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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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The study, which provides a joint industry analysis of how different types of batteries are used in different automotive applications, concludes that lead-based batteries will by necessity remain the most wide-spread energy storage system in automotive applications for the foreseeable future. Click to enlarge. Lithium-ion batteries.

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Proposal for a Vehicle-Level Test Procedure to Measure Air Conditioning Fuel Use

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In vehicles with electric powertrains such as PHEVs and EVs, total energy management is essential. A/C energy use will increase the size and cost of the energy storage system (ESS) in order to meet the target performance parameters. Rugh, 2010.

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Mercedes-Benz presents B-Class F-CELL fuel cell vehicle at LA Auto Show; delivery to US leasing customers by end of 2010

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The liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is the energy storage medium and has a capacity of more than 1.4 tax over a term of 24 months and includes the cost of hydrogen fuel. The B-Class F-CELL uses a single-speed gear reduction transmission w/reverse and recuperation. Acceleration from 0-60 mph takes 11.4

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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Panasonic batteries are renowned for their energy storage capacity and long cycle life. Limited), headquartered in China, is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. Panasonic Panasonic, a Japanese company, is a leading supplier of automotive batteries for electric vehicles.