A123Systems buys out Hymotion
Hot on the heels of A123Systems announcing that they would start selling plug-in hybrid conversion kits that are developed with Hymotion, A123 is now buying Hymotion outright. Hymotion developed and fabricates battery packs that can be installed in the spare tire well of a Toyota Prius. The battery packs have integrated battery charge management electronics. So far the Hymotion system has only be available to fleets but regular consumers will be able to buy them in 2008. [Source: A123Systems]
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bruce Weylland 12:19PM (4/13/2008)
Gentlemen;
When I first countacted you by Email in 2006 requesting information as to the availability of the Hymotion Plug-in kit for a Toyota Prius (2006.)
Your E mail reply indicated that it would be available in 2008.When may I expect to be able to order this Kit? S/ Bruce Weyland
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Dataland 7:55PM (12/18/2007)
In the first quarter of 2008, A123 Systems and Hymotion plan to market a $9500 USD add-on for the Toyota Prius. This cost, which includes installation, is expected to increase your Prius’ fuel economy to 150 MPG in the city. Pretty dang impressive! If it works reliably and safely: I do have some minor qualms about installing a massive lithium ion battery in my car ...
CrossTalk: http://dataland.wordpress.com/2007/12/19/150-mpg-toyota-prius/
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