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Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced that it is currently researching and developing a Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell (SOFC) powered system that runs on bio-ethanol electric power.

 

The new system— a world’s first for automotive use—features an e-Bio Fuel-Cell with a Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell power generator.

Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell  is a fuel cell utilizing the reaction of multiple fuels, including ethanol and natural gas, with oxygen to produce electricity with high efficiency.

 

Unlike conventional systems, e-Bio Fuel-Cell features SOFC as its power source, affording greater power efficiency to give the vehicle cruising ranges similar to gasoline-powered cars (more than 600km.)

 

In addition, the e-Bio Fuel-Cell car’s distinct electric-drive features—including silent drive, linear start-up and brisk acceleration—allow users to enjoy the joys and comfort of a pure electric vehicle.

 

This new technological feat is in line with the Alliance’s zero-emission goal and it bears testimony to the group’s leadership in zero emission mobility. The Alliance has invested more than 4 billion euros in zero emissions technologies, and the Solid Oxide Fuel-Cell-powered vehicle system is just another example of how the group is striving to achieve its objective.

 

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