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Honda Unveils Hydrogen Car

Emission-free FCX Clarity runs on hydrogen and water

By Kevin Spak, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 16, 2008 9:42 AM CDT

(Newser) – Honda has begun commercial production on the FCX Clarity, an emissions-free car that runs entirely on hydrogen and electricity, the BBC reports. Honda only plans to produce 200 models over the next 3 years, however, expecting the scarcity of hydrogen fueling stations to dampen demand.... Read full story »

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