These hydrogen-powered trucks are designed to deliver higher energy efficiency, lower fuel consumption, and greater engine performance compared to conventional hydrogen combustion technologies. This is made possible by High Pressure Direct Injection (HPDI) technology. In this system, a small amount of ignition fuel is injected under high pressure to initiate compression ignition before the hydrogen is introduced. Volvo has already successfully deployed this technology in its gas-powered truck lineup. 

Trucks with hydrogen combustion engines are particularly well-suited for long-haul transport and regions with limited charging infrastructure or where time constraints make charging battery-electric vehicles impractical. 

This advanced hydrogen engine technology is built on Volvo's proven diesel powertrain, offering diesel-like performance with significantly lower CO₂ emissions. These hydrogen combustion models complement Volvo Trucks' existing portfolio of low- and zero-emission options, which includes battery-electric trucks, fuel-cell vehicles, and trucks running on renewable fuels like biogas and HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil). 

The market launch is scheduled to take place before 2030.