The German car manufacturer announced plans to introduce hydrogen-fueled options for one of its current model collections in 2028, aligning with Toyota's similar goal of expanding its market presence through a range of fuel choices. BMW and Toyota will incorporate powertrains, consisting of the engine and transmission, jointly developed by both companies, in their hydrogen cars, as stated in a shared announcement.

Hydrogen-fueled vehicles, also referred to as fuel-cell electric vehicles or FCEVs, operate by producing electricity through the combination of hydrogen and oxygen within a fuel cell. Conventional electric cars depend on energy stored in a battery.

“It is basically electric driving," Michael Rath, BMW’s vice president of hydrogen vehicles, told reporters.

BMW is focusing on consumers who desire cleaner vehicles but do not have home EV chargers or are unable to depend on charging networks, according to Rath. He stated that refueling them is quicker compared to charging regular EVs, and is more similar to refilling a tank at a gas station. He stated that they also possess superior towing capacity and are less impacted by temperature.

BMW emphasized that they do not see hydrogen cars as a substitute for electric cars, which consumers have become less interested in after a sudden increase in demand last year. The company views hydrogen as a secondary choice.