February 19, 2017

A123 Systems, LLC (“A123 Systems”), a developer and manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries and systems, today announced it has been awarded a contract to provide its latest nanophosphate® lithium-ion technology batteries for a General Motors (NYSE: GM) vehicle program in China.

A123 Systems will supply cells and modules for a 48-volt battery system to be used in a GM joint venture (JV) in China.

A123 Systems’ unique nanophosphate technology delivers safe, high power and long life, making it ideal for start-stop, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) applications.

“We are honored to be selected by GM as its battery cell and module supplier for this new program in China,” said Jason Forcier, A123 Systems’ Vice President and Managing Director, Asia Pacific. “Our advanced nanophosphate technology battery cells and modules will enable GM to meet the ever-increasing demand for fuel efficient vehicles in China. This latest win is a testament to A123 Systems’ leadership in advanced vehicle electrification solutions and our commitment to the Asia Pacific market.”

A123 Systems is a leading global provider of advanced vehicle electrification solutions. The Company offers a full suite of proprietary technologies designed to broaden the adoption of electrified vehicles by enabling advances in EV performance, range, cost and weight.

About A123 Systems

A123 Systems, LLC, (“A123 Systems”) produces advanced batteries and energy storage systems for transportation, electric grid and commercial applications. Backed by irreplaceable experience in battery technology, machine learning and artificial intelligence, A123 Systems’ solutions deliver safe, sustainable and differentiated results. The company is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit www.a123systems.com .

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