Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 8, 2009

They are very early “converted” prototypes using double nickel-metal hydride batteries. Most importantly, these vehicles are not representative of the lithium-ion battery-powered next-generation Prius PHVs that will be delivered to lease-fleet customers later this year.

Nickel Metal Hydride 150

Nickel Metal Hydride Prius Fuel Economy Toyota 150

Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2013

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. Marc Nalbach of HELLA. Source: PowerGenix. Click to enlarge.

Nickel Cadmium 230

Nickel Cadmium NiCd Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 230

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 22, 2013

ARPA-E’s RANGE program seeks to improve EV driving range and reduce vehicle costs by re-envisioning the total EV battery system, rather than working to increase the energy density of individual battery cells. Naval Research Laboratory, will develop a low-cost battery using zinc-air technology. Princeton University.

Lithium Ion 360

Lithium Ion Range Zinc Air San Diego 360

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Ford spokesman in Wards Auto ) 6/9/06 "So, Mr. Ford is saying we’re looking into it. Were charging full-speed ahead before we know exactly what the investment is going to be, before we know whether we can make any money off it or not, before we know how many were going to sell," Lutz said. Everything is on the table."

Plug-in 45

Plug-in Plug Hybrid PHEV 45