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RWTH Aachen University's Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components has completed the 'SeLv' research project, funded by the German Federal Ministry of Transport. The project developed a modular powertrain kit for heavy-duty commercial vehicles, integrating a hydrogen-powered fuel cell and a high-voltage battery.

The team presented a third prototype truck, with the second prototype receiving official road approval. This modular system allows for the conversion of diesel trucks to electric, catering to both OEMs and niche sectors like construction machinery.

The truck can achieve a range of 750 to over 1,000 kilometers and features a peak output of nearly 640 hp. Innovations from the project aim to streamline development processes in the automotive sector, which is often hindered by prototype-stage components. The project received nearly 17 million euros from the German government’s 'Mobility and Fuel Strategy.'