XCR1250 Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 Carmakers say goodbye to EVs: this is the new engine that changes everything by D. García 04/17/2024 in Mobility Credits: hydrogencentral.com This is the new ultrathin hydrogen fuel cell: extremely compact and boasting 175 kW of power The first non-polluting combustion engine: 440 HP of power and only emits water vapor Goodbye to gasoline and diesel: more than 1,000 miles of autonomy with these cars The carmakers have just made an unexpected decision, taking the ecological transition much further than ever imagined. EVs have just been pushed into oblivion by a record-breaking hydrogen engine. The best part? It has solved the perennial problem of zero-emission cars and will now boost sales, but not with the ones you’ve known before. Legendary brand to forget about EVs: a better fuel has been found While hydrogen fuel is the focus for BMW now as opposed to battery electric vehicles, the German company has also been keeping up with the trends. Leading in the green technology, the German manufacturer revealed a project to manufacture limited copies of the iX5 Hydrogen, that is, the hydrogen fuel cell driven SUV. Ultimately, the iX5 Hydrogen will be compatible to the same platform like the all-electric iX5. Nevertheless, the BMW’s prototype hydrogen-powered car will set walnut battery pack aside in favor of the latest fuel-cell electric powertrain technology. As hydrogen gas is kept in tanks, that are located inside the SUV. There is also a reference to the fact that BMW is fifth generation of fuel cells that would give it 400 horsepower or even more of continuous power to work with. The hydrogen gas tanks takes less than half a minute to be full, which result in a range of 300 miles/refill. It is the particular feature that makes hydrogen a leader in the EVs. The iX5 – the official name of the Hydrogen – will start production with limited numbers of the model by the end of 2024. BMW intends to manufacture 100 e-ICVs for testing and demonstration purposes as a first step. The business perceives hydrogen as a zeer realize the word zero-emission alternative to batteries. The new hydrogen engine, in detail: what BMW has achieved Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles call for several major advantages over battery electric vehicles. In addition to this, you will get an opportunity to fuel a hydrogen vehicle only within 3-5 minutes, similar as in case if it concerns the gasoline vehicles. It can’t be compared with an electric vehicle’s charger. Hydrogen cars, in addition, will need one refuel less since their range on the full tank is much longer. BMW Group’s approach is to demonstrate that their i Hydrogen NEXT concept can drive further than most EVs 374 miles compared to 300 miles respectively. Largely, hydrogen is a flammable, propellant gas having greater energy density; therefore, its distribution is similar to the other fuels as chains. Unlike EV chargers, the EV stations don’t need to source their supply from hydrogen generators or hydrolyzers, making the installation process of hydrogen dispensers easier. Speed of refilling, range, and availability for the convenient hydrogen are the major benefits for this fuel because they make themselves the alternative with environmentally friendly. A hydrogen powered cars transfer version comes in smoothly as it needs less time to refill than the cycle needed to charge an EV. BMW must face a challenge: attention to this almost-solved problem The hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are undermined by two common problems which is the high cost of hydrogen generation and the absence of an infrastructure to refuel. The majority of hydrogen is got from natural gas by the process of steam methane reformation mechanism today. This steps is prohibitively costly that makes hydrogen cost $5-$10 in the result. As per comparison, the costs of measuring fossil fuels vary from $3 to $4. The most important factor preventing hydrogen-powered cars from being successful against ICE vehicles is definitely the lack of affordable hydrogen production. It is clear that this hydrogen engine will be a historic milestone in sustainable mobility, not only in the United States but also in the rest of the world. The carmakers have decided to back away from EV development, with brands that are leaving them for good. Will we see Tesla do so as well? Perhaps Elon Musk is too proud to go back on his words. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member ViperGTS/Z1 Posted April 19 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted April 19 Well, if they can figure out a cost cutting solution to hydrogen and refueling infrastructure, then this sounds very promising. Watch the price of EV's plummet when they become virtually obsolete. I'm glad I've been waiting out these new forms of transportation. Doesn't seem like they are anywhere close to a definitive source yet. I'm sticking with the ICE for the time being. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member Skidooski Posted April 19 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted April 19 Waiting for Grabsgaydicks retort 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plissken Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 I love how OP’s title doesn’t match article content at all. EV’s are going away but here’s an article touting the investment that BMW is putting into FCEV’s!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ActionfigureJoe Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 EV’s and hydrogen vehicles will be popular on a regional basis. I support diversity among fueled vehicle. The more choices of energy the better it is for society. I also support government funded, emerging technologies. I just purchased a really cool e-bike. The Surron. I can charge from the van’s solar/lithium pack. Great for running to town or hammering through the back country. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 1 hour ago, Plissken said: I love how OP’s title doesn’t match article content at all. EV’s are going away but here’s an article touting the investment that BMW is putting into FCEV’s!!!!! The title is from the article. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 I have a level 2 charger at home and a Mercedes EV that's simply the best vehicle I've ever driven in almost every conceivable fashion. Going to a hydrogen station would be a move backwards for me. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plissken Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 57 minutes ago, XCR1250 said: The title is from the article. And you believed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XCR1250 Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 8 minutes ago, Plissken said: And you believed it. So you believe they are lying? https://www.ecoticias.com/en/mobility/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plissken Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 5 minutes ago, XCR1250 said: So you believe they are lying? https://www.ecoticias.com/en/mobility/ The title didn’t match the content. Whether that was due to ignorance or deceit, I’m uncertain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ActionfigureJoe Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 51 minutes ago, Matt said: I have a level 2 charger at home and a Mercedes EV that's simply the best vehicle I've ever driven in almost every conceivable fashion. Going to a hydrogen station would be a move backwards for me. My nephew says the same about his vehicle. My brother in law is as old school as a man can be. He drove his son’s EV and was hooked. 84 years old and he’s purchasing a merc EV next week. I’m looking forward to seeing it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member BOHICA Posted April 19 Gold Member Share Posted April 19 I see more and more EV’s on the roads everyday. Especially with used prices coming down and literally most all people that have electricity can fill them at home. I have yet to see a hydrogen powered vehicle in my area. Hydrogen might work for trucking where a regional depot can fill trucks and send them on the same routes but I don’t see them as personal transport as the infrastructure is way to pricey as well as the product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toslow Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 3 hours ago, BOHICA said: I see more and more EV’s on the roads everyday. Especially with used prices coming down and literally most all people that have electricity can fill them at home. I have yet to see a hydrogen powered vehicle in my area. Hydrogen might work for trucking where a regional depot can fill trucks and send them on the same routes but I don’t see them as personal transport as the infrastructure is way to pricey as well as the product. Didn't you buy an ev truck? they are on the recall list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Member BOHICA Posted April 19 Gold Member Share Posted April 19 13 minutes ago, toslow said: Didn't you buy an ev truck? they are on the recall list Have my model 3 and Rivian R1S. No cybertruck and never was going to get one of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsupercat Posted April 19 Share Posted April 19 5 hours ago, Matt said: I have a level 2 charger at home and a Mercedes EV that's simply the best vehicle I've ever driven in almost every conceivable fashion. Going to a hydrogen station would be a move backwards for me. Give me an update after you own it for 10 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deephaven Posted April 20 Share Posted April 20 Outside of my 68, I haven't ever come close to owning a vehicle for 10 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted April 20 Share Posted April 20 On 4/19/2024 at 2:49 PM, dsupercat said: Give me an update after you own it for 10 years. It'll be replaced before the warranty ends. It's German. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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