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ELECTRIC VS. HYDROGEN VEHICLES: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS FOR SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY
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The urgent need to combat climate change has driven the search for sustainable transportation solutions. Electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) have emerged as promising alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-powered cars, offering the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions. This article provides a detailed analysis and comparison of these two technologies, focusing on their technical, economic, and environmental aspects. EVs rely on batteries to store electrical energy, which powers an electric motor. FCVs, on the other hand, utilize hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen. Both technologies offer clean and efficient alternatives to conventional vehicles, contributing to sustainable development goals. This study examines the efficiency, performance, cost, and environmental impact of EVs and FCVs. It also highlights the technical and economic challenges that hinder their widespread adoption, such as battery range limitations for EVs and the lack of hydrogen refueling infrastructure for FCVs. The article concludes with recommendations to promote the adoption of both technologies, emphasizing the importance of continued research and development, as well as supportive government policies.
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