DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
D A ILY INNOVATION BRIEF By Journalists Edward Kane & Marya nne Kane BMW'S IX5 HYDROGEN CAR: GAMECHANGER FOR AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY? Source: BMW With the introduction of the IX5 hydrogen car, BMW is exciting experts with the idea of a new competitor in the race for sustainability. Here's what we know: A prominent brand like BMW going with hydrogen represents a strong alternative to electric cars Both hydrogen and electric vehicles are good for the environment - neither emit harmful gases A major plus for hydrogen is it can be filled with fuel very quickly and can go a much longer distance than an EV without refueling Many people feel electric charging takes too long and EVs don't go far enough on a charge A problem with hydrogen cars is the lack of places to fuel As hydrogen refueling centers show up and with a strong global brand like BMW promulgating hydrogen vehicles, people may start choosing hydrogen