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Hyundai Reveals Initium Concept, a Hydrogen Fuel Cell SUV Coming Soon

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Hyundai 's new hydrogen vehicle is called Initium , the Latin word for "beginning" or " first " Initium is Hyundai 's next passenger fuel-cell model that will arrive in production form in the first half of 2025 .

Hyundai said it is targeting a driving range of over 400 miles with a maximum motor output of 150 kW.

Hyundai didn't show any of the vehicle's interior but did say it has nine airbags, driver monitoring through an in-cabin camera.

As of September 2024 , there are around 200 H2 fueling stations in South Korea .

The Initium 's navigation system features an FCEV -specific route planner that will allow drivers to plan their routes without range anxiety.

Even with its much smaller size and superior refueling infrastructure compared to the U.S. , it is not easy to live with an H2 vehicle.

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