Suitcase-Sized Device To Pump Hydrogen Into Honda Fuel Cell Pikes Peak Racer

The article highlights the use of a portable hydrogen refueling solution, called FTcase, which is being employed to pump hydrogen into a Honda CR-V e:FCEV for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb race. This marks the first time a fuel cell vehicle will compete in the event.

Developed by Zero Emission Industries, the FTcase is a carry-on-sized device that can transform any gaseous hydrogen supply into a complete hydrogen fueling station, allowing a single operator without hydrogen expertise to fuel vehicles safely and efficiently. While the FTcase acts as a portable fueling station, the actual hydrogen supply for the CR-V e:FCEV originates from a portable hydrogen source, such as a hydrogen tank or cylinder, that is separate from the FTcase.

The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, also known as the "Race to the Clouds," is a grueling mountain course where drivers from all over the world compete in various vehicles. Honda has a long history of zero-emissions competition at Pikes Peak, dating back to 1994 when they entered the first-ever "EV Class."

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