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Honda has been at the forefront of hydrogen fuel cell technology for over 30 years, with its research and development of fuel cell systems contributing to the advancement of environmentally-responsible innovations. The company's hydrogen business strategy includes fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial vehicles, power stations, and construction machinery. Honda's 2025 CR-V e:FCEV is a plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle that generates electricity by circulating compressed hydrogen gas through a fuel cell stack, converting chemical energy into emission-free electrical energy. This technology, combined with Honda's pursuit of a hydrogen circulation cycle, contributes to the company's commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainable mobility solutions.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Hydrogen fuel cell car model | CR-V e:FCEV |
| Fuel cell system | All-new U.S.-made |
| Driving range rating | 270-mile EPA |
| Energy source | Compressed hydrogen gas |
| Energy storage | Dual high-pressure hydrogen tanks |
| Energy conversion | Releases water as a by-product |
| Plug-in technology | Electric motor with a battery |
| Charging capability | Plug-in EV charging |
| Hydrogen refueling | 3 to 5 minutes |
| Hydrogen business strategy | FCEVs, commercial vehicles, stationary power stations, construction machinery |
| Carbon neutrality goal | 2050 |
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Honda's history with hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
Honda has been researching and developing fuel cell technologies for over 30 years. The company began fundamental research on fuel cell technology in the second half of the 1980s and, in 1998, developed a prototype fuel cell vehicle equipped with a 20kW fuel cell system.
In December 2002, Honda introduced the Honda FCX, the world's first government-certified commercial hydrogen fuel cell vehicle and the first zero-emission fuel cell electric vehicle to receive US certification for everyday use. The Honda FCX was the only fuel cell vehicle to meet federal government crash safety standards at the time. The vehicle had a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) and a 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) acceleration time of 11 seconds.
In 2016, Honda launched the Clarity Fuel Cell, the world's first FCV with a fuel cell powertrain small enough to fit under the hood. Honda also developed the next-generation fuel cell system with General Motors (GM), which could be used for passenger vehicles and a wide range of other applications.
Honda has identified four core domains for the utilization of its fuel cell system: fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial vehicles, stationary power stations, and construction machinery. The company is also working towards the realization of a carbon-neutral society by increasing the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier and expanding its hydrogen business.
In 2024, Honda announced the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV, North America's first production vehicle to combine plug-in capability with FCEV technology in one model. The CR-V e:FCEV is the only FCEV made in America and the first US-produced hydrogen FCEV to combine a US-made fuel cell system with plug-in EV charging capability.
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How the Honda CR-V e:FCEV works
Honda has been working on hydrogen fuel cell technology since the late 1980s and has now released the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV, a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV). The CR-V e:FCEV is the first FCEV to be manufactured in America and is also the first American-made FCEV to combine a US-made fuel cell system with plug-in EV charging capability.
The CR-V e:FCEV uses compressed hydrogen gas to generate electricity. The gas circulates through the fuel cell stack, converting the fuel's chemical energy into electrical energy that powers the motor. This process is emission-free, with water being the only by-product.
Instead of a gasoline tank, the CR-V e:FCEV carries dual high-pressure hydrogen tanks that offer compact energy storage. The vehicle has a 270-mile EPA driving range rating and can be recharged using plug-in technology, much like a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). It also has fast hydrogen refueling for longer trips, which can be done in 3 to 5 minutes.
Honda's hydrogen business strategy includes FCEVs, commercial vehicles, stationary power stations, and construction machinery. The company is committed to increasing the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier and expanding its hydrogen business to contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society.
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Honda's hydrogen business strategy
Honda has been working on hydrogen fuel cell technology since the late 1980s and is one of the first companies to recognize the potential of hydrogen. The company has identified four core domains for the utilization of its new fuel cell system: fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial fuel cell vehicles, stationary power stations, and construction machinery.
The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is America's first production plug-in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle, combining an all-new U.S.-made fuel cell system with plug-in EV charging capability. The vehicle has a 270-mile EPA driving range rating and offers the flexibility of fast hydrogen refueling for longer trips. Honda also offers a fuel card for up to $15,000 worth of hydrogen fuel during the three-year lease of the CR-V e:FCEV.
Honda is committed to reducing CO2 emissions and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The company is taking a proactive approach to increase the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier and expand its hydrogen business. Honda has debuted a Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept, showcasing its plans for future production of fuel cell-powered products for the North American market.
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Hydrogen refuelling stations
The adoption of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles hinges on the availability of reasonably priced hydrogen at stations where they will be deployed. Hydrogen refuelling stations are being developed to support the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure. As of 2024, there were 54 retail hydrogen refuelling stations in the United States, with over 20 more in various stages of planning or construction. Most of these stations are in California, with one in Hawaii. California is a key market for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, with manufacturers like Hyundai and Toyota offering production fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) for sale or lease to customers in this market.
The rollout of hydrogen refuelling stations is being matched with vehicle rollout, with hydrogen dispensers being added to existing gasoline stations. Mobile hydrogen fuellers, which store liquefied or compressed hydrogen and dispensing equipment onboard a trailer, are also being developed to support the expansion of hydrogen infrastructure.
In addition to the public, retail stations, there are also private stations supporting fleets and some that are primarily used for demonstration and/or research. Private fleet fuelling stations require fewer locations or even just a central location to meet a specific fleet's needs.
The Honda CR-V e:FCEV, for example, can be fuelled at retail hydrogen refuelling stations. The HondaLink® app can be used to locate all the approved hydrogen fuelling stations and map the route to the nearest or most convenient one. Honda will also provide a fuel card for up to $15,000 worth of hydrogen fuel during the three-year lease of the CR-V e:FCEV.
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Honda's research and development of fuel cell technologies
Honda has been conducting research and development of fuel cell technologies for over 30 years. It was one of the first companies to recognize the potential of hydrogen and began fundamental research of fuel cell technologies in the second half of the 1980s. Honda has identified four core domains for the utilization of its fuel cell system: fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial vehicles, stationary power stations, and construction machinery.
The company's market experience with hydrogen fuel cell vehicles began with the introduction of the Honda FCX in December 2002, the world's first zero-emission FCEV to receive certification for everyday use from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV is the latest addition to the company's hydrogen fuel cell vehicle lineup, combining an all-new US-made fuel cell system with plug-in EV charging capability.
Honda is also working on the establishment of a clean "hydrogen circulation cycle" with elements of "generate," "store," "transport," and "use," as well as building "hydrogen ecosystems" that include hydrogen supply. The company is committed to increasing the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier and expanding its hydrogen business. Honda's fuel cell system utilizes compressed hydrogen gas, which circulates through the fuel cell stack, turning the fuel's chemical energy into emission-free electrical energy that powers the motor.
Additionally, Honda has debuted a Class 8 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Concept, showcasing the company's commitment to the future production of fuel cell-powered products for the North American market. The company also plans to apply its fuel cell system to excavators and wheel loaders, which account for a large segment of the construction machinery market. Honda's research and development in fuel cell technologies align with its goal of achieving carbon neutrality for all its products and corporate activities by 2050.
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Frequently asked questions
Honda's hydrogen fuel cell car is called the CR-V e:FCEV. It is a fun-to-drive compact CUV that received a 270-mile EPA driving range rating.
Compressed hydrogen gas circulates through the fuel cell stack, turning the fuel's chemical energy into emission-free electrical energy that powers the motor.
The CR-V e:FCEV is a zero-emissions vehicle that only releases water as a by-product. It combines plug-in charging capability with fast hydrogen refueling for longer trips.
You can refuel the CR-V e:FCEV at approved hydrogen fueling stations, which can be located using the HondaLink® app or the California Fuel Cell Partnership website.
Honda aims to utilize its fuel cell system in four core domains: FCEVs, commercial fuel cell vehicles, stationary power stations, and construction machinery. The company is working towards a carbon-neutral society by increasing the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier.
