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copsahl · 02-10-2013, 06:52 PM

The Prius uses NiMH, not lithium ion batteries. Toyota has a program to encourage extraction/reuse of the nickel in the batteries, but yes, lots and lots will end up buried.

02-10-2013, 06:52 PM	#37
copsahl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: St Paul, MN Posts: 59	The Prius uses NiMH, not lithium ion batteries. Toyota has a program to encourage extraction/reuse of the nickel in the batteries, but yes, lots and lots will end up buried.