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Kia Launches New Hybrid - Forte LPI


Kia announces the Kia Forte LPI Hybrid. Kia's first commercialized hybrid electric vehicle. The vehicle will be equipped with a braking energy recovery system, 1.6 liter engine, and a 180v lithium ion polymer battery. Also included is a electric motor good for 20 PS. It also will qualify for listing as a Super Low Emissions Vehicle (SULEV).

Battery wars

Japan, often perceived as being discriminatory in its classification of imports, leading to charges of protectionism, is now under attack from a neighbor.

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