Hydrogen car launched

An exciting new model of car has been shown off at a local dealership, running off not petrol or electricity, but sustainable hydrogen.

Attendees at Melton Toyota’s Fleet Launch/Open Expansion Day last Thursday were taken on a tour of the showroom’s new facilities by Coimadai resident and Dealer Principal Grant Harrison, and also given a hands-on look at the hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai.

The tour consisted of the new Toyota Certified showroom which features a large workshop for tyre fitment/replacement, new and used vehicle parts fitment, a detailing area, window tint bays, and an area specialising in dent repairs and paint workshop.

Leaders from Toyota Australia were on site to show off the hydrogen-powered Mirai vehicle and explain its benefits. Guests were then offered the opportunity to test drive the Mirai on local streets, and the Corolla Cross Atmos’ self-parking abilities were displayed in a demonstration.

Mr Harrison said feedback from attendees on the event, and the capabilities of the Mirai, were “very positive”.

“Melton Toyota was proud to have the hydrogen-fuelled Mirai displayed at the dealership’s recent Fleet Open Day. Local fleet and government buyers were interested to see and understand the potential for hydrogen-powered vehicles in our state,” Mr Harrison said.

“The Mirai has a driving range of 650 kilometres, and its fuel cell technology emits only water.”

Guests at the Open Day were also provided with lunch, drinks, and a thank you gift bag at the end of the event.

Early next year, the Melton Toyota dealership will be hosting a visit to Toyota’s Centre of Excellence at Altona, where government and fleet buyers will get the opportunity to visit Toyota’s Hydrogen Centre.

Interested fleet buyers are invited to contact Carolyn Harper at [email protected], or Grant Harrison at [email protected], regarding taking part in this visit.