A123 To Supply Mavizen, TTXGP

The electric motorcycle scene is growing at a rapid pace, and there
are even racing series now designed exclusively for electric
bikes.
While the technology is moving forward quickly, it may have just
taken a giant leap forward. A123 Systems, a major manufacturer of
lithium ion batteries, has announced that it will be supplying
British electric motorcycle company Mavizen with the latest
advancement - lithium ion nanophosphate AMP20 prismatic pouch
cells.
All electric vehicles need a battery, but securing these parts on a
mass scale can be tricky. The vast majority of EV manufacturers
turn to China for their batteries, according to Wired. A123
Systems, located in Massachusetts, represents a major step-up for
the industry.
While Mavizen will use the parts in the vehicles, the good news for
racing fans is that TTXGP, the all-electric racing series, already
has a deal in place with Mavizen. That means the race bikes will
also be using the advanced technology, which should lead to a
stronger quality of competition.
"This is great for Mavizen, but more importantly it's great for our
sport because we've got a tier-one supplier committed to our
sport," said Azhar Hussein, founder of both Mavizen and TTXGP.