Eric Williams

Hydrogen cars were dead before they left they starting gate. This is because the performance merits of EVs significantly overshadow those of hydrogen vehicles. From and engineering perspective EVs convert a high percentage of grid electricity into power at the wheels, with efficiencies often exceeding 90%, translating to a well-to-wheel efficiency of about 70-80%. In contrast, hydrogen vehicles suffer from lower efficiency due to the energy losses involved in production, compression, and conversion back to electricity through fuel cells. Battery technology in EVs provides increasing range with improving energy density, while hydrogen storage requires complex, heavy, and costly systems for compression or liquefaction. Safety concerns with hydrogen include its high flammability, which necessitates stringent safety measures. There is a reason @SpaceX does not use hydrogen based rockets. It’s because it’s insanely complex and dangerous Additionally, EVs benefit from instant torque delivery and regenerative braking, enhancing performance and efficiency. The infrastructure for EVs is also more scalable, leveraging the existing electrical grid, whereas hydrogen infrastructure is less developed and more costly. When thinking about the future of technology it’s good to underwrite to first principles physics. All this was known years ago and Toyota made a huge mistake investing in hydrogen which they are now fortunately correcting This episode reveals an important idea: business leaders of technology companies need to be highly technical

Worst purchase we’ve ever made? Hands down it’s @Generac , the generator that 100% fails when you need it. We’re heading into another ice storm and most likely will lose power and it once again it will fail. Service reps can’t ever get ahold of anyone at Generac, either. AVOID!