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Nikola announces plans to open three hydrogen stations in California

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Trucking news and briefs for Friday, Aug. 5, 2022:

Nikola hydrogen stationNikola has announced plans to open three hydrogen stations in California.Nikola announced Thursday the locations of three California hydrogen stations to advance and scale up its long-term hydrogen distribution offerings to service market demand.

Nikola's integrated energy and zero-emissions truck portfolio will be underpinned by developing hydrogen supply and refueling infrastructure, an essential step in helping to decarbonize the heavy-duty transport sector.

The three California refueling stations and logistics infrastructure will be located in the cities of Colton, Ontario and a location servicing the Port of Long Beach. To further support truck demand, plans for additional stations are in progress and will be announced in the near future, the company said.

California is a launch market for Nikola, and the company said these stations will support key customers and advance the state's efforts to decarbonize the transport sector.

"This marks an important step in Nikola's ability to deliver innovative solutions and the infrastructure needed to decarbonize the transportation industry," said Pablo Koziner, President, Nikola Energy. "Our hydrogen refueling stations, along with a comprehensive energy supply, will provide customers the support needed to transition their fleets to zero-emissions." 

The Ontario location is part of Nikola's previously announced collaboration with TravelCenters of America.