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BMW
was a proud participant in the Clean Energy World Tour.
The focus of the Clean Energy World Tour was the lasting character of
the "production - distribution - utilization of hydrogen in automobiles"
process. The Tour visited cities around the world; Dubai, Brussels, Milan,
Tokyo and Los Angeles.
A hydrogen-powered
MINI concept was unveiled at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show. It runs solely
on hydrogen and shows the potential for a virtually zero emissions
vehicle which still offers outstanding performance in an affordable
package. More...
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The BMW Clean Energy system involves liquid hydrogen produced from water using solar power.
Hydrogen as a motor fuel is the answer to many environmental problems since there are no harmful emissions, no depleting of resources, and no danger to the atmosphere.
The 745h
continues in the tradition of BMW hydrogen powered vehicles.
The 745h is
powered by a 4.4-liter V8, featuring bi-VANOS variable valve timing, Valvetronic
variable intake runners, and a fully variable intake manifold. The 745h can use
either hydrogen or premium unleaded gasoline.
Running on
hydrogen, the 745h produces 184 horsepower and can achieve a top speed of 133
mph. The cruising range is 190 miles. Added to the 400-mile range of the normal
fuel tank, the 745h can go 600 miles between fill-ups.
An Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) runs the 745h's power-consuming features. The APU
operates on a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cell that is independent
of the engine, thanks to a direct hydrogen feed from the trunk-mounted tank.
This means power accessories like air conditioning can be operated when the
engine is shut off, saving a gallon of gas for every 235 miles of city driving.
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