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A rare earth material used in hydrogen fuel cells to facilitate energy conversion. Platinum is expensive, difficult to procure and refine, and its extraction and refinement process produces waste that can poison water supplies.

Vehicles that use hydrogen as fuel to power an electric motor, emitting only water vapor.

A stacked design used in fuel cells to facilitate efficient energy generation and conserve space. Fuel cell stacks are rated on their potential energy density.

Japan

A production fuel cell vehicle launched by Toyota, designed as the world's first production fuel cell vehicle from the ground up. The vehicle produces no harmful emissions and is considered one of the most efficient and cleanest vehicles currently available.

A new hydrogen-powered vehicle from Toyota, powered by a single hydrogen fuel cell designed by the company. It is slated for a limited release in 2015.