Donaldson has announced its collaboration with Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) on a groundbreaking hydrogen fuel cell initiative. Donaldson’s advanced air filter technology will be integrated into DTNA’s next-generation Freightliner SuperTruck III, reinforcing its role in advancing hydrogen-powered heavy-duty transport.
The SuperTruck program, spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), aims to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions in Class 8 long-haul trucks. Since its launch in 2011, the program has led to significant innovations, with previous SuperTruck projects focusing on diesel engine optimisation. However, SuperTruck III represents a major shift towards sustainability by developing a hydrogen fuel cell truck demonstrator. The DOE has invested $26 million (€24.6 million) into DTNA’s efforts, underscoring the project’s importance in the transition to cleaner transport solutions.
Donaldson has a long-standing partnership with DTNA, supplying advanced filtration solutions for its commercial vehicles. “We are enthusiastic to continue providing support for the SuperTruck III program,” said Keith Bechtum, vice president of OEM sales in Donaldson’s mobile solutions division.
This collaboration is expected to drive forward hydrogen fuel cell adoption in heavy transport, leveraging real-world data from the SuperTruck III initiative. As hydrogen technology gains traction, Donaldson’s expertise in filtration will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of fuel cell systems.
With sustainability becoming a key priority in the trucking industry, Donaldson and DTNA’s partnership marks a significant step towards reducing emissions and enhancing the viability of hydrogen-powered long-haul transport.
