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ARTS Energy in supply agreement with Hunan Copower for NiMH cells for HEV applications in Europe; 1st step into transportation market

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ARTS Energy currently serves the solar, defense & aviation, medical, professional electronics and emergency lighting markets. ARTS Energy will now have access to Hunan Copower 33600 NiMH cells. Hunan Copower EV Battery currently supplies Toyota for its hybrid cars produced in China.

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PowerGenix to supply NiZn batteries for traffic light backup systems

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Compared to the current lead-acid standard, the PowerGenix-PSI solution is about 70% lighter, with a much longer service life and requires no maintenance. NiZn batteries are also recyclable and RoHS compliant, with no toxic heavy metals, providing an environmentally friendly alternative to lead-acid and other battery chemistries.

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Toyota launches Aqua compact hybrid in Japan; targeting 12,000 units per month in sales

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The hybrid transaxle, which includes the power control unit, the power-generation motor and drive motor, has also been designed to be small and light. In addition to the standard display, an optional high-resolution thin-film-transistor liquid crystal multi-information display provides a variety of eco-driving information.

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Peugeots Diesel 3008 Hybrid4

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This system places the HDi diesel engine in standby when the vehicle is at a standstill (at traffic lights, a stop sign or in a traffic jam, etc) and when the vehicle is being driven in electric mode. High-voltage NiMH battery pack. The NiMH batteries are located under the trunk sill, near the electric motor. Energy recovery.

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Toyota announces expected fuel economy and pricing for RAV4 Hybrid: 33 mpg combined, entry at $28,370

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Both Hybrid grades come equipped with an Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel-Drive System with intelligence (AWD-i) as standard. Regenerative braking changes the electric motor to a generator that captures the kinetic energy of the still-turning wheels when the brake is applied, storing it in the nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery pack.

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Prius v first member of expanded family to go on sale in US; 58% more cargo space than original Prius, with 42 mpg combined

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The NiMH battery pack is the same as on the third-generation Prius liftback, but with a cooling duct located under the rear seat. Sophisticated valve control, injector design, and other technologies reduce emissions to allow the Prius v to qualify for California SULEV and US Tier2 Bin3 emissions standards. Driving modes.

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Toyota Unveils Sai Compact Luxury Hybrid in Japan

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The Sai uses a NiMH battery pack. A Hybrid System Indicator that shows real-time driving status and an Eco Driving Indicator that lights up to signify fuel-efficient vehicle operation provide visual support to the driver. The engine develops maximum output of 110 kW (148 hp) and maximum torque of 187 N·m (138 lb-ft).

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