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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Spiraling Leopard on March 28, 2011, 09:49:25 AM
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http://presscore.ca/2011/?p=1910
Car that runs on nothing but water unveiled in Japan. No gasoline, no battery recharging and no emissions.
(http://presscore.ca/2011/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/genepax-fuel-cell-vehicle.jpg)
Japanese company Genepax presents its eco-friendly car that runs on nothing but water. The car has an energy generator that extracts hydrogen from water that is poured into the car’s tank. The generator then releases electrons that produce electric power to run the car. The electric powered car can run on any type of water (you can even use tea and soda…etc). The car can run for an hour at about 50 miles per hour on just a liter of water; about 2 cans of soda worth. Genepax, the company that invented the technology, aims to collaborate with Japanese manufacturers to mass produce it.
Unlike other electric cars, the Genepax car does not require that batteries be recharged and has no emission. The water electrical generator is located in the back of the car and when water is poured it is then broken down in order to create electricity to power the car. Imagine what such a generator could do to the oil industry, the nuclear plants and the electrical grid.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZ0kjilQd1s
That story broke in 2008. Today Japan is producing hydrogen fueled cars – the Honda FCX Clarity. Combine the technology of Genepax with the technology of the Honda FCX Clarity and you have a full production vehicle that uses no gasoline. No gasoline combustion means zero emissions.
In 2010, it is reported that there are a total of 50 FCX Clarity available for lease in the U.S with a target to have 200 available world-wide.
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e0/FCX_Clarity.jpg)
The Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell-electric vehicle has been chosen to be the pace car for the opening race of the 2011 IZOD IndyCar Series, from 25-27 March 2011. This is the first-time a hydrogen-powered vehicle will pace an IZOD IndyCar Series race in the United States.
Propelled by an electric motor that runs on electricity generated in a fuel cell, the FCX Clarity’s only emission is water and its fuel efficiency is three times that of a similar-sized petrol-powered automobile. The FCX Clarity’s performance and acceleration are comparable to a 2.4-litre, 4-cylinder engine with an EPA certified range of 240 miles. The compact and powerful Honda V Flow Fuel Cell Stack allows for unprecedented spaciousness and a futuristically stylish, low-slung design and spacious interior.
Since the vehicle’s unveiling there were nearly 80,000 people around the world who expressed interest in owning a FCX Calrity. 80,000 people who won’t be buying any more gasoline once they take possession.
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This technology should have been available 20 years ago had it not been for the oil lobby keeping us addicted.
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This technology should have been available 20 years ago had it not been for the oil lobby keeping us addicted.
It probably could have been available 20 years ago, but the oil-maffia is apparently very powerfull.
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while i like the idea, the size and speed of this car is no where near current standards..
besides can't fit a large family inside; not to mention crappy for costco shopping.
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while i like the idea, the size and speed of this car is no where near current standards..
besides can't fit a large family inside; not to mention crappy for costco shopping.
A small price to pay for hitting the arabs in teir pockets.
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A small price to pay for hitting the arabs in teir pockets.
Almost, if someone were to get into a car accident, hitting arabs in pockets won't matter as much as being able to walk, talk, or live again.
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How about a 7 ton truck powered by water? Is that acceptable Dan?
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How about a 7 ton truck powered by water? Is that acceptable Dan?
A typical sedan/SUV that is powered by water acceptable...
Don't need to have a safety disadvantage with a "smart" car that looks like a little kid's toy car he rides in.
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The Smart in NYC is great. But I would never drive it on the highway. I've seen people drive that monkey car on the highway.
Just imagine a smart car between a bus and an 18 wheeler!
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Sorry, Im not risking my family's life in that golf cart. At 6' 4", Its rare that I find a Japanese car that I can fit in, but I certainly cant squeeze into that.
From what Ive heard, Natural gas is the most feasible alternative, and would actually be cheaper to refuel compared to current gas prices.
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The Smart in NYC is great. But I would never drive it on the highway. I've seen people drive that monkey car on the highway.
Just imagine a smart car between a bus and an 18 wheeler!
Forget about a bus and an 18 wheeler. I think you'd have a hard time coming out unscathed if you were in a smart car caught between two Cooper Minis.
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Or if it hit a hotdog stand.
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Once arabs see this car, they fell dead and the purpose of this car is served.