Altair Nanotechnologies plans to road test an advanced electric vehicle prototype. Advances in lithium-ion battery technology over the last few years have experts and enthusiasts alike wondering if the new batteries may soon make high-performance electric vehicles widely available. Now one company, Altair Nanotechnologies of Reno, NV, has announced plans to start testing its new batteries in prototype electric vehicles, with road tests scheduled to begin by year-end.

Automobile and Hybrid Car Market – Europe

Figures and facts taken from Frost & Sullivan 2006 – 16 Jan 2006 Strategic Analysis of the European Market for Micro, Mild and Full Hybrid Vehicle Technologies

Introduction

European vehicle manufacturers have always been more confident with advanced diesel technology – but increasing petrol prices and voluntary agreement by all VMs to reduce CO2 in Europe (2008 ACEA agreement). Hybrid Electric Vehicle introduction is inevitable.