Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 21, 2013

PowerGenix, the developer of nickel-zinc (NiZn) rechargeable batteries ( earlier post ), has signed a product evaluation contract with HELLA, a Tier 1 supplier to major automotive manufacturers worldwide. Source: PowerGenix. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.).

Nickel Cadmium 230

Nickel Cadmium NiCd Hybrid Nickel Metal Hydride 230

Plug In Partners

NOVEMBER 3, 2008

The operational technology has been perfected and the battery technology is maturing. They reduce emissions, reduce our dependence on foreign oil and reduce the upward pressures on gasoline costs. The fuel infrastructure is already in place. PHEV s address all needs. Automakers are now on board. Parent company BYD Co.—it

Nickel Cadmium 100

Nickel Cadmium Austin Plug-in PHEV 100

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

The four-door sedan will deliver 40 miles on a charge; a small gasoline engine will recharge the battery as it approaches depletion, extending its range by as much as 200 miles. Its been improving over time, but the power density and cost issues are still steep for what exists thus far. Thats short-sighted. Thats right.

Volt 41

Volt GM Chevrolet EV1 41