New technology to reduce hydrogen fuel cost per mile in trucks

A new technology is aiming to decrease the cost per mile whilst using hydrogen fuel in the mobility sector, TruckLabs revealed on March 10.

The company’s flagship product, TruckWings, is recognised as an aerodynamic device that closes the gap between cab and trailer at highway speeds and is developed to work on a range of fuels including hydrogen.

Reducing the cost of hydrogen per mile could be a significant breakthrough for hydrogen mobility with this helping to optimises hydrogen fuel and create an extra incentive to invest in the zero-emission technology.

The main reason is that the device increases the aerodynamics of the vehicle and reduces drag to save 4-6% on hydrogen fuel.

Daniel Burrows, CEO of TruckLabs, said, “TruckWings have achieved millions of gallons of fuel savings for our customers to date. With the release of our third-generation platform, we’re excited to extend these fuel savings to any fleet, any tractor, and any fuel type.

“We have significantly decreased TruckWings’ installation time and total cost, and enhanced durability and longevity, so that fleets can realize fuel savings benefits faster and longer.

“Through TruckWings and our other product TripDynamics, a fuel-saving driver engagement technology, we’re delivering on our goal to innovate the trucking industry through technology, helping to create a more sustainable future for the commercial transportation industry.”