MissionH24 stays on course
The construction of the H24EVO continues, with the French team still aiming to run its electric hydrogen prototype for the first time at the end of 2026.
Symbio, MissionH24's long-standing partner and fuel cell supplier, has decided to refocus its activities on the industrial sector for reasons unrelated to sport. MissionH24 acknowledges this significant change and is actively pursuing the development of the H24EVO. The team is stepping up its efforts to achieve its goals. MissionH24, a collaborative program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project, is participating in the deployment of hydrogen in competition in order to decarbonize competition and mobility.
Pierre Fillon, President of ACO and Co-President of MissionH24
"The collaboration with Symbio has been invaluable in recent years in launching this pioneering program in motorsports. Today, we are continuing this challenge, this mission, with new partners, and announcements will be made very soon to reflect these advances. "
Jean-Michel Bouresche, CEO of H24Project and Co-President of MissionH24
“I would like to thank Symbio for the quality of our collaboration during the seven wonderful years we shared with MissionH24. Our goal remains unchanged, and the arrival of a new partner will provide fresh impetus for MissionH24.”
Bassel Aslan, Technical Director of MissionH24
“In any sports and technology program, you have to be able to adapt. This is an essential concept, and we are adjusting our working methodologies accordingly. My team and I are working with even greater determination to keep to our initial schedule for the construction of the H24EVO.”
Hydrogen, a Focus at PMW
Since yesterday, PMW (Professional Motorsport World), the professional motorsport trade fair, has been taking place in Cologne, providing an opportunity to prepare for the future of competition and its applications in mobility. Hydrogen is one of the themes being presented.
In Hall 10.1 of the Cologne Exhibition Center, more than 200 booths are hosting major and minor players in motorsport from 45 countries, some with many years of experience in competition, others more recent, as specialists in a newly deployed technology. Hydrogen exemplifies this collaboration between established motorsport entities and others working to deploy their expertise on circuits around the world. MissionH24, a program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project for the creation of a Hydrogen category in Endurance racing, was thus able to present this pioneering challenge for the decarbonization of motorsport and mobility.
Moderating a roundtable discussion, MissionH24, represented by its Technical Director Bassel Aslan, accompanied by several partners, Pierre Tipner, Engineering Sales Manager at FORVIA; Michael Mürlebach, Project Director for Bosch Motorsport; Douglas Campling, General Manager of Motorsport at Fortescue Zero; Sam Guest, Head of Telemetry, Control and Analysis, Motorsport at Motion Applied; and Jean-Baptiste Pouradier, CEO of Texys Group, shared updates on the upcoming H24EVO, the latest hydrogen-electric prototype currently under development, and the potential of hydrogen.
Numerous questions from the audience demonstrated the strong interest in this energy carrier: safety, storage in its liquid form, competitiveness, timeline, and more.
MissionH24 at the crossroads of innovation in Cologne
On November 12 and 13, Cologne will host PMW (Professional Motorsport World), a trade show for the motorsports industry. Engineers, innovators, and decision-makers will come together to discuss and prepare for the future of motorsports and technology transfers between sports, mobility, and specific production areas.
MissionH24, the collaborative program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project for the deployment of hydrogen in competition, will participate in this event. During a round table discussion organized on November 12, at 3 p.m. on the PMW Magazine stage. More information here.
Bassel Aslan, Technical Director of the program; Pierre Tipner, Head of Engineering Sales at FORVIA; Michael Mürlebach, Director of Projects at Bosch Motorsport; Douglas Campling, General Manager Motorsport at Fortescue Zero; Sam Guest, Head of Telemetry, Control and Analysis, Motorsport at Motion Applied; and Jean-Baptiste Pouradier, CEO of Texys Group; all partners of MissionH24, will present the challenges and crucial steps for the introduction of hydrogen in endurance racing, at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and in the FIA World Endurance Championship.
The discussion will of course focus on the H24EVO, the latest hydrogen-powered electric prototype currently being developed by MissionH24.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans, SDIS72, and hydrogen at the firefighters' convention
Racing prototypes, demonstrators, various mobility vehicles (air, land, sea), university research, educational games, storage stations... hydrogen will be present in the paddock and on the track during the 131st National Congress of French Firefighters. This hydrogen village, organized by SDIS72, is a testament to the collaboration with the Automobile Club de l'Ouest to deploy this new energy in competition, in order to decarbonize racing and contribute to the energy transition. Safely.
This collaboration will be highlighted at the French Firefighters' Congress, which will be held from October 8 to 11 in Le Mans, notably at the legendary racetrack.
First, head to the Hydrogen Village, located in the circuit's paddock. In this space, you can discover different modes of transportation, various uses, and research projects. Don't miss Alpine's Alpenglow Hy6, the Toyota Yaris GR H2, MissionH24's H24EVO, as well as the Toyota Mirai, Toyota's Hilux H2 prototype, the Hyliko truck, the H2 bus from the city of Le Mans, the eMoving bus, programs from the University of Le Mans, ENSOSP, SDIS72, DiscoverHy, the K-Challenge boat programs, Blue Spirit Aero's aircraft,, the sustainable Michelin tire, the EODev generator and the use of hydrogen by Ariane Group and educational institutions. A TotalEnergies station and a generator will be installed as demonstrators. And don't forget to come and admire the gleaming and surprising H2O.
On October 9, at the Parc des Expositions, starting at 10 a.m., hydrogen will be the focus of a major debate. Participants will include:
- Bernard Niclot, ACO hydrogen consultant,
- Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l'Ouest,
- Thomas Chevaucher, Technical Engineering Director for the International Automobile Federation,
- Pascal Vasselon, Vice President of Strategic Development at TOYOTA GAZOO Racing,
- Pierre-Jean Tardy, Chief Hydrogen Engineer at Alpine Racing,
- Bassel Aslan, Technical Director at MissionH24,
- Yves Grémaud, New Energy Project Engineer, TotalEnergies Motorsport Division,
- Taku Hasegawa, Manager of the Hydrogen Strategy Division at Kawasaki Heavy Industries,
- Nicolas Hardouin, Hydrogen Program Manager at Ariane Group,
- Benoît Guérin, Commander at SDIS72.
Guided tours are scheduled every day, Wednesday and Thursday from 2 p.m., Friday at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., as well as Saturday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Motion Applied renews partnership with MissionH24
Motion Applied (Formerly McLaren Applied), is proud to announce the renewal of its strategic partnership with MissionH24, reaffirming a shared commitment to pioneering zero-emission motorsport through hydrogen technology.
Building on a successful initial collaboration, where Motion Applied’s advanced control, telemetry and analytics solutions powered MissionH24’s zero emission H24EVO, the renewed agreement will continue the technical cooperation and expand the overall scope of innovation as the MissionH24 pushes ahead with its liquid H2 storage solutions.
The H24EVO, developed in partnership with the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) and H24Project, is set to accelerate progress towards a brand new H2 category at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance Championships.
Technology driving performance
Motion Applied will continue to supply the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU-500), Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and ATLAS telemetry software. These tools empower MissionH24 engineers to optimise performance both on track and in the garage, supporting data-driven decision making through real-time analytics and simulation.
A shared vision for the future
“We’re proud to support MissionH24 as they push the boundaries of hydrogen innovation in motorsport. We’re excited to see the H24EVO continue to develop in 2026, now sporting our new identity, a signal reflects our continued commitment as a dedicated, independent supplier of Motorsport electronics solutions. MissionH24 allows us to demonstrate how our advanced control systems and analytics tools can accelerate progress towards zero emission motorsport.”, said Sam Guest, Head of Motorsports, Telemetry, Control & Analytics at Motion Applied.
Technical Director at MissionH24, Bassel Aslan added “With the support of Motion Applied, we began developing our pioneering hydrogen-powered racing car H24EVO. Today, we are proud to continue this exciting journey with them under a new name ‘’Motion Applied’’. Thanks to their sophisticated tool of data acquisition and visualization ATLAS, along with a range of cutting-edge technology products such as VCU-500, we are well equipped to meet the many challenges associated with the development of hydrogen technology. Motion Applied’s unwavering commitment to MissionH24 program clearly reflects their determination to drive hydrogen innovation and help shape the future of motorsport.”
Looking ahead
With hydrogen set to debut as a competitive category at Le Mans in 2028, Motion Applied and MissionH24 are positioned at the forefront of sustainable motorsport. This partnership exemplifies how data, design, and determination can drive meaningful change in racing and beyond.
MissionH24 and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing collaborate on hydrogen
Announced last June at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the MissionH24 - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing collaboration presents its first renderings and shares its objectives. The aerodynamics and cooling of a prototype using a fuel cell are new research areas in motorsport. The MissionH24 - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing partnership is a pioneer in this field.
When on June 13, 2025, at Le Mans, during the official press conference of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest, Pierre Fillon, Kazuki Nakajima and Bassel Aslan, respectively President of the ACO and Co-President of MissionH24, Vice-Chairman of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe, Technical Director of MissionH24, formalized the MissionH24 - Toyota GAZOO Racing collaboration, the first discussions between the two entities had already taken place some time ago and the work had started a few months earlier.
The goal is clear: TOYOTA GAZOO Racing, with five victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and seven FIA World Endurance Championship titles to its credit, will call upon its expert aerodynamics and cooling teams to assist MissionH24 in the development of the H24EVO.
THE H24EVO HAS TWO UNIQUE FEATURES :
- It is equipped with a fuel cell to generate its electricity. Unlike a prototype equipped with a conventional internal combustion engine, the H24EVO cannot use its exhausts to dissipate heat.
- It features specific aerodynamics, resulting from a unique initial design that defines its identity, and the integration of a hydrogen power unit with liquid H2 storage.
MissionH24 and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing have thus established specifications, including the tools provided, the shared data, and the various steps to be taken to achieve the set objectives. Simulation calculations are used to "score" the aerodynamic and cooling efficiency of a racing prototype, still under development. An initial CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) study has thus identified the shortcomings of the initial H24EVO design to achieve the ideal aerodynamic and cooling scenario.
Since June 2025, the MissionH24 and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing teams, comprising around ten people, have met weekly.
At this stage, their collaboration has yielded several avenues for modification:
- Larger louvers or opening panels can allow for more efficient extraction of cooling air.
- Clearing the passage under the body for cooling air to reach the rear of the car.
- Re-arranging some misaligned front uprights and reorienting the air intakes also improves cooling capacity.
- Creating a new version of the rear wing, allowing for good downforce and significantly reducing drag.
Two crucial dates and certain tests punctuate the schedule of this collaboration:
- November 2025: Freezing of the skeleton.
- Freezing of the cooling architecture.
- Verifying that the vehicle's aerodynamics allow for efficient cooling.
- February 2026: Freezing of the H24EVO body.
The first runs of the hydrogen prototype are planned for 2026.
Bassel Aslan, Technical Director of MissionH24: "With the H24EVO, aerodynamics and cooling are two new and crucial themes for the performance of this pioneering hydrogen prototype. The fuel cell and the specific design of the H24EVO require different studies than a conventional combustion engine prototype. Being able to conduct this research with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing is a particularly exciting experience."
Kazuki Nakajima, Vice Chairman of Toyota GAZOO Racing Europe : "We will help reinforce the MissionH24 project through technical collaboration focused on aerodynamics and cooling systems, leveraging the expertise we have honed in motorsport. ACO is a pioneer of hydrogen in motorsport, and we share their strong commitment. Beyond these technical contributions, we aim to build a partnership that expands the potential of hydrogen not only in racing but also across other fields. At TOYOTA, we believe that achieving carbon neutrality is essential for cars to remain necessary in society, and that multiple options are required to realize it. We will continue to advance hydrogen technology as one of the technologies within our multi‑pathway approach."
MissionH24 and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing present their collaboration at Fuji
At the 6 Hours of Fuji, the 7th round of the FIA World Endurance Championship, hydrogen will be at the heart of the Japanese event, both in the fan zone and on the track!
Last June, during the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans, MissionH24, a collaborative program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project, and Toyota Gazoo Racing announced their partnership. These two entities, committed to the deployment of hydrogen in racing and for universal mobility, have joined forces to develop the aerodynamics and cooling of the future H24EVO.
At the end of September 2025, in Fuji, MissionH24 and TOYOTA GAZOO Racing will share the progress of their work, during a press conference, organized on Saturday, September 27th at 12:35 PM. In the fan zone, a booth will be dedicated to this collaboration.
Hydrogen will also be featured on the track. While the H2 prototype category at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance Championship is planned for competition starting in 2028, demonstrations are already being organized to demonstrate the potential of this new technology. On September 27, during the Safari Lap, a Hydrogen bus will complete the 4.5 kilometers of Fuji Speedway with the FIA WEC Hypercar and LMGT3 grid. A world first!
The ACO and SDIS72 team up on hydrogen
The 131st National Congress of French Firefighters will take place from October 8 to 11 in Le Mans, notably at the circuit. This will be an opportunity to showcase the involvement of SDIS72 and the ACO in the development of new energies, such as hydrogen.
From October 8, a hydrogen village, set up in the firefighters' village in the circuit paddocks, will present to everyone the potential and numerous uses of this energy source, as well as the relevant safety instructions. Race cars, buses, trucks, planes, and production models will be on display, and some will take to the track on Thursday, October 9, and Saturday, October 11.
On October 9, a major debate entitled “New energy vehicles: an uncontrolled or controlled risk?” will allow SDIS72 and the Automobile Club de l'Ouest, accompanied by manufacturers and energy specialists, to share their experience of a pioneering challenge: integrating a new energy source, hydrogen, into the competitive arena in complete safety, even when the rules have yet to be defined and must be established together. This collaboration is essential.
Join us on October 9 at the Parc des Expositions from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for the presentation of this work, which began in 2018 with a view to entering the Hydrogen category in competition by 2028.
MissionH24 selects FORVIA to equip its latest Hydrogen Racing Prototype
MissionH24, a collaborative program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project for the deployment of hydrogen in endurance racing, and FORVIA have formalized their collaboration. The French equipment manufacturer will be the supplier of liquid hydrogen tanks for the H24EVO, MissionH24's latest racing prototype. The announcement was made on September 10th at the LMH2 Symposium at the Le Mans circuit.
The 24 Hours of Le Mans, a century-old race and a veritable technological laboratory for mobility, is actively participating in the energy transition, notably with MissionH24, a program that is expected to initiate the creation of a Hydrogen category in Endurance racing starting in 2028.
Hydrogen makes it possible to envision competitive prototypes with a range and refueling time similar to those of conventional combustion engine racing cars, without any CO2 emissions from the exhaust!
After the LMPH2G, the first H2 demonstrator, then the H24, the first H2 racing car (which has finished every time it entered the Michelin Le Mans Cup), the H24EVO will demonstrate significant progress on the track. Its first tests are scheduled for 2026.
To achieve these goals, the H24EVO combines the experience of numerous partners, specialists in motorsport and/or hydrogen. FORVIA, a recognized specialist in hydrogen storage, will provide the liquid hydrogen storage solution for this racing prototype. The extreme operating conditions at -253°C require advanced expertise as well as an optimized design to meet the performance requirements of a competition vehicle. FORVIA was selected in particular for its expertise in calculations and simulations, ensuring precise sizing of the liquid hydrogen tank.
Pierre Fillon, President of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest and Co-President of MissionH24: "MissionH24 is a pioneering program, contributing to the creation of the hydrogen category at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance Championship. To achieve this goal of zero-CO2 emissions racing, we need to bring together all the expertise and energy to create this new era of endurance racing. The arrival of FORVIA within the project continues the creation of this pioneering and unique team."
Jean-Michel Bouresche, Co-President of MissionH24 and CEO of H24Project: "We are very pleased to welcome FORVIA to MissionH24 to supply the liquid hydrogen tank for the H24EVO. FORVIA's arrival is part of a strategy to consolidate our network of stakeholders committed to the decarbonization of mobility." Its integration strengthens the synergies of our ecosystem of excellence and will undoubtedly contribute to achieving our technical and sporting objectives. Furthermore, FORVIA is a co-shareholder of Symbio, supplier of the hydrogen fuel cell and an early partner of MissionH24.”
Bassel Aslan, Technical Director of MissionH24: "By partnering with FORVIA, MissionH24 not only acquires unparalleled expertise in cryogenic storage, but also the innovative spirit needed to design a solution that meets the challenges of motorsport. With FORVIA at our side, the technical team and I are more confident in designing a safe and compact storage system that overcomes all challenges and sets a new benchmark for the application of this cutting-edge technology in motorsport."
Yves Dumoulin, Senior Vice President, FORVIA, Hydrogen Solutions: "This collaboration represents an opportunity for our teams to leverage their engineering skills and our liquid hydrogen storage solutions in a high-performance environment, while strengthening our expertise for future heavy-duty mobility solutions."
MissionH24 and Kappa Optronics, a pioneering and responsible vision
MissionH24, the collaborative program between the Automobile Club de l'Ouest and H24Project for the deployment of hydrogen in endurance racing, will use pioneering products from Kappa Optronics for the future H24EVO.
The vision! For MissionH24, it's essential: the collaborative program is participating in the deployment of hydrogen in Endurance racing in order to decarbonize motor racing and mobility more generally. Since 2018, MissionH24 has been demonstrating the potential of this energy vector, which will be used from 2028 by a class of H2 prototypes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and in the FIA World Endurance Championship.
Kappa optronics, a German company with over 200 employees, specialized in developing and manufacturing advanced cameras and vision systems. With over 40 years of experience, Kappa leads in compliance, certification, and validation, providing the world’s safest vision systems for defense mobility and autonomous machines.
Kappa's advanced Rearview OneBox® system will be integrated into the H24EVO. Conventional side and rearview mirrors will be replaced by three displays, all using Kappa's high-end automotive cameras. Compared to regular mirrors the system offers improved visibility and safety, reduces aerodynamic drag and enhances driving experience.
Advantages of the system include:
- Improved visibility
- Aerodynamic advantage
- Usability in all weather conditions
- Optimal performance in darkness
- No glare from following vehicles
- Outstanding image quality
- Customizable to driver preferences
Technical Specifications:
- Cameras: Up to four cameras with digital video output, LED flicker mitigation, and integrated smart PTC heater.
- ECU: Centralized unit managing up to four cameras and three displays, designed to replace conventional mirrors.
- Displays: Scalable options (5”, 7”, 9.2”, 10.25”) with high brightness and contrast, customized cover-glass, and efficient data transmission.
"We are proud to accompany MissionH24 with our cutting edge Rearview OneBox® system on their Le Mans 24H journey. After successfully participating in various sustainable vehicle projects and concepts including solar-powered cars, this is the first time that our system will be integrated into a hydrogen vehicle. The MissionH24 vehicle will now feature our revolutionary rear-view concept, significantly enhancing safety for both the driver and everyone in the vehicle's surroundings. This innovation fulfills our responsibility and embodies our core principle 'Safety Beyond.' We look forward to exceeding our joint targets within the unparalleled cooperation with MissionH24" said Fabian Claus, Business Unit Manager Vision Solutions.
Bassel Aslan, MissionH24 Technical Director, “Providing our next hydrogen racing car prototype H24EVO with Kappa Optronics rear vision system embodies the futuristic vision of our project. This shows our determination to replace conventional solutions with cutting-edge technologies targeting at the time safety and performance.”