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Honda to begin reuse of rare earth metals extracted from used NiMH batteries before year end; targeting extraction from motors and Li-ion batteries as well

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Separately, Honda said that it is the first—based on its internal research—global mobility company to disclose estimated global CO 2 emissions during customer use of its motorcycles, automobiles and power products. Automobiles. Global average of the amount of CO 2 emitted by Honda products. 2020 Targets (vs. 31 Mar 2001).

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F-City H2 fuel cell range extended electric city vehicle homologated in France, pending homologation in Switzerland

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The F-City H2 is the result of a partnership between the Michelin Research and Innovation Center, the French automotive producer FAM Automobiles, EVE Systems, FC LAB and the Institut Pierre Vernier. Fifteen of these vehicles have already been assembled by FAM Automobiles and will be tested in 2012. kWh lithium ion battery.

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Kyoto University team proposes selective dismantling to increase recycling potential of precious metals from end-of-life vehicles

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ABS, ETC, NiMH, LIB and PWB signify anti-lock braking system, electronic toll collection, Nickel metal hydride (battery), Lithium-ion battery, and printed wiring board, respectively. Recycling potential amounts of PMs from PWBs of ELVs in Japan 2040. The mean values (between minimum and maximum collection ratios) are shown.

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Toyota launches Prius in Japan; forecasts delay in deliveries of the new model

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(The five-seat model uses a NiMH battery pack.). Prius α powertrain. 1,797 cc (2ZR-FXE). Engine power. 73 kW (98 hp)@ 5,200 rpm. Engine torque: 142 N·m (105 lb-ft) @ 4,000 rpm. Electric motor: Permanent magnet synchronous motor. Motor output: 60 kW/207 N·m torque. Hybrid system net power: 100 kW (134 hp). Battery (5-seat).

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Toyota provides some details on Yaris Hybrid-R 420hp powertrain; three 45 kW motors

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turbo gasoline direct injection engine specifically developed by Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) according to the rules of the International Automobile Federation (FIA) for a Global Race Engine to be utilized in various motorsport disciplines. The front wheels are driven by a 300 hp (224 kW) 4-cylinder 1.6 GRE engine. Click to enlarge.

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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

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NiZn offers superior energy and power density compared to lead-acid and Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) and avoids the high costs and safety issues associated with Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Marc Nalbach of HELLA. Source: PowerGenix. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

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Insight Becomes First Hybrid Vehicle to Rank as Best-Selling Vehicle in Japan

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Honda’s Insight ( earlier post ) ranked as the best-selling car among all new vehicle registrations in Japan in April—excluding mini-vehicles with displacement of less than 660cc—with sales of 10,481 units, according to data from the Japan Automobile Dealers Association. The Insight G. Click to enlarge.

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