I wouldn't be so sure the hydrogen car will win. The last tour they did was only possible due to huge tractor trailers to carry the cars and other fuel supplies. Give the same amount of backup to the EV and the result will probably end up the same.

And the race for consumer acceptance is not about long distance travel, though hydrogen advocates like to focus on that because that's pretty much the only place where they have a clear advantage.

It's about vehicle cost, fueling costs, and convenience. Sure, if you want to travel long distance, a hydrogen car definitely is more convenient, but for everyday use, charging at home and not having to visit a fueling station for months or years is a good experience for people who have tried it. The PHEV will be able to get people used to this while being the most cost effective and convenient. For hydrogen, on the other hand, the consumer still needs to wait for basically nonexistent infrastructure and cars with possibly astronomical costs.