As more automakers double-down on an EV future, it’s clear that improving battery technology is a major goal. However, at least a few automakers, including Toyota and Hyundai, are still banking on powering electric cars with hydrogen fuel cells. That’s despite the fact that, at least in the US, hydrogen-powered EVs don’t have a significant …
When most people hear the words “car accident,” they visualize crumpled metal, broken glass, and tow trucks. No sane person would think of a car wetting itself. At least, not until recently. The Toyota Mirai runs on hydrogen, a newer innovation in eco-friendly vehicles. Their only byproduct is water. The technology and design are undoubtedly …
In an effort to go electric, automakers are getting creative. There’s the trusted Tesla method of lithium-ion batteries, which many automakers have been happy to copy. But to get ahead in the electric race, automakers must set trends, not follow them. That’s why Hyundai has decided to use fuel cells as a way to electrify …
The Toyota Mirai first appeared in 2015 and was the first hydrogen-powered vehicle to appear on the market in North America. For 2021, Toyota has redesigned the Toyota Mirai as a premium rear-wheel drive sports-luxury FCEV. But how much will the 2021 Toyota Mirai cost you? As it turns out, it might not be that …
‘Ambitious’ is perhaps the best way to describe Nikola’s initial plans. Yet up until recently, the EV startup seemed ready to take them on. It had already delivered several hydrogen-powered electric semi-trucks for deliveries. It was also gearing up to release the Nikola Badger, a pickup truck that offered both hydrogen fuel cells and conventional …
The Hyundai Xcient fuel cell semi truck is starting to be delivered worldwide to offer a more efficient way to haul freight. The hydrogen-powered trucks will make their way to North America soon as Hyundai expands its Xcient program. What is the Hyundai Xcient semi truck? In July, Hyundai shipped the first Xcient Fuel Cell …
Although they have some advantages over battery-powered EVs, hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles still have a ways to go. And a lot of their issues, especially with semi-trucks, is down to access. EV fast chargers are still not ubiquitous—hydrogen refueling stations are even rarer. Really, California is the only place in the US where they work. However, …
Honda has been experimenting with hydrogen powered cars for years now. The company’s newest hydrogen car is only available in California.
Another competitor has just jumped into the already-crowded electric pickup truck pool. But at least Nikola Motors is bringing something new to fight against GMC, Tesla, Rivian, and Bollinger. That ‘something new’ is a different approach to extended EV range. Simply building larger batteries won’t cut it. But fast-charging infrastructure isn’t quite extensive enough, and …
When it comes to environmentally friendly cars, people tend to think of electric cars. But why aren’t hydrogen powered cars and trucks more popular?
GM is working towards building a truck that could help to save countless lives. The autonomous truck would be powered by hydrogen.
Chevy knows how build a great truck. So when it built this hydrogen-powered Silverado for the military there was no doubt it would be great.
As we’ve recently covered, electric pickup trucks still have to address several issues challenging their widespread use. And to be fair, these are similar to ones facing diesel and gasoline trucks: towing, torque, and most importantly, range. But while trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck and Rivian R1T have the torque and have the towing capability, …
