9 - Honda FCX Clarity
The Honda FCX Clarity is not alone out there; fuel cell vehicles powered by hydrogen are becoming more and more visible in the industry. But after seeing it in person and sitting inside, I can’t help but marvel at its exceptional refinement and un-concept-like nature. If it were not for the lack of a refueling infrastructure, the FCX would already be on sale. For Honda, this is the closest thing to the real future of the automobile.
10 - Capstone CMT-380
The Capstone CMT-380 is totally different from any other rival -- all classes considered. Styling is impeccable and the people at Factory Five even managed to give it the look of a race car. That said, the technology at work is more impressive and unique: a microturbine charges the lithium-ion batteries which power the vehicle. In pure electric mode, the CMT-380 can cover 130 kilometres, at which point the turbine-generator kicks in to provide an extra 800 kilometres! Granted, further tests still have to be performed, but we’re dying to get our hands on this one and fly to 100 km/h in less than 4 seconds!
photo:Philippe Champoux
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The Honda FCX Clarity is not alone out there; fuel cell vehicles powered by hydrogen are becoming more and more visible in the industry. But after seeing it in person and sitting inside, I can’t help but marvel at its exceptional refinement and un-concept-like nature. If it were not for the lack of a refueling infrastructure, the FCX would already be on sale. For Honda, this is the closest thing to the real future of the automobile.
10 - Capstone CMT-380
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The Capstone CMT-380 is totally different from any other rival -- all classes considered. Styling is impeccable and the people at Factory Five even managed to give it the look of a race car. That said, the technology at work is more impressive and unique: a microturbine charges the lithium-ion batteries which power the vehicle. In pure electric mode, the CMT-380 can cover 130 kilometres, at which point the turbine-generator kicks in to provide an extra 800 kilometres! Granted, further tests still have to be performed, but we’re dying to get our hands on this one and fly to 100 km/h in less than 4 seconds!
photo:Philippe Champoux
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