Xavier Mestelan Pinon

Automotive

Motorsport governing body

Motorsport organization

An engine that burns hydrogen as fuel, emitting only water vapor, while mirroring traditional internal combustion principles.

Cryogenically stored hydrogen maintained at -253°C in a vacuum-insulated tank, offering 2.8 times more energy density than gaseous hydrogen for aviation applications.

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Toyota's development and racing program for a hydrogen-combustion Hypercar to compete in the World Endurance Championship starting 2028, initially in select races including Le Mans 24 Hours.

Toyota's existing Hypercar that will continue to race in the World Endurance Championship alongside the new hydrogen Hypercar starting 2028.

A hydrogen-combustion powered Hypercar under development for World Endurance Championship competition, planned to debut in select races in 2028 including Le Mans 24 Hours.

A 2023 hydrogen-powered racing prototype that serves as the basis for Toyota's planned hydrogen Hypercar for WEC competition.