The global auto leader Toyota Motor is busy developing an armada of new cars for the car markets of the world. However, it surely is paying special attention to one of its most important global launch, which is the Fuel Cell Vehicle or the FCV.
Toyota FCV
Toyota, as we know of is the green technology pioneer and is constantly trying to innovate something which will translate into a greener future mobile system. Toyota is also the pioneer of hybrid cars, the concept of which was jeered at by the other automobile manufacturers till they were stunned by the high success of the first Toyota Prius Hybrid model.
The same sort of high success is expected out of the upcoming Toyota FCV that is scheduled to be launched in 2015. The Hydrogen powered FCV is Toyota’s dream car which spells ultimate green technology while also bidding adieu to the inconveniences that are associated with an electric car. Though Hyundai Motor has already overtaken Toyota in terms of FCV launch with the release of the Hyundai Tucson FCV, the Toyota FCV is really highly anticipated as something unique is expected out of it.
Now, the upcoming Toyota FCV has reached an important production stage that will make the car’s launch smoother in the market. Toyota has successfully gained government approval to build and inspect the high-pressure hydrogen tanks that go inside the FCV to power the vehicle.
The next big green car launch that is highly talked about is certainly the Toyota fuel cell vehicle, but the car’s launch date is yet not finalized as the development procedure has got delayed a bit. However, now the Toyota FCV’s reality is one step closer, as Toyota has met the stringent criteria that is needed by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Toyota Motor after gaining this government approval can now enhance the production of hydrogen tanks that can be used to safely store the hydrogen fuel at up to 70MP pressure. This development will help the Japanese auto giant to stay on track for its market launch plans for its FCV for the Japanese, European and North American car market next year.
The Japanese law needs all pressurized gas containers to be type-certified and officially inspected for safety during the manufacturing process. Toyota’s FCV hydrogen tanks also had to go through this stringent inspection process prior to its installation into the FCV.
Now, after the government certification Toyota can now streamline the FCV manufacturing procedure while keeping to the highest quality and safety standards. The company can also concentrate on enhancing the FCV’s range, performance and also reduce the cost of the vehicles.
The upcoming Toyota FCV is a uniquely styled compact sedan that features a water droplet shape and has been getting displayed in a dazzling blue concept model around the world. The Toyota FCV sedan will use hydrogen gas to produce energy and will emit only water vapor. It will also offer a range of about 500kms and can be refueled in a few minutes.
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