Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

Bosch start-stop technology already features in models made by BMW and Mini, Fiat, Kia, and Volkswagen, among others. The system is rounded off by a crankshaft sensor, sensors on the pedals, and a deep-cycle resistant battery.

Deep Cycle 170

Deep Cycle Kia 2008 Engine 170

Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

Cars made by BMW and Mini, Fiat, Kia, and Volkswagen, among others use the Bosch system to boost the fuel efficiency of their cars. On the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), start-stop systems reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 5 per cent, whilst the saving is as much as 8 per cent on the NEDC urban cycle.

Deep Cycle 36

Deep Cycle CO2 2007 Kia 36

Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2012

Compared to advanced lead-acid batteries, the PbC batteries: Support higher [10-20x] charge acceptance and faster recharge [5-10x] in partial state-of-charge (PSOC) applications; Offer an 4x increase in cycle life in 100% depth-of-discharge applications; and. Axion has been working with BMW since 2009, and is currently in vehicle testing.

Lead Acid 225

Lead Acid Hybrid Batteries Battery 225