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15/07/2024

17/05/2024

Well this is getting really cool now!

Engineers at the University of New South Wales have pioneered a method to convert diesel engines to run on hydrogen fuel, paving the way for zero-emission vehicles without the need for entirely new engines.

This game-changing discovery utilizes existing infrastructure and promises a greener future for heavy-duty transportation. Despite challenges in hydrogen refueling infrastructure, partnerships and continual efforts are driving progress towards widespread adoption.

11/05/2024

Always interesting to see who owns what.

Car companies that drive the world

24/02/2024

Another one!

BMW has joined the ranks of automakers investing in hydrogen fuel cell technology, alongside Toyota, Kia, and Hyundai. Despite focusing on battery technology for electric vehicles, BMW has been exploring hydrogen fuel cell powertrain technologies as part of its Power of Choice strategy.

The company recently provided virtual insights into the powertrain system for the BMW i Hydrogen NEXT, emphasizing its commitment to emission-free mobility and catering to different market and customer requirements.

BMW has been collaborating with Toyota Motor Corporation on fuel cell technology since 2013. The partnership aims to develop scalable and modular fuel cell powertrain systems for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

The BMW i Hydrogen NEXT will feature a fuel cell stack generating 170hp from the chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, emitting only water v***r. The vehicle will also integrate a fifth-generation eDrive unit for added dynamics, with a total output of 374hp.

Equipped with a pair of 700 bar tanks capable of holding 6kg of hydrogen, the BMW i Hydrogen NEXT can be refueled in three to four minutes. The company plans to pilot this hydrogen fuel cell electric powertrain in a small series based on the current X5, with a customer offering expected in the second half of the decade.

In addition to its collaboration with Toyota, BMW is involved in research to develop compact hydrogen storage tanks for future vehicle architectures. The project, supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, aims to lower the cost of manufacturing hydrogen tanks for fuel cell vehicles and make them competitive with battery electric vehicles.

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03/02/2024

Thats 2 more!

A new 50-50 joint venture was announced in the competition for the new generation of hydrogen engines. General Motors Co. (GM) and Honda Motor Co. (HMC) have begun producing hydrogen fuel cells at their facility in Michigan.

Learn How Honda is putting hydrogen on the road.! Dive into the surprising truth: https://myelectricsparks.com/honda-gm-hydrogen-fuel-engines-unveiled/

30/01/2024

This is more like it!

The future of mobility will prioritize performance, and environment-friendly solutions as BMW hydrogen engines will change the world.

28/11/2023

What model do you think it will be in first?

Honda Has just shown it’s CR-V Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Unit at the 2023 European Hydrogen Week in Brussels.

Co-developed with General Motors, the new module was first shown at the 2023 Tokyo auto show, and it has already been confirmed for use in North America.

Honda has already confirmed a Europe-bound energy storage system that combines renewable energy with hydrogen.

19/09/2023

If you pay attention to what you are doing it really isn't that scary to drive in the snow.

14/09/2023

How hard would it be to fit into a mini cooper? 🤔 Asking for... me I'm that friend.

Researchers in South Korea have developed a 2-liter direct injection hydrogen engine for passenger cars, claiming it’s more economical and eco-friendly than conventional internal-combustion engines that use hydrogen.

This new technology injects high-pressure hydrogen directly into the combustion chamber, resulting in ultra-lean combustion and low NOx emissions.

The engine also achieves a high thermal efficiency of up to 40%, reducing carbon dioxide and fine dust emissions by 98% and 90%, respectively, compared to gasoline engines.

Researchers aim to test the engine’s durability and explore its potential for various vehicle types and electricity generation power units.

09/09/2023

If you can do this or cook you can bag yourself a car guy.

Who knew hey 🤣

06/09/2023

How sad, the manual is what made that car as fun as it is.

Mini will not offer manual gearboxes in any future products, according to the automaker's boss Stefanie Wurst

10/08/2023

07/08/2023

Happy 86 Day!

04/07/2023

Get lost, you'll find yourself.

30/06/2023

We got creative to cover up the paint chips from taking it off road and such. killed it.

26/06/2023

We put the FRS in its first show. I was nice being taller then most people for once. 🤣

11/06/2023

We took the FRS up some trails I would have been terrified of before the lift and skid plate.

09/06/2023

Just getting it done.

06/06/2023

Perfection!