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Next car fuel source: Hydrogen?
Technology developed; government support needed for adoption
By: Rachel Steingard
Issue date: 10/28/08 Section: News
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McCormick, a multiple-degree graduate of the UA who went on to become the executive director of fuel cell activities at General Motors Corporation advised UA students on Monday afternoon on the "New DNA of the Automobile."
Two hydrogen model cars stood on the UA Mall as a display of the automobile industry's future - new hydrogen fuel cell technology.
McCormick started his quest to create a fuel-efficient vehicle as a UA student concerned about rising gas prices. He quickly realized then that his lifestyle of fuel consumption was no longer an option for him, or for car owners anywhere, he said.
"As a leader in the development of these new hydrogen cars, the University of Arizona has served as an excellent academic platform for me, and I am still proud to be a Wildcat," McCormick said.
A positive attitude and open communication are integral parts of the national search for viable alternative fuels, he added.
"You have the thought leaders, current and future, of the country and the world. People are going to be really open and perceptive to this technology," said Pete Barkey, GM manager of communications for Fuel Cell, Hydrogen and Electrical Infrastructure. "This is not just about the new technology; it is about a societal change. We are held hostage to one form of energy - petroleum."
The struggle to continue the fight for fuel-efficient vehicles lies in understanding the differences between old and new DNA of the automobile, McCormick said.
While the new DNA is electrically driven and energized by environmentally-friendly hydrogen, the old DNA relies on an internal combustion engine, is controlled mechanically and is energized by petroleum.
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karl
posted 10/28/08 @ 4:46 PM PST
The star's reporting today was this suv could pass for a gas driven one.
As if NO AMBITION makes any sense at all. As if for the one or two comma's spent, we should have no expectation of any bling beyond a decent zero to deadly speeds delay. (Continued…)
Josh
posted 10/30/08 @ 11:22 AM PST
I'm not sure if the above comment makes any sense, but besides that, it's sad that other car companies are being so slow in introducing this 6 year old technology. (Continued…)
jasonglades
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posted 2/07/09 @ 11:59 AM PST
It is obvious that only cars and vehicles on hydrogen will be on demand. The oil is finishing on the Earth...
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posted 2/07/09 @ 12:08 PM PST
I think hydrogen will be an alternative of fuel.
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posted 3/05/09 @ 12:58 AM PST
This is an incredible article! Think of the impact this could have with the automobile industry. Granted it would hurt the market in the immediate future because there would be a new demand for the different car type but who knows, maybe they would just convert all the existing cars to run of this platform. (Continued…)
Forex
posted 3/07/09 @ 4:27 AM PST
It will take ages until Hydrigen will replace fozzile fuels
Hydro
posted 3/08/09 @ 5:32 AM PST
Hydrogen not so cheap and max range ~300 miles. I doing 600 miles with my car.
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posted 3/26/09 @ 8:53 AM PST
You have the thought leaders, current and future, of the country and the world. It is true and evident.
phil
posted 4/04/09 @ 5:03 AM PST
General Motors Corporation advised UA students on Monday afternoon on the "New DNA of the Automobile
Greg
posted 4/16/09 @ 3:50 AM PST
in my opinion, Hydrogen as source is fuel of future.. our world become more cleaner..
this article can be useful for my essay essay
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