Electric Vehicles In Japan
Posted by Big Gav in electric vehicles, japan
After Gutenberg has a post on another Better Place like scheme, this time in Japan - Network of Rapid Charging Stands in Japan.
Ener1 has announced a MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with KEPCO (Kyushu Electric Power). The two companies will work together to develop an EV (Electric Vehicle) infrastructure in Japan.
Already in use in Japan, KEPCO’s existing rapid charging station will serve as a base for an expanded network of rapid charging stands for electric vehicles. The new systems will use customized EnerDel High Energy Pack System from Ener1, which should allow drivers of electric cars to charge their batteries to 80% of capacity in less than 20 minutes. Ener1 and KEPCO expect the new stations to be available in March of next year. “The ability to rapidly recharge lithium-ion batteries,” observes Green Car Congress, “will be crucial in enabling the widespread adoption of the electric vehicle.”
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