The Power of Hydrogen

Isaac Taylor

Slovakia isn’t the first place you think of when it comes to high performance innovation. But maybe it should be after taking a look at the MH2, a supercar powered by hydrogen fuel cells and under development for over 15 years.

Under the direction of Matadore and using hydrogen storage technology developed by Technical University of Kosice in Slovakia, the MH2 is a new green solution to the sticky fossil fuels problem. It may not be the first hydrogen-powered car, but it sure is the prettiest thanks to designer Branislav Mauks who’s contributed to every Ferrari design since 2007. The tech used allows for more hydrogen to be stored under much lower pressure, making it safer, but not sacrificing range. It can hit 100km/h in 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 250km/h. With its zero production of CO2 and NOx emissions, hydrogen allows you a guilt-free driving experience. Unless of course you’re doing 250km/h in a school zone.

The interior of the car follows the sleek design language of its exterior. The interior the central dash is uncluttered apart from a 834 x 2388 resolution touchscreen.

The MH2 is a proud creation coming out of Slovakia, and its government is using it as something of a figurehead of their industry. “At Expo Dubai, we have the ambition to introduce Slovakia to the global audience as a country of natural talent and innovative solutions,” said Minister of Economy of the Slovak Republic Richard Sulik on the official Instagram account of Slovakia. “Whether it be in the field of mobility or sustainability. Hydrogen technologies are directly related to this. Hydrogen is the future and we want to be prepared for it, as one of the effects of introducing hydrogen as the fuel of the future is a significant reduction in emissions.”

With fuel prices going the way they are, I think we’re all happy to see alternatives being brought to market, and if it saves the planet, well that’s just a bonus my kids get to enjoy.