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Panasonic Group confirms it will supply Li-ion batteries for Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid

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The Panasonic Group will supply the lithium-ion batteries for Toyota Motor Corporation’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Li-ion cell for Prius PHV. Given the growing public concern for conserving the environment and escalating oil prices, the demand for rechargeable batteries for eco-friendly vehicles is expected to grow rapidly.

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Could the Prius be harmful to the environment?

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Though widely thought of as the ultimate green car, the 2010 Toyota Prius is facing criticism over just how green it is. The Prius uses a lot of fossil fuels during its hybrid battery development and now critics are calling for Toyota to correct its green statements. The controversy centres on its use of a nickel metal hydride battery.

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7 Common Hybrid Myths and Misconceptions Debunked

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The prototypical hybrid–the Toyota Prius. Gas is the primary fuel; the batteries recharge as the vehicle moves and brakes, but the electric power is an auxiliary motive source, so the car will need less fuel. You’re Not Going To Save the Environment with a Hybrid. Flash Drive: 2019 Toyota Prius Hybrid.

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UK Govt identifies first 9 electric drive vehicles eligible for grants of up to 5K

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The first nine electric drive cars to become eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant of up to £5,000 (US$7,900) in the UK are: Mitsubishi iMiEV; smart fortwo electric drive; Peugeot iON; Citroen CZero; Nissan Leaf; Tata Vista EV; Toyota Prius Plug-in; Vauxhall Ampera and Chevrolet Volt. More will follow next year.

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Maritz study finds growing but still low US consumer awareness about alternative fuel technologies; knowledge gap and confusion a sales challenge for OEMs

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50% of respondents knew that the “Nissan Leaf can run for up to 100 miles before it needs to be plugged in to recharge it.” ” Having been on the market for more than a decade, the Toyota Prius garnered a 75% familiarity rating.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles safer than gas-powered cars?

Drive Electric

The high voltage systems pose little to no risk of electric shock, either while driving or recharging. Don’t worry about dodging puddles in your Prius! Our second resource discusses whether electric cars are actually better for the environment than gas-powered cars, and then we will cover common misconceptions around EV safety.

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UK TSB Awards ÂŁ25M to Eight Low-Carbon Vehicle Demonstration Projects; Focus On Electric Vehicles

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The research will include a focus on domestic recharging behavior over a 12-month period. The trial will evaluate the technical and social aspects of living with an all-electric vehicle in a real world environment. Individuals can apply to participate in these research trials across the London South East and West Midlands regions.

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