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EV Power
Systems to Target its Patented Plug-In, Hybrid-Electric (PHEV) Retrofit
System to Electric Utility Truck Fleets
Charlotte, NC March 28, 2010 -- EV Power Systems, Inc. (EVPS) and
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today to market EVPS’ plug-in, hybrid-electric (PHEV) retrofit
drive system for electric utility, light-duty trucks. The new PHEV
systems increases miles per gallon (mpg) by 30 percent with a return
on investment (ROI) of approximately 30 percent at current fuel
prices in start/stop applications. High mpg gains and high ROI are
achieved by converting existing trucks with an economic and effective
plug-in, hybrid-electric drive system.
The patented EVPS system does not require any changes to the truck’s
existing internal-combustion engine, transmission, vehicle support
systems, electrical system or emission equipment. Most of the hybrid
components are off-the-shelf and readily available. The hybrid system
can be transferred to another truck and upgraded with new batteries,
motors, chargers or controllers. The retrofit is achieved in a day
or less. Many conversions can be completed using in-house staff.
Some twenty of the Nation’s leading electric utilities and
the Edison Electric Institute pledged in October 2009 to “ramp
up efforts to make electricity a crucial transportation fuel.”
While much of the utilities’ efforts have focused on new vehicle
purchases, EV Power Systems' solution for existing truck fleets
accelerates their transition to a full-scale PHEV fleet. In addition
to reducing emissions, the flexibility of the EVPS design allows
utilities to quickly and efficiently test various smart grid technologies
for impact on utility operations and customer interfaces. To help
utilities, Energy Dimensions and EVPS are forming a technical advisory
council aimed at testing, evaluating and sharing information about
smart grid technologies and PHEVs.
EV Power Systems’ President Terry Russell commented “EVPS
management team has many years of experience in developing new automotive
products and working with fleets.” Russell continued, “By
working directly with electric utilities, we believe EVPS can enhance
the existing technology and more rapidly introduce cost-effective
electrification for a wider range of trucks.” EVPS designs,
sells and services hybrid and all-electric vehicle power systems.
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Berkeley
Stanford CleanTech Conference presents Electric Car 2.0: Who Will
Win The Race?
San Francisco, CA April 26, 2010 The Berkeley-Stanford CleanTech
Conference (http://bscleantech.org) presents “Electric Car
2.0: Who
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Will Win The Race? (Innovation, Policy,
and China)”, the fifth in a continuing series of focused conferences
highlighting clean technology solutions to address global energy
challenges. Panels will discuss new innovations in electric vehicle
technology, the opportunities and challenges from China, and the
policies that are transforming the automobile industry. For participants,
this is an excellent opportunity to network and explore opportunities
in this rapidly emerging field.
The event will be held on Wednesday, May 5th from 11AM - 6PM in
the PG&E Headquarters on 77 Beale Street, San Francisco. Last
year the sold-out conference drew over 300 attendees comprised of
30% students and 70% professionals including financiers, start-up
entrepreneurs, policymakers, lawyers, and non-profit workers
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EcoloCap
Solutions Inc. Proprietary Nano Lithium X Battery Test Results Surpass
Expectations
Barrington, IL March 19, 2010 EcoloCap Solutions Inc. (OTC-BB:
ECOS) today announced that Exponent
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and scientific firms in the U.S. with a team of 900 employees in
23 offices, has delivered test results for EcoloCap’s Nano
Lithium X Battery. The test results demonstrate that in side-by-side
comparisons with existing published information, the Nano Lithium
X battery technology has the highest energy density output per mass
of any known battery.
The Nano Lithium X battery technology also has the lowest cost
of production and sales price. The large capacity of the battery
will allow for the fastest recharge time of any commercially available
battery.
Using a multidisciplinary approach involving electrical, mechanical,
scientific, thermal and statistical analysis, the Nano Lithium X
battery was extensively tested for its charge and discharge capabilities
at 100 amps, 150 amps, 200 amps and 235 amps. Rigorous testing has
concluded that the Nano Lithium X Battery performs even better than
the company previously estimated, and represents a substantial improvement
over existing lithium-ion batteries in terms of energy density,
total cost, and recharge time.
“It is rewarding to see that our investment in developing
the Nano Lithium X battery has come to fruition, and we are excited
to generate substantial value for our shareholders,” said
EcoloCap Solutions President and CEO Michael Siegel. “This
battery is well-positioned to become a leader in key markets seeking
high-performance batteries, including use in electric vehicles,
golf carts, cellular towers and similar demanding applications.”
He added.
Test results have concluded that the Nano Lithium X Battery is
now proven to have:
• The highest energy density output of any commercially-available
battery
• The fastest recharge time of any comparable commercial
battery
• The lowest cost per energy output of any commercially-available
battery
EcoloCap’s advanced technology fills a void in the market
for high-powered batteries at a low cost. The battery employs low
levels of powdered Lithium, enabling it to be produced at a lower
cost than all other types of lithium cells. At the same time, no
other technology can match its performance. While typical lithium-ion
batteries require hundreds or thousands of small milliwatt to single
watt cells in most applications, EcoloCap’s batteries are
far more efficient and cost-effective, with each cell rated at 4.2
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