Johnson Controls' Lithium-ion batteries power Hybrid Range Rover

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Dec 18, 2014, 09:00 ET

MILWAUKEE, Dec. 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls, the world's leading manufacturer of automotive batteries, is supplying its advanced Lithium-ion batteries for the Hybrid Range Rover.

Production of the cells and complete battery systems is underway at Johnson Controls' manufacturing facility in Holland, Michigan.

Hybrid batteries are a part of the company's full-spectrum of energy storage solutions for vehicles to help automakers meet increasing regulations for fuel efficiency and emission reductions across their fleets.

"As the first company in the world to produce Lithium-ion batteries for mass production hybrid vehicles, we are excited to work with Jaguar Land Rover," said Lisa Bahash, vice president and general manager of the Original Equipment Group for Johnson Controls Power Solutions.

The Hybrid Range Rover vehicles are being made at Land Rover's advanced manufacturing center in Solihull, England.

For a picture of the advanced Li-ion hybrid battery pack, please visit our online media center.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Our 170,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to shareholders and making our customers successful. In 2014, Corporate Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the #12 company in its annual "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list. For additional information, please visit http://www.johnsoncontrols.com or follow @johnsoncontrols on Twitter.

About Johnson Controls Power Solutions

Johnson Controls Power Solutions is the world's largest manufacturer of automotive batteries, supplying approximately 140 million every year to automakers and aftermarket retailers. The company's full range of lead acid and Lithium-ion battery technology powers nearly every type of vehicle for our customers- including conventional, Start-Stop, Micro Hybrid, hybrid and electric. Johnson Controls' recycling system has helped make automotive batteries the most recycled consumer product in the world. Globally, 15,000 employees develop, manufacture, distribute and recycle batteries at more than 50 locations. For more information, please visit http://www.JohnsonControls.com/PowerSolutions or follow @JCI_BatteryBeat on Twitter.

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