daimlerchrysler to build test fleet of electric vans - battery power storage

DETROIT (Reuters)-
Daimler Chrysler
DE said on Tuesday that it will start testing a batch of commercial trucks that can be powered by battery alone next year.
The redesigned Dodge Sprinter.
Daimler Chrysler said it would conduct a "test --
Fleet of up to 20 plugs
In its hybrid version of 2007 Dodge Sprinter, in order to evaluate the performance of electric vehicles,
Driving conditions in the world. Plug-
In hybrid cars, it is a replacement for traditional internal combustion engines, supported by some environmental advocates, can use battery power alone for short trips, and can be charged with standard power outlets.
Daimler Chrysler says it will combine the rechargeable battery on the Dodge dash with a diesel engine in order to gain more in fuel economy, and says it will be the first real
The world test of this technology.
Supporters see plug-in
As a way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the United StatesS.
Rely on imported oil.
Daimler Chrysler's statement is in the United States. S.
President George W.
Bush plans to visit Washington-
The regional post office looks at commercial vehicles using natural gas alternatives, including models from Daimler Chrysler and rival General Motors. (GM. N)
Daimler Chrysler says some of their new Dodge Sprinter will be equipped with the next one --
The new generation of lithium-ion batteries is a power storage technology, which is expected to greatly improve the performance of nickel batteries.
Metal hydrogen batteries currently used in hybrid cars.
Chrysler's Chrysler Group already has four plugs.
On the road with test customers, a hybrid delivery van based on the previous version of the Dodge dash.
Current version of Dodge Sprinter plugin
In has a battery-
The company says the power range is 20 miles. “For plug-
"A huge leap in battery technology is necessary in advancing hybrid technology," said Mark Chernoby, vice president of Chrysler Group . ".
"Energy Storage System for Dodge Sprinter (plug-in hybrid)
Concept fleet will provide valuable field experience for the possibility of lithiumion batteries.
GM aims to produce a plug in 2010.
The hybrid is based on the Chevrolet Volt concept launched at the Detroit motor show in January.
Toyota Motor Corporation (7203. T)
This makes Prius a popular model and a leader in the hybrid car market.
Although it does not specify an expected schedule for production, it is in the vehicle.
Auto industry officials say the biggest obstacle to mass productionmarket plug-
Hybrid cars are still the cost and safety of lithium
The ion battery pack they need. Lithium-
A range of consumer electronics, including laptops, have used ion batteries, but have not been used in cars until now.