Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 12, 2019

Although lithium-ion is considered the most effective technology currently available for rechargeable batteries, the battery recalls are a reminder that it is not without safety concerns, which limits its use in aviation. Having a battery lab in China is the perfect complement to our electrical lab in Toulouse.

Nickel Cadmium 285

Nickel Cadmium BYD Batteries Battery 285

Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 22, 2009

As few electric vehicles have entered the market, there is limited knowledge and expertise on the collecting and recycling of large lithium-ion batteries. This facility is also only one of two technologies in North America that can recycle nickel cadmium batteries, which is a common consumer type of rechargeable battery.

Nickel Cadmium 199

Nickel Cadmium Li-ion Nickel Metal Hydride Lithium Ion 199

Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2013

Lead-acid batteries, the most common battery choice, are low-cost, easily available and relatively safe. Nickel-zinc batteries are chemically similar to nickel-cadmium, but differ significantly in their voltage. The nickel-zinc cell delivers more than 0.4V of additional voltage both at open circuit and under load.

Lead Acid 170

Lead Acid Nickel Cadmium Batteries Battery 170

Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 3, 2008

PHEV s allow for optimization of readily available clean-energy resources and represent a sustainable transportation solution that can be delivered today. Most have advertised their intentions to bring PHEV s to the market –some as early as next year. The vehicle will be recharged at night, plugged into a standard home outlet.

Nickel Cadmium 100

Nickel Cadmium Austin Plug-in PHEV 100