US: Electric vehicles growth hinges on improved lithium-ion batteries

Author: Simon Warburton | 22 July 2011

Growth of the electric car industry could be accelerated with innovation in lithium-ion batteries, although the market is waiting for technology which is long-lasting, affordable, quick-charging and safe.

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