Why do manufacturers of cars focus on electric motors and not on hydrogen engines? This question was originally answered on Quora by Steve Hench. read more
The U.S. does not have an extensive system for delivering hydrogen across the country, and it would be expensive to build one. Oh, and speaking of expensive, FCVs are. Quite. Let’s look at each factor in turn. First, the biggie: An uber-clean car that runs on greenhouse gas-emitting fuel doesn’t make lots of sense. read more
Compared to gas, diesel, or electric options, hydrogen distribution and fueling will be more expensive, lose a lot of hydrogen, be harder to use, be dangerous in a way people aren’t familiar with, and won’t deliver any environmental benefits to speak of. read more
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