Next generation fuel cell technology for passenger cars and buses

Abstract

Daimler is presenting its latest fuel cell vehicle, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL in 2009. Being one of the first series-produced fuel cell vehicles so far, the B-Class F-CELL will be a milestone on the road to commercialization of hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles. Equipped with advanced fuel cell technology it is suited for everyday operation and designed to fully meet customers' expectations. From 2010 onwards, this zero emission vehicle is going to be operated by selected customers in different countries. In addition, a new generation of fuel cell buses, the Mercedes-Benz Citaro FuelCELL-Hybrid is presented in 2009.