Diesel's Demise: Toyota Chooses Its Successor Already
In an interview with CarExpert, Sean Hanley, the vice president of sales, marketing, and franchise operations at Toyota Australia, expressed optimism about the future of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Hanley believes that hydrogen will eventually replace diesel engines, particularly in the long term.
Currently, the infrastructure for hydrogen vehicles is in its infancy. Building refueling networks that can match traditional gas stations or newer electric vehicle charging stations will require significant effort. However, Toyota is investing heavily in hydrogen technologies, and the third-generation fuel cell from Toyota is reported to be cheaper and 20% more efficient.
Toyota Australia predicts a significant increase in demand for hydrogen cars after 2030. The company suggests that hydrogen-powered vehicles will potentially replace diesel-powered vehicles in the long term in Australia, with expectations that hydrogen models' sales will rise significantly between 2030 and 2035. This shift could position hydrogen as a clean, convenient, and affordable future fuel alternative to diesel.
Despite Toyota Australia's optimism, many other car manufacturers have abandoned plans for hydrogen vehicles, favoring battery-electric vehicles instead. However, Hanley remains confident, stating that diesel will not disappear in the next decade, but beyond that, hydrogen will take over diesel in Australia.
Toyota Australia's reliance on diesel engines is highlighted in the article. Models like the Hilux, LandCruiser, LandCruiser Prado, HiAce, and the Fortuner SUV contribute to the high sales of diesel vehicles for Toyota in Australia. Nevertheless, Hanley expects sales of hydrogen-powered Toyota models to significantly increase between 2030 and 2035.
Fuel cell electric vehicles could become mainstream in Australia within the next decade, according to Toyota's forecast. Hanley believes that hydrogen will be more convenient and affordable in the future, making it an attractive option for consumers. He also expects hydrogen to replace diesel-powered models in the future, particularly by the 2030s.
In conclusion, Toyota Australia is bullish about the future of hydrogen-powered vehicles. With investments in hydrogen technologies and a forecast of increased demand, it seems that the infrastructure for hydrogen vehicles is set to grow and challenge the dominance of diesel engines in the Australian market.
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