If you have a car, I’m sure that you will agree with me when I say that “a car is the most convenient way to travel”. All vehicles that facilitate the transport of people and materials from one point to another make our lives easier. In fact, if it were not for the availability of vehicles, it would be rather painful to drive distances. But, as is the case with everything that makes our lives easier, there is always a price to pay. In the case of vehicles, we not only pay when we buy them or use them, but we also pay for their existence. Today in the world there are about 800 million road vehicles. If we consider the amount of fuel needed to start them and the amount of exhaust gases produced when they start, we look at the colossal figure that chews our planet in two ways. We not only deplete natural resources in search of new reserves of fossil fuels, but also produce tons of car exhaust that pollute the environment. This is a double-edged sword that cuts the future of humanity on Earth. The harmful effects of environmental pollution are already a threat. I am sure that you are already familiar with terms such as global warming, Man has long been aware of the dangers of car exhaust, and since then numerous efforts have been made to reduce the risk of environmental pollution. Unfortunately, there are not many significant achievements in this regard, although research has always been in full swing. These efforts are aimed at finding alternative fuels, reducing car emissions and using environmentally friendly materials for car production. Over the past decade, one of these efforts to preserve the environment has gained prominence. This is the concept of green vehicles So what is a green car? Is this the answer to all environmental issues related to vehicles? A green vehicle is a vehicle designed to operate in a way that minimizes environmental damage. Therefore, the term “green” is not a color, but a dynamic concept, which includes the production of environmentally friendly vehicles from non-toxic and recyclable materials with minimal emissions using alternative fuels such as hydrogen, solar energy, electricity, compressed gases, etc, Nowadays, a car must exceed Euro 6 emission standards in order to qualify as an environmentally friendly car. The need for Green Vehicles was driven by a growing awareness of people about the dangerous effects of fossil fuel vehicles. The introduction of “green vehicles” is a positive step aimed at protecting the environment in both cases, that is, reducing pollution of vehicles and preventing overuse of natural resources of fossil fuels So, what types of Green vehicles are available today and how do they function? The search for alternative fuels has prompted people to explore sources that are easily accessible and pose the least threat to the environment. Depending on the type of fuel used, the following types of green vehicles are available on the market today. Hybrid vehicles – not many hybrid cars meet Euro 6 standards, and therefore, a hybrid vehicle may or may not be a Green vehicle. Hybrid cars are powered by two main sources of energy, one of which is the electrical system, A gasoline / diesel engine or gas engine combined with an electric motor can reduce emissions by up to 45%. Hybrid cars also use the kinetic energy generated by braking to power on-board electronics. The main feature of the hybrid car is the minimal use of the main engine, whether gasoline / diesel or gas, using a self-charging electric system that functions as a secondary engine. These vehicles have greater mileage while maintaining the comfort and power of a conventional vehicle. Electric cars – electric cars do not use any other fuel than electricity. These are Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) that use electricity to charge the batteries the car drives. The electric vehicle uses batteries that function as an engine and power every function. There are no moving parts in the electric car, which makes it lightweight, easy to maintain and cost-effective. Hydrogen vehicles are hydrogen-powered vehicles that use the chemical energy created by the hydrogen reaction to power a special mechanical engine in a car Hydrogen is one of the most common elements in the world. Hydrogen is a source of solar energy, and further refinement of this concept will definitely prove to be a successful alternative to fossil fuels. Cars on biodiesel. These cars use a modified diesel engine made from vegetables and animal fat. Such concepts are cost-effective and produce significantly less emissions. This alternative is gradually gaining popularity. Nitrogen vehicles – These vehicles use compressed nitrogen as their primary fuel. Since nitrogen is the main component of air, it can be used as fuel. Such concepts are under development and, when improved, can be a great alternative fuel. Finding the best alternative to fossil fuels is inexhaustible. The goal is to find the most energy-efficient source, which is the cheapest to obtain or produce and readily available. Green vehicles will continue to evolve in the future, and we could see a few more types. Green vehicles is definitely the way forward, and we expect this concept to take precedence in the coming years.
-Jack Wilson