Hybrid vehicles may not yet be that spread all over the world and one thing that most consumers are wary about is the matter of power resources from batteries that take the place of fuel. While it is apparent that these batteries can only go a couple of miles depending on the capacity charged on them, it is apparent that reliable lithium-ion batteries must be provided to give future hybrid car owners something to be happy about.

With the partnership of Sanyo and Volkswagen, not only are they providing alternatives but a safe solution to the people who doubt the ability of hybrid cars today. With their efforts, people are sure to have a different perspective on having rechargeable batteries for their chosen hybrid vehicle.

Sanyo and Volkswagen have worked together in the past in battery development. The Japanese company has also supplied nickel-metal hydride batteries to Ford Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co.

Automakers are stepping up their focus on lithium-ion batteries amid increasingly interest in fuel-efficient vehicles at a time of soaring petrol prices.

Lithium-ion batteries are smaller and lighter than the nickel-metal hydride batteries now used in hybrid and electric cars.

(Source) AFP