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Profile: Li-ion Provider Compact Power, Inc. Focusing on the Automotive and Vehicle Markets

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(CPI) shortly after GM selected CPI and its parent LG Chem as the provider for the Li-ion batteries for the Extended Range Electric Vehicle (E-REV) Chevy Volt. (GM He served as the chief engineer for the Ford Escape Hybrid from 1998 to 2003 and holds 12 patents. Generic Li-ion cell and various component technologies.

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USABC awards Leyden Energy $2.28M contract for Li-imide based 12V start-stop batteries

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The award is co-funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE) and includes a 50% cost-share by Leyden Energy. The focus of the 16-month program is to develop an advanced lithium-ion 12-volt start-stop battery system to meet or exceed the performance, life and cost targets set by USABC. Is small in size and light weight.

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Li-ion Manufacturer Boston-Power Names Former GM Senior Executive Bob Purcell to Board; Expansion Into Transportation With a Focus on PHEVs and BEVs

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Li-ion manufacturer Boston-Power, Inc., Boston-Power is bringing to the transportation industry a game-changing lithium-ion battery that delivers unmatched levels of high energy density, safety, low cost, fast charge and environmental sustainability. We’re thrilled to add him to our team.

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