There are several types of hybrid systems and one receiving much behind-the-scenes attention by automakers and top-tier suppliers that’s projected to begin proliferating en masse within a few years is the “micro hybrid” system. This is a cost-effective means of electrification that augments a given internal combustion powertrain. It utilizes a lithium-ion battery rated under
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While the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is first and foremost an automotive manufacturer show, some automotive suppliers also jump in the spotlight to showcase their innovations. Such is the case with Johnson Controls, Inc., which will introduce at the show its 48-volt Micro Hybrid battery demonstration module as part of its full
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The A123 Systems saga is far from over as Johnson Controls objects to delay in payment of break-up fee and expense reimbursement. On Dec. 17, Johnson Controls filed an appeal in bankruptcy court of the Dec. 11, 2012 sale order approving Wanxiang’s purchase of A123 Systems. As part of the sale order, the court ordered
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Johnson Controls is opting out of the planned acquisition of A123 assets. Johnson Controls said Dec. 9 it officially withdrew from the bankruptcy auction to acquire portions of A123 Systems when it declined to match a higher bid submitted by Wanxiang. Subsequently A123 representatives have announced they selected Wanxiang’s bid of $257 million as the
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