Stellantis relocates its hydrogen commercial vehicles to France
This page is translated from the original post "Stellantis relocalise ses véhicules utilitaires hydrogène en France" in French.
- 31/10/2022 10:00
The hydrogen utility vehicle production for Peugeot, Citroën, and Opel will thus become 100% French at the Hordain (Nord) site.
The Citroën ë-Jumpy, Peugeot e-Expert, and Opel Vivaro-e will therefore relocate their final assembly to the Hordain (Nord) plant. This site already produces electric and thermal versions of the vans. So, this is a logical return to the home turf.
Stellantis Hordain: The 3-in-1 Electric, Combustion, and Hydrogen
“Today’s announcement demonstrates Stellantis’ commitment to investing in France in the most advanced technologies and supporting low-carbon mobility,” stated Stellantis CEO, Carlos Tavares, during his visit last week, “It enables Stellantis to move to the next chapter of automotive history with a transition managed in collaboration with our social partners across our 12 industrial sites spread over 7 French regions, where we are historically and proudly rooted.” This is a new announcement following the launch of the new Peugeot e-408 electric cars, e-3008, e-5008, and Citroën SUVs produced in France.
The utility vehicles by Peugeot, Opel, and Citroën feature a unique hybrid hydrogen system onboard. Hydrogen technology, via a classic fuel cell, allows for approximately 350 kilometers of range. It is supported by a sizable electric battery, roughly 10 kWh. This option provides an additional 50 kilometers for short trips or when hydrogen recharging is not possible.
The Hordain site aims to produce 5,000 hydrogen utility vehicles annually by 2024.
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