What is Hydrogen Vehicles?
Hydrogen vehicles encompass two main types: hydrogen internal combustion engine (HICE) vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). While FCEVs are more commonly recognized as hydrogen vehicles, HICEs offer a viable alternative, especially in price-sensitive markets like India. HICE vehicles operate similarly to traditional vehicles but burn hydrogen in internal combustion engines, requiring minimal modifications beyond a hydrogen tank. This approach significantly reduces production costs compared to designing entirely new vehicles. In contrast, FCEVs use hydrogen to generate electricity through fuel cells to power electric motors.