Japan races to build a zero-emission car

The video discusses the development and future of hydrogen and hybrid cars, focusing on Japan's leadership in green technology due to its lack of natural resources. It highlights the historical context of oil shortages that spurred alternative fuel research and predicts the dominance of plug-in hybrids in the market. The global financial crisis is expected to increase demand for fuel-efficient vehicles.

What type of fuel does the Honda vehicle mentioned in the video use?

• Natural Gas

• Diesel

• Electricity

• Hydrogen

Why has Japan historically led the green car revolution?

• Abundance of natural resources

• Lack of natural resources

• Government subsidies

• Advanced manufacturing technology

What type of hybrid vehicle is expected to dominate the market in the next decade?

• Fuel cell vehicles

• Plug-in hybrids

• Diesel hybrids

• Solar-powered cars

What percentage of profits from Honda and Toyota was predicted to come from hybrids before the financial crisis?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

What is the expected impact of the global financial crisis on the demand for fuel-efficient vehicles?

• No change in demand

• Increase in demand

• Shift to luxury vehicles

• Decrease in demand