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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

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NiZn offers superior energy and power density compared to lead-acid and Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) and avoids the high costs and safety issues associated with Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. The market for micro hybrid and mild hybrid vehicles is on track to grow nearly eightfold to 39 million vehicles in 2017, driving a $6.9-billion

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PSA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for start-stop systems

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Stop-start technology has already been widely deployed in Europe, where 70% of all vehicles sold by 2017 are expected to carry the system as a standard feature. Nickel-zinc batteries are chemically similar to nickel-cadmium, but differ significantly in their voltage. The nickel-zinc cell delivers more than 0.4V

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