A road trip on the hydrogen highway
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The Hydrogen Highway: California's Ambitious Journey
This chapter explores the rise and challenges of California's hydrogen-powered automotive vision initiated by Governor Schwarzenegger in 2004. Through a road trip in a Toyota Mirai, it reveals the practical difficulties in accessing hydrogen fueling stations, the rising fuel costs, and the overall decline of the hydrogen infrastructure. The narrative questions the future of hydrogen technology while highlighting the experiences and frustrations of those still dedicated to this clean energy alternative.
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