GM's Hydrogen Power Cubes to Revolutionize Mining Truck Industry
General Motors has partnered with Komatsu to develop heavy-duty mining trucks powered by GM's hydrogen fuel-cell technology. The trucks will be equipped with GM's Hydrotec "power cubes," each containing 300 hydrogen fuel cells, capable of delivering over 2 megawatts of power. The partnership aims to create a fleet of hydrogen-powered mining trucks, taking advantage of the limited fueling capacity and long-term operation at mining locations. GM plans to use the power cubes for various applications, including mobile generators and vocational vehicles. Testing of a prototype truck will take place in Arizona, with plans for further deployment if successful.