Nikola Corp., a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, continues to deliver HYLA refueling solutions to support volume ramp-up for its Class 8 H₂ fuel cell electric trucks in Southern California, just off of the 5 Freeway, one of the busiest truck routes in the U.S.

Located at 13443 Freeway Dr. in Santa Fe Springs, Calif., this new HYLA modular refueling station is located at Tom's Truck Center, an important part of the Nikola sales and service dealer network. It has begun operations and supports Nikola's goal of 14 refueling solutions by year-end, reflecting a mix of HYLA and partner stations available for our customers.

Nikola continues to launch stations and deploy assets based on anticipated demand, with the main objective of staying ahead of H₂ fuel cell electric truck deployment to ensure fueling solutions are ready and available for end fleets.

"Nikola is committed to leading the H₂ revolution by collaborating with key industry partners to strengthen and expand our H₂ supply chain. Our efforts to grow the HYLA refueling infrastructure underscore our dedication to meeting the rising demand for H₂ 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 H₂ network."

Complementing the infrastructure network is Nikola's commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience, offering round-the-clock assistance through 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 H₂ refueling station onsite at our dealership to support the first wave of Nikola H₂ 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."

The HYLA refueling network is structured to offer a diverse portfolio of solutions for Nikola's H₂ fuel cell electric vehicles and additional Class 8 customers, including modular and permanent HYLA stations, "behind-the-fence" options, and partnerships such as with FirstElement Fuel in Oakland, Calif.

With the addition of the Santa Fe Springs station, Nikola is completing a crucial H₂ fueling triangle in Southern Calif. This strategic location, together with its Ontario and Long Beach stations, now forms a robust network that spans multiple counties, serving a population of over 12 million people.