The new hydrogen internal combustion powered (H2ICE) buses produce nearly zero emissions.
SacrŽ-Davey, a leader in hydrogen energy systems, will be putting the Ford buses to the test in real-world conditions over the next year. This testing program is critical to demonstrating the commercial viability of using hydrogen as a safe and clean alternative to fossil fuels.
Ford of Canada was the first automaker to deliver hydrogen-fueled vehicles for fleet use in
The Canadian Government provided financial assistance that made this project possible. Industry
Five firms in four provinces were involved in the development, testing and production of the H2ICE bus.
* High-pressure storage tanks were made by
* Cold-weather testing occurred in northern
* The 235-horsepower 6.8-litre engine was made at Ford’s Windsor Engine Plant in
* The hydrogen fuel was supplied by Air Liquide of Montreal
* Bus bodies are made by Les Entreprises Michel Corbeil of St.-Lin-Laurentides, QuŽbec
Hydrogen fueled internal combustion engines have many advantages including high efficiency, all-weather capability, and near-zero emissions of regulated pollutants and greenhouse gases (CO 2). They can also be easily hybridized for further gains in fuel efficiency.
While the hydrogen internal combustion engine shuttle buses will provide valuable real-world experience, Ford is also conducting research into next generation hydrogen internal combustion engines, including features such as direct injection to enhance power and fuel economy.
Ford’s strategy for alternative fuels is built around multiple technologies, including hydrogen internal combustion engines. This flexible approach allows the company to meet goals for customer needs, environmental impact and shareholder interests. The strategy does not focus oðn oðne catch-all solution, but offers a flexible array of options, including hybrids, clean diesels, bio-diesels, advanced engine and transmission technologies and E85 ethanol.
Additionally, the company also has a fleet of 30 hydrogen powered Focus fuel cell vehicles oðn the road-Ðincluding five throughout
The first Canadian H2ICE shuttle bus benefited from more than 7,000 hours of engine development and testing to ensure optimum durability and performance. The engine development process replicated the same stringent durability standards applied to other Ford engines.
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