In a world where environmental concerns are at the forefront of public consciousness, the choice of our means of transportation plays a pivotal role in shaping a sustainable future. Cars powered by eco-friendly energy sources, such as hydrogen fuel and electricity, are gaining momentum as viable alternatives to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Also, in our daily lives, we are interacting with electrical vehicles more than before. Experts claim that the usage of eco-friendly cars will provide us with great environmental advantages including less carbon dioxide emission, which is one of the main components of greenhouse gasses. 

Electric cars are widely being used around the world, due to the car companies such as Tesla. However, there are lots of other eco-friendly cars that use energy instead of electricity. Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars are also a new technology that is being limelighted by scientists. Different from using mortars to move the car, it uses the energy of the hydrogen explosion and converts the explosion to generate the energy of the car. Similar to electric cars, these cars also have a significantly lower carbon footprint when compared to their gasoline counterparts.

So, how much are eco-friendly cars more helpful for the earth? To compare the amount of carbon dioxide emission of each car, while normal diesel cars emit 52170 kg of carbon dioxide during their lifetime, electric cars only emit 1401 kg during their lifetime. 37 times greater carbon emission is a great difference regarding the health of the earth. When we use fossil fuels for our cars, we need about 2100 trees to clean the carbon dioxide that the car emits.   

The advantages of using eco-friendly cars powered by hydrogen fuel cells and electricity are clear and compelling. These vehicles have a significantly lower carbon footprint, emit little to no harmful pollutants, and offer a path to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Earth. As we collectively work towards a greener future, embracing these eco-friendly transportation options will undoubtedly play a vital role in mitigating the effects of climate change and preserving the planet for future generations. So what about purchasing an eco-friendly car as your next car?

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