A Hydrogen Truck Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Vehicle (Heavy-Duty Trucks, Medium-Duty Trucks, and Small-Duty Trucks), Fuel Cell Technology, Range, Motor Power

The global hydrogen truck market size is expected to reach USD 35,384.62 million by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Hydrogen Truck Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Vehicle (Heavy-Duty Trucks, Medium-Duty Trucks, Small-Duty Trucks), Fuel Cell Technology, Range, Motor Power, Application, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025 - 2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

The hydrogen truck market is an emerging segment of the commercial vehicle industry, focused on the innovation and adoption of heavy-duty trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology. These vehicles use hydrogen as a clean energy source, generating electricity through electrochemical reactions in fuel cells. The only byproduct of this process is water vapor. This zero-emission profile positions hydrogen trucks as pivotal in the transition toward sustainable transportation solutions, especially against a backdrop of escalating environmental concerns and stringent emission regulations.

The advancements in fuel cell technology, which are significantly enhancing efficiency, operational range, and cost-effectiveness, are driving hydrogen truck market growth. Developments in fuel cell performance, such as improved membrane technology and better thermal management, along with reductions in production costs and expansions in hydrogen production infrastructure are propelling market expansion.

Government incentives and subsidies aimed at promoting clean energy vehicles further accelerate the adoption of hydrogen trucks, aligning with the logistics industry's increasing focus on zero-emission solutions. New opportunities are surfacing across logistics, long-haul trucking, and freight applications, where hydrogen-powered solutions emerge as viable alternatives for minimizing emissions without compromising operational efficacy. Furthermore, collaborations between truck manufacturers, fuel cell developers, and energy providers are driving innovation and expediting the rollout of hydrogen trucks.

Hydrogen Truck Market Report Highlights

In terms of vehicle, the heavy-duty trucks segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024 due to the increasing demand for fuel-efficient, long-range transportation solutions for large freight and logistics operations.

Based on application, the logistics segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024 due to the growing adoption of zero-emission solutions in supply chains to meet sustainability goals and reduce transportation costs.

In 2024, North America accounted for the largest hydrogen truck market share due to substantial government incentives, advanced hydrogen infrastructure, and high demand for emission-free transport in the region.

Asia Pacific is expected to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period due to rapid industrialization, government push for green technologies, and increasing investments in hydrogen infrastructure across key markets.

Some of the global key market players are Daimler Truck AG (Mercedes-Benz Group AG), Dongfeng Motor Corporation, Foton International, Hyundai Motor Company, Nikola Corporation, PACCAR Holding B.V. (DAF), Scania, TRATON GROUP (MAN Truck & Bus SE), Volvo Group, and Yutong International Holding Co., Ltd.

Polaris Market Research has segmented hydrogen truck market report based on vehicle, fuel cell technology, range, motor power, application, and region:

By Vehicle Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

Heavy-duty trucks

Medium-duty trucks

Small-duty trucks

By Fuel Cell Technology Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

PEMFC

SOFC

By Range Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

Upto 300 miles

300-500 miles

Above 500 miles

By Motor Power Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

Upto 200 Kw

200-400 Kw

Above 400 Kw

By Application Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

Logistics and Transport

Municipal

Construction

Others

By Regional Outlook (Revenue USD Million 2020 - 2034)

North America

US

Canada

Europe

Germany

France

UK

Italy

Spain

Netherlands

Russia

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China

Japan

India

Malaysia

South Korea

Indonesia

Australia

Vietnam

Rest of Asia Pacific

Middle East & Africa

Saudi Arabia

UAE

Israel

South Africa

Rest of Middle East & Africa

Latin America

Mexico

Brazil

Argentina

Rest of Latin America Show more