Ballard Powers First Mitsubishi Fuel Cell Car

Vancouver-based Ballard Power Systems fuel cell engine technology was demonstrated on September 17th in Japan by Mitsubishi Motor Corporation. “Demonstrating its commitment to environmentally friendly cars, Mitsubishi Motor Corporation introduced its first fuel cell vehicle, a Grandis minivan, powered by a Ballard fuel cell engine,” said Dennis Campbell, Ballard’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Mitsubishi will join other automakers participating in the Japan Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Demonstration Project, funded by the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, to gain on-road driving, safety and environmental data on the path to applying fuel cell technology in a Mitsubishi production vehicle. It is encouraging to see the commitment that Japanese automakers have made to demonstrate fuel cell technology.” The five passenger minivan is powered by a 65W AC motor and is capable of a top speed of 140 km/h.