According to The Green Car Web Site, Daihatsu admitted it was interested in the concept.

However, Toyota’s mini-car specialist admits there is a stumbling block to any progression in this area – namely that it would need to obtain the proper batteries.

The company’s president claimed that it is not efficient for Daihatsu to manufacture batters on its own, but if it can procure good batteries it may install them in its vehicles, depending on the battery quality.

By contrast, hybrid vehicles appear to be firmly off the manufacturer’s agenda with Minoura telling reporters that the company cannot equip its current mini vehicles with hybrid components as it would only add weight and not be eco-friendly as a whole.

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