Toyota CEO: "This New Engine Will Destroy The Entire EV Industry!"

Toyota is cooking up something new in its garage! And it's not just any vehicle. We are talking about a revolutionary new hydrogen vehicle! So you may have heard of the Mirai, Toyota's hydrogen-powered vehicle that uses fuel cells to generate electricity. But now, Toyota has come up with something completely different. They call it the new hydrogen combustion

engine

. This technology could be a game changer in the automotive

industry

! Unlike other automakers that have gone all-electric, Toyota is taking a different route. But it's not just about being different, it's about being better. So, let's dive in! Let's talk about Toyota's new hydrogen combustion

engine

, how it works and what it means for the

industry

!

We all know the planet is in trouble, and according to globalcitizen.org, the transportation industry is responsible for a whopping 15% of carbon emissions worldwide. And, it's no secret that traditional combustion engines have been a big contributor to the pollution problem, and while electric cars are definitely gaining popularity, some might argue that they're not the only solution. Enter Toyota's newest offshoot in its diversified approach to carbon neutrality: the hydrogen combustion engine. Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and has the highest specific energy density of any non-nuclear energy source. It is non-exhausting and non-toxic, and can be created using many sources, stored indefinitely, and shipped with relative ease.

Millions of tons of hydrogen are produced and used without incident each year, and it is already being used as a power source in buildings, electric cars, forklifts, ships and trains. So what's the deal with hydrogen engines? Well, they have longer ranges and don't need to be recharged like electric cars. And the only by-product coming out of the tailpipe is…water! That's right, there are no harmful contaminants. Now, you might be wondering how it all works. All hydrogen engines use a fuel cell, which converts hydrogen into electricity. It's like magic, but with science. And did you know that Toyota began scaling back fossil fuel-powered vehicles in 1997, when it first launched the Prius?

They've been on the green train for a while now. But are not the only ones. Car manufacturers around the world are working to create green cars using solar power, electric power, and hydrogen power. It's not just about saving the planet; it is about providing energy security, improving air quality and minimizing environmental impact. And, once produced, hydrogen is also efficient and cost-effective to distribute. Most new vehicle hydrogen filling stations create hydrogen on-site with electrolysis, using surplus 100% renewable energy. And the best part? These stations are containerized and only require water and power to operate. Power is supplied on green tariffs or, at some stations, sourced directly from on-site solar or wind power.

Toyota has now claimed to have created a new way to harness the power of hydrogen. Its engineering team recently showed off the Corolla Cross H2 concept, a new concept car with a hydrogen combustion engine. Toyota has been working on a new car with a different hydrogen combustion engine than the fuel cell technology that powers its latest hydrogen-powered car, the Toyota Mirai. The concept of fueling an internal combustion engine with hydrogen is not new. One of the pioneers in the game was German automaker BMW, which introduced the 750HL in 2002, followed by the Hydrogen 7 in 2005. BMW's Hydrogen 7 was based on a traditional gasoline-powered 6.0-liter V-12, but with some modifications. to burn hydrogen in addition to gasoline.

It's a dual fuel engine! And to make it even cooler, only 100 of these bad boys were produced. But it had some of the worst downsides. It's highly flammable to begin with, so you might want to think twice before lighting a match near your hydrogen-powered car. It's also difficult to process and store, which can be a pain in the ass. And let's not forget about nitrous oxide, which is emitted during the combustion process. While it may not be as bad as carbon monoxide, it is still considered a pollutant by the EPA. That's where Toyota comes in. Well, Toyota believes that there is currently no single solution to reduce vehicle emissions or meet the transportation needs of customers.

It's all about delivering the right vehicle to the right place at the right time. Therefore, you have to invest in all areas to meet immediate, medium and long-term needs around the world. And that's where hydrogen comes in, forming an integral part of Toyota's Beyond Zero campaign. And they plan to do it with their H2. You may be thinking, "What is H2?" Well, it's Toyota's fancy name for hydrogen-powered internal combustion engines, and it looks like the future of automotive technology. So how does

this

work? The GR Corolla H2 is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, but with a twist: it runs on hydrogen.

To make

this

happen, Toyota uses thick, armored fuel tanks to store the highly flammable hydrogen technology, which they scooped from their FCEV, the Mirai. And, with only 5 kilograms of hydrogen, the car can be driven up to 300 miles, and all it emits is 50 liters of water! Talk about eco-friendly. Now, let's talk about power. Toyota has also partnered with Yamaha Motor to create a hydrogen-powered V-8 engine. That's right, a V-8 that runs on hydrogen and makes 455 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. But the real sensational? The top-mounted eight-into-one exhaust manifold that creates a unique high-frequency sound. And if that's not enough, hydrogen-powered cars also have higher range and faster refueling times compared to electric vehicles – just 90 seconds for the GR Yaris.

H2. Plus, it reduces the need for limited-supply materials like lithium and nickel, which are definitely something to consider in the Corolla H2. And with real-world testing already underway, it won't be long before we see these cars on the road. And when it does, forget everything you know about electric cars, because Toyota's hydrogen-combustion engine has a lot of advantages over them. The biggest one is that it has a longer range and refueling is as fast as a drag race. Now, this technology is not only beneficial for drivers, but also environmentally friendly. You see, Toyota's hydrogen engine doesn't require as much rare metal as lithium or nickel, which are critical to making EV batteries.

And while it does have a battery, it's substantially smaller than an EV battery. The Corolla Cross H2 concept car is now undergoing real-world evaluation and winter road condition tests in northern Japan. And with the Japanese government's high hopes for hydrogen, they plan to have 200,000 fuel cell-powered vehicles on the roads by 2025 and 800,000 by 2030, with more filling stations planned across the country. Now, let's talk about the sound. Not only does it sound fantastic, but the exhaust bark is no different than a tuned gas car. And, with no fossil fuel to burn, Toyota's innovative hydrogen engine emits almost no CO2.

Sure, it produces a certain amount of noxious gases, but significantly less than a pure gasoline car. But what about security, you may ask? Toyota has that covered too. They've added stronger connecting rods, harder valves and valve seats, and fuel injectors that use gas instead of liquid. So you can travel with confidence, knowing that safety is a priority. Now, let's get to the heart of the matter. What are the benefits of this new technology? Well, let's start with the main drawback of electric cars: charging. We've all heard the horror stories, but with hydrogen, it's not a big deal.

Like an ICE car, hydrogen takes 90 seconds to fill up, and while there aren't many outlets supplying it right now, they typically integrate well with traditional filling stations. In addition, the small battery of the GR Yaris H2 requires less raw materials such as lithium or nickel, making it even more environmentally friendly.