How does
hydrogen compare with other fuels like gasoline and
diesel?
- Hydrogen can be totally nonpolluting (water is the exhaust).
- Hydrogen can be economically competitive with gasoline or
diesel.
- Hydrogen can be as safe as gasoline, diesel, or natural gas.
- Hydrogen can help reduce our dependence on imported fuels.
- Hydrogen can be produced in any country or locale from a
variety of energy sources.
Source:
U.S. Department of Energy
National Hydrogen
Association
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/hydrogenandfuelcells/
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Other frequently asked Hydrogen questions:
Hydrogen Basics:
Why is hydrogen used as a fuel?
How does hydrogen compare with other fuels like gasoline and diesel?
What is the octane rating of hydrogen?
Vehicles:
How viable are hydrogen blended vehicles as an alternative to gasoline only vehicles?
How does hydrogen effect my fuel mileage, exhaust emissions, etc?
How do I upgrade my vehicle to take advantage of hydrogen?
Will I void any manufacturing warranty if I install this on my vehicle?
Safety:
Is hydrogen safe?
Is hydrogen harmful to breathe?
For those new to hydrogen as fuel, we highly recommend taking the time to print and read
the following information from the National Hydrogen Association:
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