Concern about the environment prompted the writing of this book, which focuses on air pollution. The burning of fossil fuels with increased carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions presents the biggest source of pollutants, according to the author, who joins those who fear global warming and its possibly devastating effects around the world. Climatologists point to wildfires and droughts on the US West Coast. Nweke agrees that climate control is the most important issue of the twenty-first century, for both developed and developing nations.

This book discusses why hybrid or hydrogen combustion engines are recommended, with a strong emphasis on switching to hydrogen-powered vehicles. The average person knows little about utilizing hydrogen for power except for the dramatic destruction of the Hindenburg. The author dispels this fear by explaining about hydrogen and its ignition byproduct, water. The remainder of the book examines what is involved in designing an automobile and engine that can be powered by hydrogen. Each chassis has advantages and disadvantages for tank location and safety valves. Other considerations are transmissions, sequential fuel injection that replaces a hybrid distributor and coil, and pulse spark plugs to reduce ignition pollution.

Readers undoubtedly have heard unsettling information about the dangers to the world’s environment. Nweke brings the voice of experience to bear on fossil fuel burning, having worked in the automotive industry (including a job as an auto service manager) and earning a degree in power technology. He also patented a design for a hydrogen engine that the Ford Motor Company has acknowledged in journals. Stock photos with original diagrams in the book are helpful in understanding concepts and visualizing the overall possible designs. There is also an extensive index. Readers will be better prepared to choose models that become available with the features they want.

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