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Johnson Controls files petition to dissolve Li-ion battery JV with Saft

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(JCI) has filed a petition with the Delaware Court of Chancery to dissolve Johnson Controls-Saft Advanced Power Solutions LLC (JCS), the automotive Li-ion battery joint venture between Johnson Controls and Saft. Neither Johnson Controls-Saft, nor any of its subsidiaries, are an active party to the legal action. Earlier post.)

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Johnson Controls and Saft reach agreement to end Johnson Controls-Saft Li-ion automotive battery joint venture

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and Saft have reached an agreement to end their joint venture, Johnson Controls-Saft, which was formed in 2006 to develop and manufacture Li-ion vehicle batteries. The parties’ agreement to end their relationship will also terminate all legal proceedings between the companies. Johnson Controls, Inc., Earlier post.).

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Johnson Controls showing new prismatic automotive Li-ion cells and sub-modules at Geneva Motor Show; planning sub-module production in 2014

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Johnson Controls will showcase its next-generation low-profile prismatic automotive lithium-ion cells and sub-modules at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Under the terms of the agreement, which also ended the legal actions between the two, Johnson Controls acquired Saft’s share of the JV for $145 million in cash. Earlier post.).

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How to Get a Plug-In Hybrid

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

As for warranties , there is legal precedent that original auto warranties cannot be voided completely by modifications — only the part(s) affected by retrofit will have their warranties affected. We will have similar solutions available for better (but more expensive) nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries.)

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The lithium-ion battery comprises 168 prismatic cells and is liquid-cooled. Its emphasis is on lithium-ion battery systems, which are put together using a flexible, modular concept. kWh lithium-ion battery taken from the Audi A3 Sportback e-tron. With a capacity of 17.3 kWh, it allows a 56 kilometer (34.8 Click to enlarge.

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CalCars and PHEVs Frequently Asked Questions

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Lithium-Ion batteries share many characteristics with NiMH. Ive heard lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous if they overheat. ") The performance, longevity and safety of lithium-ion batteries are improving rapidly. The EPRI says lithium-ion batteries are ready now. See our 2007 Goals and 2006 Report.

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