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Lithium Ion Polymer

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	===Lithium Ion Polymer===		===Lithium Ion Polymer===

	'''Lithium ion polymer''' batteries, or more commonly lithium polymer batteries (~~Abbreviated~~ Li-Poly or LiPo) are rechargeable batteries which have technologically evolved from lithium ion batteries. Ultimately, the lithium salt electrolyte is not held in an organic solvent like in the proven lithium ion design, but in a solid polymer composite such as polyacrylonitrile. There are many advantages of this design over the classic lithium ion design, including the fact that the solid polymer electrolyte is not flammable (unlike the organic solvent that the Li-Ion cell uses); thus, these batteries are less hazardous if mistreated.		'''Lithium ion polymer''' batteries, or more commonly lithium polymer batteries (abbreviated Li-Poly or LiPo) are rechargeable batteries which have technologically evolved from lithium ion batteries. Ultimately, the lithium salt electrolyte is not held in an organic solvent like in the proven lithium ion design, but in a solid polymer composite such as polyacrylonitrile. There are many advantages of this design over the classic lithium ion design, including the fact that the solid polymer electrolyte is not flammable (unlike the organic solvent that the Li-Ion cell uses); thus, these batteries are less hazardous if mistreated.

	===Zinc-air===		===Zinc-air===

Wiki1: /* Brief History */

2008-07-26T05:31:09Z

Brief History

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	==Brief History==		==Brief History==
	[[Image:250px-GM_EV-1-.jpg\|frame\|General Motors EV1]]		[[Image:250px-GM_EV-1-.jpg\|frame\|General Motors EV1]]
	Before the turn of the century, electric cars outnumbered all others combined. Batteries were commonplace as it was much easier to build an electric car by hand than tinker on internal combustion engines. Even the Porsche Lohner Hybrid and Hybrid Race Car debuted around 1903 relied on batteries. Batteries have powered vehicles in one way or another since ~~the~~ beginning. Even gasoline engines rely on batteries to run starter motors and all the conveniences we take for granted: headlight, heaters, dome lights, power locks, entertainment, etc.		Before the turn of the 20th century, electric cars outnumbered all others combined. Batteries were commonplace as it was much easier to build an electric car by hand than tinker on internal combustion engines. Even the Porsche Lohner Hybrid and Hybrid Race Car debuted around 1903 relied on batteries. Batteries have powered vehicles in one way or another since their beginning. Even gasoline engines rely on batteries to run starter motors and all the conveniences we take for granted: headlight, heaters, dome lights, power locks, entertainment, etc.

	In 1990, the auto industry was forced into establishing an electric passenger car market when California’s Air Resources Board (CARB) implemented a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program: 2% of the vehicles produced for sale in California had to be ZEVs, increasing to 5% in 2001 and 10 percent in 2003. The CARB attempted to set a minimum quota for the use of electric cars, but this was withdrawn after complaints by auto manufacturers that the quotas were economically unfeasible due to a lack of consumer demand. By 1996, CARB backed down on the 1998 deadline for the program, and in 2001, the program relaxed its standards to include “partial” zero emission vehicles (PZEV). Since the California program was designed by the CARB to reduce air pollution and not to promote electric vehicles, the zero emissions requirement in California was replaced by a combination requirement of a tiny number of zero-emissions vehicles (to promote research and development) and a much larger number of partial zero-emissions vehicles (PZEVs), which is an administrative designation for an super ultra low emissions vehicle (SULEV), which emits polution of about ten percent of that of an ordinary low emissions vehicle when in operation and is also certified for zero evaporative emissions at all times.		In 1990, the auto industry was forced into establishing an electric passenger car market when California’s Air Resources Board (CARB) implemented a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program: 2% of the vehicles produced for sale in California had to be ZEVs, increasing to 5% in 2001 and 10 percent in 2003. The CARB attempted to set a minimum quota for the use of electric cars, but this was withdrawn after complaints by auto manufacturers that the quotas were economically unfeasible due to a lack of consumer demand. By 1996, CARB backed down on the 1998 deadline for the program, and in 2001, the program relaxed its standards to include “partial” zero emission vehicles (PZEV). Since the California program was designed by the CARB to reduce air pollution and not to promote electric vehicles, the zero emissions requirement in California was replaced by a combination requirement of a tiny number of zero-emissions vehicles (to promote research and development) and a much larger number of partial zero-emissions vehicles (PZEVs), which is an administrative designation for an super ultra low emissions vehicle (SULEV), which emits polution of about ten percent of that of an ordinary low emissions vehicle when in operation and is also certified for zero evaporative emissions at all times.

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2007-04-04T14:56:05Z

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	For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.		For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.

	Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[~~Ford Escape~~]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.		Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[Honda Insight]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.

	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

	'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of disrupting the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production costs of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries will continually decrease as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. They are being tested in plug-in hybrids and power most of the hybrids in R&D labs such as the next generation Prius that has targeted 40km/l or ~~~94 mpg~~. However, they are not currently deployed for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.		'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of disrupting the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production costs of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries will continually decrease as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. They are being tested in plug-in hybrids and power most of the hybrids in R&D labs such as the next generation Prius that has targeted 40km/l or 94mpgs. However, they are not currently deployed for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.

	===Lithium Ion Polymer===		===Lithium Ion Polymer===

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2007-04-04T14:15:27Z

Nickel Metal Hydride

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	For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.		For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.

	Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[~~Honda Insight~~]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.		Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[Ford Escape]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.

	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

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2007-04-04T14:14:51Z

Lithium Ion

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	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

	'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of disrupting the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production costs of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries will continually decrease as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. They are being tested in plug-in hybrids and power most of the hybrids in R&D labs such as the next generation Prius that has targeted 40km/l or ~~94mpgs~~. However, they are not currently deployed for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.		'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of disrupting the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production costs of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries will continually decrease as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. They are being tested in plug-in hybrids and power most of the hybrids in R&D labs such as the next generation Prius that has targeted 40km/l or ~94 mpg. However, they are not currently deployed for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.

	===Lithium Ion Polymer===		===Lithium Ion Polymer===

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2007-04-04T14:12:28Z

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	For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.		For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.

	Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[~~Ford Escape~~]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.		Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[Honda Insight]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.

	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

136.2.1.101: /* Nickel Metal Hydride */

2007-04-04T14:11:47Z

Nickel Metal Hydride

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	For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.		For example: the first generation GM EV1s used lead-acid batteries in 1996, and a second generation batch with nickel metal hydride batteries in 1999. The "Gen I" cars got 55 to 95 miles (90 to 150 km) per charge with the lead acid batteries, while "Gen II" cars got an improved 75 to 150 miles (120 to 240 km) per charge with nickel metal hydride batteries.

	Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[~~Honda Insight~~]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.		Most - not all - current [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrids]] have a rechargeable NiMH battery as an integral part of their hybrid system, to assist in fuel savings and lower emissions. Applications of NiMH type batteries include hybrid vehicles such as the [[Ford Escape]] and [[Toyota Prius]]. NiMH batteries are a major step up from the lead acid variety; however, while more powerful than lead acid batteries, they have not provided the long-term cost benefits that were hoped for - the power of nickel batteries comes from the raw material, which is getting more expensive due to increased demand.

	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

Johnmba: /* Brief History */

2006-08-16T17:38:46Z

Brief History

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	==Brief History==		==Brief History==
	[[Image:250px-GM_EV-1-.jpg\|frame\|General Motors EV1]]		[[Image:250px-GM_EV-1-.jpg\|frame\|General Motors EV1]]
			Before the turn of the century, electric cars outnumbered all others combined. Batteries were commonplace as it was much easier to build an electric car by hand than tinker on internal combustion engines. Even the Porsche Lohner Hybrid and Hybrid Race Car debuted around 1903 relied on batteries. Batteries have powered vehicles in one way or another since the beginning. Even gasoline engines rely on batteries to run starter motors and all the conveniences we take for granted: headlight, heaters, dome lights, power locks, entertainment, etc.

	In 1990, the auto industry was forced into establishing an electric passenger car market when California’s Air Resources Board (CARB) implemented a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program: 2% of the vehicles produced for sale in California had to be ZEVs, increasing to 5% in 2001 and 10 percent in 2003. The CARB attempted to set a minimum quota for the use of electric cars, but this was withdrawn after complaints by auto manufacturers that the quotas were economically unfeasible due to a lack of consumer demand. By 1996, CARB backed down on the 1998 deadline for the program, and in 2001, the program relaxed its standards to include “partial” zero emission vehicles (PZEV). Since the California program was designed by the CARB to reduce air pollution and not to promote electric vehicles, the zero emissions requirement in California was replaced by a combination requirement of a tiny number of zero-emissions vehicles (to promote research and development) and a much larger number of partial zero-emissions vehicles (PZEVs), which is an administrative designation for an super ultra low emissions vehicle (SULEV), which emits polution of about ten percent of that of an ordinary low emissions vehicle when in operation and is also certified for zero evaporative emissions at all times.		In 1990, the auto industry was forced into establishing an electric passenger car market when California’s Air Resources Board (CARB) implemented a Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program: 2% of the vehicles produced for sale in California had to be ZEVs, increasing to 5% in 2001 and 10 percent in 2003. The CARB attempted to set a minimum quota for the use of electric cars, but this was withdrawn after complaints by auto manufacturers that the quotas were economically unfeasible due to a lack of consumer demand. By 1996, CARB backed down on the 1998 deadline for the program, and in 2001, the program relaxed its standards to include “partial” zero emission vehicles (PZEV). Since the California program was designed by the CARB to reduce air pollution and not to promote electric vehicles, the zero emissions requirement in California was replaced by a combination requirement of a tiny number of zero-emissions vehicles (to promote research and development) and a much larger number of partial zero-emissions vehicles (PZEVs), which is an administrative designation for an super ultra low emissions vehicle (SULEV), which emits polution of about ten percent of that of an ordinary low emissions vehicle when in operation and is also certified for zero evaporative emissions at all times.

Johnmba: /* Lithium Ion */

2006-08-16T17:35:48Z

Lithium Ion

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	===Lithium Ion===		===Lithium Ion===

	'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of ~~eclipsing~~ the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production ~~cost~~ of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries ~~is gradually decreasing~~ as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. However, they are not currently ~~scaled~~ for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.		'''Lithium ion''' batteries (sometimes abbreviated Li-Ion) are a type of rechargeable battery commonly used in consumer electronics. They are currently one of the most popular types of battery, with one of the best energy-to-weight ratios, no memory effect and a slow loss of charge when not in use. Lithium ion battery applications have the potential of disrupting the NiMH battery in hybrid vehicles [http://www.hybridcars.com/lithium-ion-hybrid-batteries.html]; compared to a lithium ion battery, the NiMH battery's ''volumetric energy density'' (amount of potential energy stored in the battery) is lower and self-discharge is higher. Lithium ion batteries are smaller, lighter, and have fewer volatile gases than NiMH batteries. The production costs of these lighter, higher-capacity lithium batteries will continually decrease as the technology matures and production volumes increase through mass processing, which can scale to the high volumes required for the rapidly growing hybrid market - without a corresponding jump in price. They are being tested in plug-in hybrids and power most of the hybrids in R&D labs such as the next generation Prius that has targeted 40km/l or 94mpgs. However, they are not currently deployed for use in [[Hybrid Cars\|hybrid]] vehicle applications - while they have potential cost-saving attributes, they can be dangerous if mistreated, and, because they are less durable, may have a shorter lifespan compared to other battery types.

	===Lithium Ion Polymer===		===Lithium Ion Polymer===

Slalom: /* Introduction */

2006-07-10T10:59:15Z

Introduction

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	Evolving from these early electric vehicles, today's hybrid vehicles use electricity stored in batteries to assist the gasoline engine and to completely power the vehicle while idling or at consistent low speeds. Because these hybrids also use a gas engine, the battery is substantially smaller than those that were used in the purely electric vehicles. Vehicles such as the [[Toyota Prius]], [[Honda Civic Hybrid]] and [[Ford Escape Hybrid]] include drive-train management systems that automatically decide when to use the batteries or internal-combustion engine.		Evolving from these early electric vehicles, today's hybrid vehicles use electricity stored in batteries to assist the gasoline engine and to completely power the vehicle while idling or at consistent low speeds. Because these hybrids also use a gas engine, the battery is substantially smaller than those that were used in the purely electric vehicles. Vehicles such as the [[Toyota Prius]], [[Honda Civic Hybrid]] and [[Ford Escape Hybrid]] include drive-train management systems that automatically decide when to use the batteries or internal-combustion engine.

	However, improvements in battery technology may one day resurrect [~~http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battery_electric_vehicle~~ EVs] by extending their driving range. Electric vehicle advocates and engineers are now looking at gas-electric hybrids, which, unlike current hybrid offerings, could be [[Plug-In Hybrids\|plugged in]] to provide a greater capacity for running purely on electric power. A [[Plug-In Hybrids\|'plug-in']] hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is a hybrid which has additional battery capacity and the ability to be recharged from an external electrical outlet. The vehicle can be used for short trips of moderate speed without needing the internal combustion engine (ICE) component of the vehicle, thereby saving fuel costs.		However, improvements in battery technology may one day resurrect [[Electric Vehicles\|EVs]] by extending their driving range. Electric vehicle advocates and engineers are now looking at gas-electric hybrids, which, unlike current hybrid offerings, could be [[Plug-In Hybrids\|plugged in]] to provide a greater capacity for running purely on electric power. A [[Plug-In Hybrids\|'plug-in']] hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is a hybrid which has additional battery capacity and the ability to be recharged from an external electrical outlet. The vehicle can be used for short trips of moderate speed without needing the internal combustion engine (ICE) component of the vehicle, thereby saving fuel costs.

	==Battery Types==		==Battery Types==