Lithium Technology’s new battery pushes Toyota Prius to 125 MPG
by DJ Neawedde | 31st May 2007
Lithium Technology has rolled out a new line of batteries for use in all-electric and hybrid-electric vehicles.
Lithium Technology showed of the new technology in a new Prius. The 7 kWh battery is made up of 63 lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) cells that push the Prius from 46 MPG to 125 MPG. BusinessWeek says, “The battery management system (BMS) is more precise monitoring fewer cells, keeping them in balance for best performance and preventing damage to the battery due to over voltage, under voltage, over temperature and short circuit.”
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[…] “We are delighted to demonstrate and deliver the technology that the automotive industry has been searching for today,” said Dr. Klaus Brandt, CEO of LTC. “While others have estimated up to a year to deliver the technology, we are proud to show the world that we have the technology and are committed to making hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles a reality for all consumers in the safest way.” :: Business Week :: Ministry of Tech […]
June 1st, 2007 at 11:33 pm