Chevrolet is set to release a fuel-celled vehicle for the US Army. Working together, U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center (TARDEC) and General Motors is about to release a vehicle specially designed for US Troops and set to go out in October.
The teaser of the said vehicle features a high-clearance vehicle; expected that it is fully powered to fit the needs of the US force.
The vehicles will be fully powered by fuel cells. Fuel cells are a good technology that can act as an excellent source of heat and electricity for buildings and an electrical power source for electric motors. Fuel cells combine hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, heat and water. The fuel cell will give the car instant torque delivery that is essential for off-road situations. Another pro is that the finished product will be a car that is nearly silent, a great addition to provide stealth mode for the car if needed.
GM and TARDEC are in agreement that gives the latter access to consumer technology and GM to have insight into fuel cell applications. This agreement is with the Department of Defense as they pursue the desire for commercial innovation paralleled with the increase in national security.
Furthermore, this project aims to target multiple areas as they launch. The fuel cell program will help the US Army's goals in electricity generation, water generation, paired with their need for a capable and quieter mobile capabilities.
It is also considered as a project to provide better vehicles and energy production in a more sustainable and greener way. This project can hit many targets at a single shot.
The fuel-cell army vehicles specifics are still and of course kept discreetly, but it is also possible that the results of the research will also produce products that are good for passenger vehicles in the near future.
In 2017, the first army cars are expected to be out for experimental duties.
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