Honda "Clarity" Ingenuity at it's best - Ken Garff Honda of Orem
A sneak peak at the FUTURE with the FCX Clarity. A video covering everything about the fantastic New Vehicle and what it brings to the table. Showing Honda's ingenuity at it's peak along with the New Insight..Honda definitely leads the pack on GREEN VEHICLES that are not only economically friendly, but pleasing to the eye, comfortable in every way, full of technology, and just plain fun to drive! This Video was done by Nigel Simpkiss and is on display here on Vimeo.com
Excellent work really going into detail about the Clarity and how it functions with a review by Nigel and more!
Here is the Model Overview of this incredible vehicle....
The Zero-Emission Sedan of the Future. A Reality Today.
Zero emissions
Domestic fuel
Helps slow increase in greenhouse gases
Performance
Fun to drive
Smooth and powerful
Groundbreaking new fuel cell stack
Safety 
Six airbags
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
In developing the FCX Clarity, Honda has managed to strike the perfect balance between futuristic technology and the very human desire for a thrilling ride. The result amounts to zero emissions and maximum driving experience. Yes, the FCX Clarity is the car of the future, but it's already on the road today.
Shaping Standards
This dynamic full-cabin sedan was designed to set the sedan standard for the next century. The aggressive front end features a 6-sided grille and the whole package is wrapped up in a sophisticated, rich color we call Star Garnet Metallic.
Back to the Future
Even from the rear, this vehicle commands attention. Elegantly tapered passenger cabin lines complement the accentuated fender flares. A high center slopes down lower at the fenders. And in the back you’ll find an under-trunk storage well, offering a convenient place to store valuables away from prying eyes. Honda adds another first with the addition of refractive rear privacy glass on part of the trunk, which helps the driver see better through the rear view.
Secret Ingredients
The hood, trunk, doors and fenders are crafted with aluminum to lighten the load and increase efficiency. Front and rear subframes are made from extruded aluminum to heighten this effect. Ultra-lightweight 5-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels enhance aerodynamics.
From the start, Honda engineers designed this car to be tons of fun to drive. Acceleration in the FCX Clarity is smooth and powerful for a great overall driving experience.
Information gleaned from multiple generations of Honda fuel cell vehicles pays off right now. Compared to the previous model, the powertrain on this next-generation FCX Clarity:
Is over 397 pounds lighter
Has 120% better power-to-weight ratio
Is 20% more fuel efficient
Has a powertrain that is 45% more compact and 10% more energy-efficient
Free and Clear
First, the basics: a fuel cell vehicle is powered by an electric motor running on electricity generated by a hydrogen-powered fuel cell stack. The more efficient Honda E-Drive electric motor lets you drive with peace of mind knowing that you are helping to reduce the amount of CO2 being released in our atmosphere. The compact coaxial motor is quieter and can run at higher rpm, for greater efficiency and speed.
Get Vertical
The Vertical Flow (V Flow) fuel cell stack is one of Honda’s greatest breakthroughs in this area. The new design is smaller, allowing for better packaging efficiency. With a smaller stack, there’s room for more people. This ingenious design allows higher cell voltage stability and reduces the amount of heat generated. Gravity also helps with drainage of the excess water.
Added Power
The compact, high-efficiency lithium-ion battery pack is used as a supplemental power source capturing lost energy during deceleration and braking. The new lithium-ion battery delivers improved performance and energy recovery in a more lightweight, compact package. The new battery is significantly lighter and smaller than the ultra-capacitor of the 2005 FCX, allowing it to be stowed under the rear seat. This gives the car more passenger space and a bigger trunk.
Low Profile
Stylish? Definitely. It’s time to take another look at the FCX. This new model has a lower floor and sleeker overall design thanks to integration of the more compact stack and smaller powertrain. Thin A-pillars allow better visibility. A flat-bottom underbody reduces aerodynamic drag and increases efficiency.
How It Works
The most distinctive feature of the FCX Clarity—other than the fuel cell itself—is the streamlined layout made possible by its compact and efficient powertrain components.
The fuel cell combines hydrogen with oxygen to make electricity. The electricity then powers the electric motor, which in turn propels the vehicle. Water is the only byproduct the FCX Clarity leaves behind.
Roll over the numbered steps to learn about each stage of the process.
1. Hydrogen tank – Stores hydrogen
2. V Flow fuel cell stack – Generates electricity
3. Lithium-ion battery – Stores electricity
4. Power Drive Unit (PDU) – Governs electrical flow
5. Electric drive motor – Propels vehicle
Visit the FCX Clarity Website for more information click here
Enjoy this look at the future of Honda!
David Lytle
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Ken Garff Honda Of Orem
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Orem, UT 84058
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