(1888PressRelease)
November 06, 2009 - Utilizing the long wheelbase from the gasoline-powered "i" rear-midship layout on which the i-MiEV is based, the high-capacity drive battery is installed under the floor, and the high-output high-efficiency power unit is mounted under the luggage area. Through this structure, the i-MiEV has plenty of range for daily driving while keeping the spacious interior of the "i" base vehicle.
The introduction of the MiEV OS (MiEV Operating System) *1 - an advanced integrated vehicle management system into which the company has poured its wealth of know-how gained from decades of electric vehicle (EV) research and development - has provided the kind of high performance and reliability that befits a new-generation EV. The i-MiEV garnered praise as the realization of the ultimate in environmental efficiency as it emits no CO2 while being driven*2.
*1Generic name for the integrated vehicle management system developed by Mitsubishi Motors for new-generation EVs.*2 CO2 generated from electric power plants is not included.
The MiEV OS was selected for the "Car Technology of the Year" award following reasons:
Integrated control technology for a mass-produced electric vehicle
3-way charging system for the lithium-ion drive battery
Development of the compact, lightweight, and high-efficiency motor
Please visit the Mitsubishi Motors Australia mwebsite for more information on the i-MiEV.
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