A team of Turkish students from Sakarya University are entering an hydrogen-powered vehicle that gets 568 kilometers per liter, or 1,335 miles per gallon into the Global Green Challenge, a competition that takes place in the Australian Outback.
They expect to use just three liters of fuel in the $170,000, 110 kg, carbon fiber-framed 'SAHÄ°MO' eco-car.
As seen in the video, "The students' ultimate goal is to trek SAHÄ°MO across 3,000 kilometers of the Australian Outback on just 3 liters of fuel in the inaugural 2009 Global Green Challenge. And you thought you were getting good mileage out of your Prius!"
Implications - It seems that companies need look no further than their local colleges for the future.
1,300-MPG Eco Cars
Hydrogen-Powered 'SAHIMO' Enters Global Green Challenge
Trend Themes
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Hydrogen-powered Eco Cars — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry by developing hydrogen-powered vehicles with exceptional fuel efficiency.
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Global Green Challenge — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of sustainable transportation by participating in international competitions that showcase eco-friendly vehicles.
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College Innovation — Opportunity for disruptive innovation by tapping into the talent and creativity of university students to develop cutting-edge eco-car technologies.
Industry Implications
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Automotive — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the automotive industry by exploring alternative fuel sources and improving fuel efficiency in vehicles.
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Sustainable Transportation — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the field of sustainable transportation by developing eco-friendly vehicles and promoting environmentally conscious mobility solutions.
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Education — Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the education industry by fostering collaboration between universities and businesses to drive advancements in eco-car technologies.