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Lux: Panasonic has 39% share of plug-in vehicle batteries, thanks to its deal with Tesla

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To understand this opportunity, we combined a comprehensive data set of vehicle sales with detailed battery specifications for each car and supplier relationships, yielding a flexible tool that uncovers unexpected insights into this fast-changing market. —Cosmin Laslau, Lux Research Analyst and lead author of Automotive Battery Tracker.

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Toyota Previews Generation III 2010 Prius Hybrid

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The 2ZR-FXE engine is SULEV-rated (with AT-PZEV) in California, and has a Federal Tier 2 Bin 3 rating. Nominal pack voltage of the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery remains at 201.6 We also are confident that it will attract more buyers We have two main challenges: the economy, and the [Honda] Insight. ”.

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FTA Report on Worldwide H2 Bus Demonstrations Finds Better Than Expected Performance and Strong Customer Acceptance; Challenges Remain

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The report gathers insights from demonstration participants at transit agencies in the United States, Europe, China, Japan and Australia, analyzes lessons learned, identifies key remaining challenges, and suggests potential roles for government in supporting commercialization. Energy Storage.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

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Toyotas Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries are considered "non-hazardous waste" [See "high voltage electrical systems" ]. Honda Insight, Civic and Accord use an entirely different design: the electric motor never runs without the gasoline engine running at the same time. Are the batteries recyclable?

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