Comparison of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles and Electric Vehicles in Terms of Range, Lifespan, and Refueling Methods

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jiem.202403402

Author(s)

Leshan Lin

Affiliation(s)

Shenzhen College of International Education, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

Abstract

With the increasing emissions of greenhouse gases, air pollution has become a more serious issue. To address environmental problems,morecountries are developing hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and electric vehicles, as these new energy vehicles have the potential to achieve zero emissions compared to traditional fuel vehicles. The electric vehicle market has matured over time, and many European countries and the U.S. have begun experimenting with and using hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Although both types of vehicles are powered by electricity, there are significant differences in their structures, energy storage methods, and energy production processes. This paper will discuss the advantages of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles over electric vehicles. Compared to electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles offer longer range, faster refueling, and greater lifespan. The paper will provide a detailed comparison of the two types of vehicles in these three aspects.

Keywords

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles; Pure Electric Vehicles; Range Lifespan Refueling Methods

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