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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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With regard to overall storage capability and potential for further fuel efficiency improvements, the demand for larger battery systems based on lithium, nickel and sodium will continue to grow through the increased market penetration of vehicles with higher levels of hybridization and electrification. Nickel-metal hydride batteries.

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European automotive and automotive battery industries call for extension of the exemption of lead-based batteries from the EU ELV Directive

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There are no current or future resource availability issues with metals used in lead-based batteries. Other battery technologies (nickel-metal hydride, lead-based etc.) For commercial applications, harsh environments and heavy duty vehicles, high-temperature sodium nickel chloride batteries are a competitive option.