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First Hydrogen's Hydrogen-Powered LCV Praised by Rivus

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Following initial journeys on roads in Birmingham, the West Midlands and South Yorkshire, Rivus' drivers have complimented the vehicle for its "effortless" and "comfortable" driving.

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  • Following initial journeys on roads in Birmingham, the West Midlands and South Yorkshire, Rivus' drivers have complimented the vehicle for its "effortless" and "comfortable" driving.
  • Rivus, which manages approximately 120,000 vehicles, including approximately 85,000 LCVs, is the first fleet management company to test drive the first-of-its-kind hydrogen vehicle on UK roads.
  • Steve Gill, CEO Automotive at First Hydrogen, comments: "We are pleased to hear the positive initial reactions from Rivus' drivers, especially around driving experience.
  • Our team has been impressed with the First Hydrogen vehicle's handling, how comfortable it is and how smoothly it drives.

First Hydrogen Reports Stellar Performance of Its Hydrogen-Powered LCV Under Real-World Conditions

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Monday, May 15, 2023

The vehicle is currently performing with excellent efficiency, including both urban, extra-urban (which includes driving at higher speeds) and highway operations.

Key Points: 
  • The vehicle is currently performing with excellent efficiency, including both urban, extra-urban (which includes driving at higher speeds) and highway operations.
  • First Hydrogen's LCV fuel consumption figures seen in many driving scenarios are under 2kg/100km, and in mostly urban driving this is 1.5kg/100km.
  • First Hydrogen's LCV demonstrates how hydrogen fuel can provide fleet managers with zero-emission vehicles that deliver the range, payloads, and fast refuelling times they require.
  • Mileage accumulation is enabling First Hydrogen to gather performance data, including information on fuel consumption, to validate different vehicle operating parameters.

First Hydrogen Commences Trials with Rivus

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

First Hydrogen's engineers joined the Rivus team for driver training on April 27th and 28th.

Key Points: 
  • First Hydrogen's engineers joined the Rivus team for driver training on April 27th and 28th.
  • Rivus supports some of the UK's largest and most critical fleets and manages approximately 120,000 vehicles, including approximately 85,000 LCVs.
  • This information will help First Hydrogen to optimise vehicle configuration and enhance Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) data.
  • The results are intended to provide Rivus customers and fleet managers with insight into the benefits and practicality of hydrogen as an alternative fuel.

First Hydrogen NextGen Concept Zero Emission Campervan

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Monday, April 17, 2023

Designed to have spacious living quarters, a large front windshield and good ground clearance, the campervan concept prioritises driver comfort and experience.

Key Points: 
  • Designed to have spacious living quarters, a large front windshield and good ground clearance, the campervan concept prioritises driver comfort and experience.
  • The RV concept illustrates how First Hydrogen is exploring how fuel cell electric technology could be applied to larger vehicles.
  • First Hydrogen sees an opportunity for hydrogen-powered vehicles to support this growing market reach zero emissions alongside commercial vehicle sectors.
  • Steve Gill, CEO of Automotive for First Hydrogen, says: "The First Hydrogen campervan is an example of how we see hydrogen fuel cell and other electric vehicle technologies having wider applications.

RETRANSMISSION: Ballard Power Test Drives First Hydrogen LCVs

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Monday, March 13, 2023

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 13, 2023) - First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) ("FIRST HYDROGEN" or the "Company") welcomed Ballard Power Systems ("Ballard") to test drive its first-generation zero emission light commercial vehicle ("LCV") at AVL Powertrain's engineering facility in Basildon, UK.

Key Points: 
  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 13, 2023) - First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) ("FIRST HYDROGEN" or the "Company") welcomed Ballard Power Systems ("Ballard") to test drive its first-generation zero emission light commercial vehicle ("LCV") at AVL Powertrain's engineering facility in Basildon, UK.
  • Ballard partnered with First Hydrogen to develop these first-of-their-kind hydrogen powered LCVs.
  • The First Hydrogen vehicles will be deployed with major fleet operators that have already enrolled to drive the hydrogen zero-emission LCV's.
  • Robert Campbell, CEO of First Hydrogen Energy, added: "Our close working relationship with Ballard has played a key role in developing First Hydrogen's first generation of zero-emission LCVs.

Ballard Power Test Drives First Hydrogen LCVs

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Friday, March 10, 2023

Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2023) - First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) ("FIRST HYDROGEN" or the "Company") welcomed Ballard Power Systems ("Ballard") to test drive its first-generation zero emission light commercial vehicle ("LCV") at AVL Powertrain's engineering facility in Basildon, UK.

Key Points: 
  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2023) - First Hydrogen Corp. (TSXV: FHYD) (OTC Pink: FHYDF) (FSE: FIT) ("FIRST HYDROGEN" or the "Company") welcomed Ballard Power Systems ("Ballard") to test drive its first-generation zero emission light commercial vehicle ("LCV") at AVL Powertrain's engineering facility in Basildon, UK.
  • Ballard partnered with First Hydrogen to develop these first-of-their-kind hydrogen powered LCVs.
  • The First Hydrogen vehicles will be deployed with major fleet operators that have already enrolled to drive the hydrogen zero-emission LCV's.
  • Robert Campbell, CEO of First Hydrogen Energy, added: "Our close working relationship with Ballard has played a key role in developing First Hydrogen's first generation of zero-emission LCVs.

RETRANSMISSION: First Hydrogen Designs Next Generation Zero Emission Vehicle

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

The Generation II concepts are being developed while First Hydrogen trials its Generation I fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).

Key Points: 
  • The Generation II concepts are being developed while First Hydrogen trials its Generation I fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).
  • The road trials for Generation I are managed in conjunction with the UK Aggregated Hydrogen Freight Consortium (AHFC).
  • Further growth is expected as industries strive to meet zero emission targets and governments incentivise switching to zero emission mobility and invest in better infrastructure.
  • First Hydrogen is targeting the commercial van market and light commercial vehicle sector to support fleet operators to move away from fossil fuels and invest in zero emission transport.

First Hydrogen Designs Next Generation Zero Emission Vehicle

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Friday, March 3, 2023

The Generation II concepts are being developed while First Hydrogen trials its Generation I fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).

Key Points: 
  • The Generation II concepts are being developed while First Hydrogen trials its Generation I fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV).
  • The road trials for Generation I are managed in conjunction with the UK Aggregated Hydrogen Freight Consortium (AHFC).
  • Further growth is expected as industries strive to meet zero emission targets and governments incentivise switching to zero emission mobility and invest in better infrastructure.
  • First Hydrogen is targeting the commercial van market and light commercial vehicle sector to support fleet operators to move away from fossil fuels and invest in zero emission transport.

First Hydrogen Unveils Next General Zero Emission Vehicle

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Monday, February 13, 2023

First Hydrogen is working in collaboration with global mobility engineers, EDAG Group, to design the second generation of light commercial vehicles (LCV).

Key Points: 
  • First Hydrogen is working in collaboration with global mobility engineers, EDAG Group, to design the second generation of light commercial vehicles (LCV).
  • First Hydrogen is targeting the commercial van market and LCV sector to support fleet transition to zero emission transport.
  • Steve Gill, CEO of Automotive for First Hydrogen, says: "We are looking to create a recognisable, functional, and future-forward vehicle suited to commercial operation.
  • The sleek lines and clean silhouette are practical for fleet use and the design cleverly incorporates our recognisable First Hydrogen branding, reflecting our ambitions to lead the LCV market in zero emission."

RETRANSMISSION: First Hydrogen Reveals Next Generation Zero Emission LCV

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Monday, January 30, 2023

The Company's Generation II design will reflect this operational flexibility, ultimately supporting First Hydrogen to become leaders in efficiency and progress for zero emission vehicles.

Key Points: 
  • The Company's Generation II design will reflect this operational flexibility, ultimately supporting First Hydrogen to become leaders in efficiency and progress for zero emission vehicles.
  • The Company's Generation I FCEVs are now undergoing mileage accumulation and testing before commencing operational trials.
  • Steve Gill, CEO of Automotive for First Hydrogen, says: "We're thrilled to reveal this preview of our next generation of zero emission vehicles.
  • The clean aesthetic also reflects the vehicles' zero emission status.