Hydrogen fuel cell car

The subcompact Honda FCX runs on compressed hydrogen and emits only water.

The subcompact Honda FCX runs on compressed hydrogen and emits only water

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Top speed: 93 mph (150 kph)
Cruising range: 190 mi. (306 km)

Capacitor
Stores energy during deceleration and braking; provides motor with extra boost during acceleration

Hydrogen tanks
Two high-pressure tanks store hydrogen used to produce electricity

Fuel cell stack
Chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen creates electricity