S mA uatl loBmuosti ni vees As wA wa radrsd 2s 02 2052 3| 1|31 3 Last but not least, the final two benefits of sodium-ion power revolve around safety, with this toxic-free solution being environmentally friendly and not releasing hazardous chemicals such as KOH. There are also no issues with spilling, harmful vapours, or skin irritation, all of which are present in the NiMH batteries. Rigorous testing has been carried out to back up these claims, with several lab tests even simulating a 15-year lifespan for the battery, showcasing the durability and enhanced performance delivered. As the only company on the planet to have turned the idea of a sodium-ion battery into a real-world solution, NexPower’s innovation is not hard to see. Its distinction is particularly notable when compared to the sub-standard, China-produced NiMH batteries which are being labelled as OEM products and are currently flooding the US market due to their low price. Shops know these batteries will not last but sell them anyway to stay competitive. Thus, for assurance, it pays to invest in NexPower’s innovative hybrid battery solution. Readers do not just have to take our word for it, as the quality inherent across NexPower’s advanced battery technology is reflected through the company having grown organically over the years, through word-of-mouth referrals and the feedback of thousands of satisfied customers from all over the world. On the back of this, the company does not need any investors or a sales team, and it consists solely of dedicated scientists/engineers passionate about battery innovation and having a lasting impact on this space. With plans to continue to research and develop new advanced battery technologies for all hybrid vehicles in the pipeline, this to go alongside the Prius batteries it has already created, 2026 is set to see production of its sodiumion battery expand to Toyota and Lexus SUV hybrids like the RX400h, the RX450h, the Highlander Hybrid, and the LS600h. In this way, NexPower Energy Inc. is doubling down on its work towards its vision of a more sustainable solution, making it a bright spot in our Automotive Awards 2025. Contact: Jack Chiou Company: NexPower Energy Inc. Web Address: https://sodiumhybrid.com/ Comprising a team of scientists and engineers proudly representing the Prius community, NexPower’s mission revolves around one thing: building a more sustainable future. Its work towards this began with a bold plan, this to take the old, heavy, and expensive batteries from hybrids and replace them with LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) technology. The admittedly mixed results saw the team return to the drawing board to come up with a better alternative, and the sodium-ion battery they offer today is exactly that. “Even though our lithium project from 2020-2023 faced major setbacks, the lessons we learned helped pave the way for our sodium-ion success. This new technology puts us at the forefront of sustainable battery innovation.” Engineered to excel in even the most demanding environments – seen through NexPower having beta testers placed in strategic and challenging environments like Alaska, Texas, and Arizona, three of the harshest climates the US boasts on both sides of the scale – the results have been remarkable, with this revolutionary sodium-ion battery working exceptionally, even in those models which previously had battery problems. Fuelling these outcomes are the six benefits of using sodiumion power for a hybrid battery. First of all, this technology is a cost-effective replacement for traditional batteries, as it only requires swapping out the modules, with the previous battery case able to be used again. Then there is the weight advantage, with this advanced battery technology weighing approximately half of the roughly 80lbs taken up by a standard NiMH battery. The third benefit of NexPower’s sodium-ion battery modules is that they deliver an average peak power of 300A – around twice that provided by a standard NiMH battery – leading to a demonstrable increase in power from right out of the box. Moreover, not only is there no sacrifice in fuel performance, but this solution actually offers an enhanced fuel economy, something that can be attributed to this hybrid battery maintaining the optimal voltage to encourage the vehicle’s built-in computer to use its electric power setting. With petrol and diesel vehicles fading and electric vehicles still suffering with some teething issues, hybrids have become increasingly popular over the last decade or so. Whilst they offer the best of both worlds, one complaint people have with hybrids is their batteries, which often underperform. Following more than ten years of research, NexPower Energy Inc. is proud to present the solution to aged, failing, nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. CEO Jack Chiou was on hand for more. Hybrid Battery Technology Innovator of the Year 2025 – California
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