440 HP, Zero Carbon Emissions Austrian firm AVL unveiled a 2.0-liter hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine producing 414–440 horsepower. It emits only water vapor, challenging the notion that combustion engines must pollute.
High Efficiency & Power Density The engine achieves 207 HP per liter, outperforming many high-performance gasoline engines. It delivers 295 lb-ft of torque at 7,000 RPM, with a thermal efficiency exceeding 38%.
Direct Hydrogen Injection Unlike fuel cells, this engine uses pure hydrogen gas in a traditional ICE layout, with direct injection and no gasoline blend. It’s lightweight and designed for high-rev performance.
Ultra-Low-Emissions Profile Emissions are limited to water vapor and trace nitrogen oxides, with NOx levels 50–90% lower than conventional engines. This positions hydrogen ICEs as a viable zero-emission alternative.
EV Disruption Potential The prototype signals a shift in sustainable mobility, offering guilt-free horsepower without reliance on batteries. Experts suggest hydrogen ICEs could rival or even replace EVs in certain sectors.
(source paris2018.com, fact checked)
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