# ISUZU Motors Ltd. and Toyota Motor Corp. have confirmed a joint development program to bring a next-generation light-duty fuel cell electric truck to market by fiscal year 2027.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-27 · The Manila Times*

## Key points

- Isuzu and Toyota will jointly launch a next-generation light-duty fuel cell electric truck by 2027.
- Toyota's third-generation fuel cell stack will be integrated with Isuzu's modular ELF EV I-MACS platform.
- The project targets commercial fleets where fast hydrogen refueling offers uptime advantages over battery charging.
- Cost reductions are being pursued via improved vehicle structure, manufacturing efficiency, and fuel cell production.
- Collaboration extends beyond vehicle development to include hydrogen infrastructure expansion with government and industry.

**Companies:** Toyota Motor Corp., ISUZU Motors Ltd.
**Countries:** Japan

[Read the full story on The Manila Times](https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/04/28/fast-times/isuzu-and-toyota-partner-for-next-gen-fuel-cell-light-duty-truck-target-2027-production/2329312)

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