENT platform but has been re-engineered to meet North American Class 8 specifications. It features two 90-kW hydrogen fuel cell stacks (180 kW combined), a 350-kW electric motor, and a 72.
Hyundai introduced the new Xcient Fuel Cell Class 8 heavy-duty truck at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo, as well as plans for a hydrogen production and dispensing facility in Georgia. XCIENT Fuel Cell is the world's first commercialized hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. about the power of sustainable mobility forward.
This month Hyundai launched the first of a total of 21 heavy-duty XCIENT hydrogen fuel-cell electric trucks at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in the state of Georgia. Hyundai Motor unveiled the new XCIENT Fuel Cell heavy-duty truck at ACT Expo 2025, showcasing advanced hydrogen fuel cell technology, strategic partnerships, and clean logistics innovations tailored for the North American market. Experience Hyundai's leadership in sustainable transportation and the global hydrogen energy transition.
Hyundai Motor Group is deploying 21 XCIENT fuel cell trucks for logistics operations at its Georgia plant, marking a significant step toward a sustainable future for the trucking industry. Explore Hyundai electrified vehicles to find one that's right for you. to view our electric, plug-in hybrid, hybrid, and fuel cell powertrains.