Yoshiaki Nitta, Pioneer in "Nissan LEAF" Battery Development, Joins TeraWatt Technology as Technical Fellow

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TeraWatt Technology Inc. (Headquartered in California, USA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Yoshiaki Nitta as Technical Fellow.

Mr. Nitta is a seasoned expert who has been at the forefront of battery technology and electric vehicle development at companies such as Nissan Motor Corporation, Matsushita Electric Industrial (now Panasonic), and LG Japan Lab. During the development of the Nissan LEAF, he led a technical breakthrough to address battery life challenges, making a significant contribution to its successful mass production.

Mr. Nitta expressed his excitement about joining the company, stating:

"Joining TeraWatt Technology as a Technical Fellow is a tremendous opportunity. My experience spans leading roles in battery development and commercialization, including the Nissan LEAF project. I view TeraWatt's commitment to developing and manufacturing next-generation lithium-ion batteries as a vital step toward a more sustainable future, and I am excited to support its growth from both strategic and technical perspectives"

TeraWatt Technology founder CEO Ken Ogata, Ph.D .says:

"We are honored to welcome Mr. Nitta as a Technical Fellow at TeraWatt Technology. Mr. Nitta is a globally recognized authority in automotive battery technology, having played a pivotal role in overcoming key challenges and successfully commercializing the battery for the Nissan LEAF.

We are confident that his extensive technical expertise and strategic insight will greatly accelerate the development and manufacturing of our next-generation lithium-ion batteries, significantly enhancing the reliability and performance of our products. Together with Mr. Nitta, we will further advance our efforts toward realizing a sustainable society."

About TeraWatt Technology Inc.
TeraWatt Technology Inc. is a California-based company that produces lightweight, high-power, and safe next-generation lithium-ion batteries.

Company Overview
Headquarters Name: TeraWatt Technology Inc.
Representative: Co-founder and CEO Ken Ogata
Headquarters Location: 28 Geary St, Suite 650, San Francisco, CA 94108, United States
Founded: January 2020
Established: December 2019
URL: https://www.terawatt-technology.com/

SOURCE TeraWatt Technology Inc.