New energy technologies being developed at Toyota.

Toyota Material Handling is exploring new energy technologies for its fork lift trucks such as Hybrid, Fuel Cell and Lithium-Ion.

Li-ion batteries provide a more effective way to store and supply electricity than traditional lead acid batteries, which often need 6 - 12 hours to recharge. Thanks to fast charging during breaks, Li-ion batteries significantly increase productivity by eliminating the need for battery change and saving precious time in a rapidly-moving environment. The fork lifts are therefore able to operate even longer to their full potential.