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January 13, 2005
Posted By John Rizvi

Toyota Sued by Florida Manufacturer For Infringement of Electric Drive Patent

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A small manufacturer of electric drive motor technology based in Tarpon Springs, Florida, has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Toyota Motor Corporation in Tampa, Florida in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida according to a press release by Solomon Technologies, Inc.

 

The company contends that the gas-electric hybrid Prius and Highlander vehicles are infringing on its patents.

 

The company contends that the gas-electric hybrid Prius and Highlander vehicles are infringing on its U.S. Patent No. 5.067,932.
The patent was issued by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office on November 26, 1991.

 

The company alleges that the gas-electric hybrid Prius and Highlander vehicles are infringing on its patents and is seeking both injuctive relief and damages.

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