New conversion Kits have been developed in the global market that would allow old diesel engines to be converted into Hydrogen powered vehicles. Once converted these engines would be able to output similar performance specs with lesser fuel costs in the long run.
The Reason Behind The Development Of Hydrogen Conversion Kit
While EV’s seem like possible way out , They are not. While battery packs can be used to power smaller vehicles with ease for vehicles such as agricultural machines, Road rollers which require constant use of energy- battery packs would not suffice. In such instances such kits could be the perfect sustainable solution. For diesel engines to run on Hydrogen the engines would require certain changes.
A Riveting Find By Mahle in Hydrogen Engine Conversion
Mahle one of the biggest automotive part and spares manufacturers has researched and brought forward kits that can easily help adapt diesel vehicles to run on Hydrogen. As per them this would help the users extend the life of the engines and move ahead more sustainably.
Lack of Hydrogen Selling Infrastructure
Lack of Infrastructure has been one of the biggest reason behind the halted production of parts that would allow such conversion. Hydrogen is still pretty expensive as a fuel and hence it would require a considerable amount of investment to bring the infrastructure to a level where it can be used for heavy machineries.
Toyota’s Foray Into The conversion Kit’s
Toyota has been a formidable force in developing Sustainable fuel powered cars. The Toyota Mirai is a resounding example of the same. Beyond that Toyota has launched a new new heavy duty Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powertrain kit that would allow old diesel vehicles to be converted to Hydrogen powered vehicles.
The kit consists of Hydrogen Fuel Stacks, battery packs, Electric Motors, a transmission and hydrogen fuel tanks. As per the reports Toyota partnered with Kenworth to develop the kit using eth FECV powertrain. Thee kits have been thoroughly tested as well for data collection and other needs, the trucks that were installed with these kits ran from Los Angels to Long beach and the refueling was provided by Shell.
Benefits Such kits Can Bring Into The Society
Environmental Benefits
Zero Emissions would be the biggest benefit of such conversion kits as cargo and freight trucks account for considerable amount of carbon emissions in the world.
Energy Efficiency
Hydrogen fuel cells are more fuel efficient than the ICE engines. For the same amount of Hydrogen fuel a hydrogen engine can produce much more power than the normal internal combustion engine.
Reduced Dependence On Fossil Fuels
Such kits can profoundly decrease the dependence of vehicles on fossil energy. A leading step towards sustainability and a better future with a reduced carbon footprint.
