General Motors Hydrogen Fuel Cell Car: Paving the Way for a Greener Future

General Motors is testing hydrogen fuel cell cars in New York, aiming for commercial availability. The main challenge is the lack of hydrogen refueling stations, but GM is collaborating with Shell to build a distribution network. These vehicles use a hydrogen-oxygen reaction to generate electricity, emitting only water vapor. Iceland is also investing in hydrogen to reduce hydrocarbons. GM plans to develop a viable fuel cell vehicle by 2010 and expand its fleet.

What is the primary challenge in making hydrogen fuel cell cars commercially available?

• Complex vehicle design

• Lack of hydrogen refueling stations

• High production costs

• Limited consumer interest

Which company is collaborating with General Motors to establish a hydrogen distribution network?

• ExxonMobil

• Shell

• BP

• Chevron

What is the only emission produced by the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle?

• Water vapor

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

• Nitrogen oxides

Which country has launched a project to eliminate hydrocarbons by switching to hydrogen?

• Norway

• Iceland

• Finland

• Sweden

By what year does General Motors plan to develop a commercially viable fuel cell vehicle?

• 2005

• 2010

• 2015

• 2020