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EnerDel Plans to Invest $237M in New Indiana Lithium-Ion Battery Plant

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Lithium-ion battery manufacturer EnerDel will invest $237 million in a new manufacturing plant near its Indianapolis headquarters in order to meet anticipated demand for advanced battery systems used in both automotive and stationary smart grid applications. The Indiana plant will be financed through a $118.5

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ENER1 Receives Additional $20M from Principal Shareholder

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The financing is expected to close next week. Ener1 set out to raise $150 million at the start of 2010, to meet near-term manufacturing objectives. Over $300 million has been invested in the company over the last five years in achieving the steps to commercialization, and building a global manufacturing footprint.

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Ener1 Outlines Automotive Programs Underway for Li-ion Packs

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Overall, Ener1’s 92,000 ft 2 facility in Indianapolis has current capacity to produce 300 million watt hours of electrodes; an additional $50 million spent on equipment would double capacity to 600 million watt hours of electrodes for battery pack and cell production capacity of $450 million value in sales. Ener1 purchased $21.3

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Promote a robust market for vehicle manufacturers, utilities, equipment service providers, and support industries that ensures a consistent user experience, customer choice, and allows for a streamlined permitting process. Enhance American manufacturing competitiveness, innovation, and the development of advanced technology.

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GM Files Voluntary Chapter 11; Agreements with US Treasury and Canada; New GM Expected in 60-90 Days

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GM Manufacturing Plans. Indianapolis, Ind. Close the gap in active worker labor costs compared with transplant auto manufacturers. billion of bridge financing from the German government and a Memorandum of Understanding to partner with Magna International Inc. Plant Status / Timing (or sooner). Orion, Mich. Pontiac, Mich.

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Navigant Research forecasts new EV global sales of > 346,000 units in 2014; 10 predictions for the year

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Manufacturing and distributing vehicles in multiple regions of the world presents many logistical issues, though established automakers have overcome similar challenges in the past. presence in Indianapolis. Tesla is also readying the Model X, a more affordable crossover for launch by the end of 2014. More than 1.9

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Workhorse adds EnerDel as battery supplier for new C-Series electric delivery vehicle

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Workhorse has secured financing to be able to provide battery leasing packages for the entire EnerDel partnership. EnerDel’s proven performance and its production capacity are an important supplement to our in-house battery manufacturing operation as we gear up for growth at scale. EnerDel Inc.

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