Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, continues to expand its HYLA refueling network. The company has opened a new HYLA modular refueling station in Santa Fe Springs, California, located at Tom’s Truck Center, a key part of Nikola’s sales and service dealer network. This new station is strategically located off of the 5 Freeway, one of the busiest truck routes in the United States, supporting the ramp-up of Nikola’s Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks in Southern California. This expansion is a crucial part of Nikola’s goal of having 14 refueling solutions available by year-end, reflecting a mix of HYLA and partner stations. The company aims to stay ahead of hydrogen fuel cell electric truck deployment by ensuring fueling solutions are readily available for end fleets.
“Nikola is committed to leading the hydrogen revolution by collaborating with key industry partners to strengthen and expand our hydrogen supply chain. Our efforts to grow the HYLA refueling infrastructure underscore our dedication to meeting the rising demand for hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks and driving the transition to zero-emission transportation,” said President of Energy, Ole Hoefelmann. “We thank the City of Santa Fe Springs, the Santa Fe Springs Fire Department, and Tom’s Truck Center for their support in making this project a reality and advancing the HYLA hydrogen network.”
The HYLA refueling network is designed to offer a diverse portfolio of solutions for Nikola’s hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles and other Class 8 customers. This includes modular and permanent HYLA stations, “behind-the-fence” options, and partnerships such as with FirstElement Fuel in Oakland, California. With the addition of the Santa Fe Springs station, Nikola completes a crucial hydrogen fueling triangle in Southern California. This strategic location, together with its Ontario and Long Beach stations, forms a robust network spanning multiple counties, serving a population of over 12 million people.
Nikola is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience through its HYLA network. Customers have access to round-the-clock assistance from dedicated HYLA Ambassadors and Operation Technicians for seamless and efficient fueling. “We are thrilled to be the first in the U.S. to offer a hydrogen refueling station onsite at our dealership to support the first wave of Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks now on the roads,” said Tom’s Truck Center President and CEO KC Heidler. “Working with Nikola to make this happen also fits in perfectly with Tom’s Truck Center’s long-term commitment to zero-emission transportation.”
This expansion reinforces Nikola’s commitment to driving the adoption of sustainable transportation solutions and expanding its presence along the burgeoning “hydrogen highway.” The company remains focused on advancing the development of its hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks and supporting the growth of a robust hydrogen refueling infrastructure network.
