Tata Motors Begins India’s First Hydrogen Truck Trials

Mumbai- Tata Motors Limited., a commercial vehicle manufacturer, has launched the first trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks. Aimed at revolutionizing long-distance cargo transportation, was flagged off by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, and Shri Pralhad Joshi, Hon’ble Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy. The event also featured Mr. Girish Wagh, Executive Director of Tata Motors, along with distinguished government officials and industry leaders.

With this pioneering trial, Tata Motors reaffirms its commitment to advancing sustainable mobility in alignment with India’s green energy vision. The company was awarded the project under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, funded by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. This initiative plays a crucial role in evaluating the commercial viability of hydrogen-powered vehicles for long-haul freight and in developing the necessary infrastructure to support their widespread adoption.

The trial, set to run for up to 24 months, will deploy 16 state-of-the-art hydrogen-powered trucks with varied configurations and payload capacities. These vehicles, incorporating Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2-ICE) and Fuel Cell (H2-FCEV) technologies, will be tested on key freight corridors, including routes around Mumbai, Pune, Delhi-NCR, Surat, Vadodara, Jamshedpur, and Kalinganagar.

Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, said, “Hydrogen is the fuel of the future with immense potential to transform India’s transportation sector by reducing emissions and enhancing energy self-reliance. Such Initiatives will accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility in heavy-duty trucking, and move us closer to an efficient, low-carbon future. I congratulate Tata Motors for taking the lead in this significant step towards enabling hydrogen-powered green and smart transportation.”

Shri Pralhad Joshi, Hon’ble Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India said, “Hydrogen is an important fuel for India’s transition to a sustainable and zero-carbon future. The beginning of this trial is a significant step forward in showcasing the potential of green hydrogen in decarbonizing India’s transportation sector. This initiative, part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, reflects our commitment to driving innovation and achieving India’s energy independence while contributing to global climate goals. I applaud Tata Motors for taking the lead in this pioneering effort.”

Mr. Girish Wagh, Executive Director, Tata Motors, said, “Tata Motors is deeply honored to be at the forefront of driving India’s transformation towards greener, smarter, and sustainable mobility. As a company with a long-standing commitment to nation-building, we have continuously embraced innovation to develop mobility solutions that contribute to India’s growth and development. Today, with the commencement of these hydrogen truck trials, we are proud to further this legacy by pioneering the transition to clean, zero emission energy for long haul transportation. We are grateful to the Government of India for their visionary leadership in making this possible, and we remain committed to playing our part in building sustainable, future ready mobility solutions that will deliver better performance and efficiency.” 

Tata Motors' holistic approach to hydrogen mobility, featuring both Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2ICE) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) technologies. This includes two Tata Prima H.55S prime movers one H2ICE and one FCEV—along with the Tata Prima H.28 H2ICE truck. Designed for sustainable and high-performance transport, these trucks offer a 300-500 km range, advanced safety features, and enhanced driver comfort.

Tata Motors leads in alternative fuel technologies, including battery electric, CNG, LNG, H2ICE, and FCEV, with a diverse portfolio across commercial vehicle segments. The company has also deployed 15 Hydrogen FCEV buses in India.