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Toyota announces approval of new battery
Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc. has announced the approval of a new lineup of lithium-ion batteries for use in its three- and four-wheel electric sit-down models.
This introduction makes Toyota the first manufacturer in the industry to obtain UL-E and UL-EE certification for the combination of lift truck and lithium-ion batteries on a sit-down counterbalanced forklift, according to a statement from the company.
Some of the benefits of lithium-ion batteries over traditional lead-acid batteries include lower maintenance costs, longer run times, increased performance, faster charging and less downtime.
Toyota’s latest lithium-ion battery offering is part of the company’s development plan for offering a wide variety of alternative energy solutions.
For more information, visit ToyotaForklift.com.
