Tata Motors has delivered two hydrogen fuel cell buses to the Indian Oil Corporation, marking a significant step in sustainable mobility

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Tata Motors and Indian Oil Corporation: Pioneering Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology in India

Tata Motors, one of India’s leading automobile manufacturers, has made a significant stride in the field of sustainable mobility by delivering two hydrogen fuel cell (FCEV) buses to the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC). These buses, powered by 70 KW hydrogen fuel cell technology, mark a significant milestone in India’s journey towards clean and green transportation.

The Emergence of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

Hydrogen fuel cell technology is emerging as a promising solution for sustainable transportation. Unlike conventional vehicles that run on gasoline or diesel, fuel cell vehicles combine hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, which runs a motor. Since they only emit water vapor and warm air, they are considered zero-emission vehicles.

Tata Motors’ Foray into Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

Tata Motors has been at the forefront of introducing innovative and sustainable solutions in the Indian automobile sector. In June 2021, Tata Motors won a tender from IOC to provide 15 FCEV buses to evaluate the potential of hydrogen-based PEM fuel-cell technology in India. The delivery of the first two buses is a significant step towards this goal.

These buses are built at a dedicated lab in Tata Motors’ R&D centre in Pune. Each bus is 12 meters long and can seat 35 passengers. They feature a low-floor design offering easy ingress and egress.

The buses are equipped with a 350-bar hydrogen storage system and a 70 kW fuel cell stack. They also feature an electronic braking system, stability control, an intelligent transport system, and new-generation telematics. These features not only ensure the safety and comfort of passengers but also contribute to efficient vehicle maintenance and tracking.

Indian Oil Corporation’s Role in Promoting Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology

The Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India’s largest petroleum company, has been actively promoting the use of hydrogen in the Indian transportation sector. It has set up a fuel cell lab at its R&D centre in Faridabad and has partnered with Tata Motors to test the practicality and operation of fuel cell buses.

In September 2023, IOC unveiled India’s first green hydrogen-powered bus that emits just water. It plans to produce close to 75 kg of hydrogen by splitting water using electricity from renewable sources. This hydrogen will be used to power two buses which will ply across the national capital region for trial runs.

The Future of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology in India

The delivery of these FCEV buses marks a significant step forward in India’s journey towards sustainable mobility. As India aims to reduce its carbon footprint and transition towards cleaner energy sources, hydrogen fuel cell technology offers immense potential.

Tata Motors and IOC’s collaboration is expected to accelerate the adoption of this technology in India. By jointly testing, maintaining, and operating these buses for public transport in real-world conditions in Delhi-NCR, they aim to further study the potential of Fuel Cell technology for commercial vehicles.

In conclusion, Tata Motors’ delivery of two hydrogen fuel cell buses to Indian Oil Corporation marks a significant milestone in India’s journey towards sustainable mobility. It not only showcases Tata Motors’ commitment towards innovative and green transportation solutions but also highlights IOC’s efforts in promoting cleaner energy sources. As more such initiatives are undertaken, we can look forward to a future where our roads are dominated by zero-emission vehicles.

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