In Italy, Reuters reported that carmaker Stellantis said it would discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology program and no longer launch hydrogen-powered vehicles this year.
The group said the decision was due to the limited availability of hydrogen refueling infrastructure, high capital requirements and the need for stronger purchase incentives for customers, according to the report.
“The hydrogen market remains a niche segment, with no prospects of mid-term economic sustainability,” Jean-Philippe Imparato, the company’s chief operating officer for enlarged Europe, said in a statement.
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