Mitsubishi’s MiEV Cargo "Car Technology of the Year"

Mitsubishi’s MiEV (Mitsubishi advanced electric automobile ) line of descent acquires deuce freshly materialisation concept cars – the PX-MiEV (PX stands for Plug-in hybrid crossover) and the i-MiEV CARGO. The CARGO particularly appears alike it will fill up an immediate need because emission-free delivery vehicles in the world’s most engorged cities and, not amazingly, though it’s classified as a concept, the company is currently accepting pre-orders as delivery in April 2010.

The hybrid-drive Mitsubishi Concept-PX MiEV uses two permanent magnet synchronous motors to drive the front and rear wheels in conjunction with a 1.6L DOHC MIVEC gasoline engine which can power the front wheels as well as work as a generator. The concept is able to automatically balance the hybrid drive combination to suit driving conditions and its smart control system (dubbed MiEV Operating System) "selects the optimum drive mode through integrated control of the EV components and the gasoline engine as well as controls optimum electrical charge and output in response to remaining battery energy through constant monitoring of the drive battery."
The result is impressive fuel economy "in excess of 50 km/liter" according to Mitsubishi, and to add to its versatility, a "power supply mode" enables battery power to be used for running supply domestic appliances or as an emergency power back-up in case of emergency.

Equally the advert advises, the i-MiEV CARGO accepts the i-MiEV front and adds together a foursquare rear to allow for extended carrying capacity which is configured to adapt to a miscellany of applies. The automobile trunk measures 1350 mm wide by 1180 mm deep and 1100 mm high and the floor is flat to alleviate at ease loading of gear.

There are 4 innovations:
1. Optimum packaging for EVs
The long wheelbase, a feature of rear-midship layout, provides space for high capacity lithium-ion batteries under the floor. “i MiEV” ensures ample cabin space for passengers(4-occupant capacity) and reasonable luggage compartment space in the rear.

2. High-capacity lithium-ion batteriesEV batteries must have high energy density, and the "i MiEV" utilizes high energy density lithium-ion batterie.

3. Small, highly efficient automobile

Highly efficient motor can be built smaller than gasoline engine, while still producing high torque at low revolutions.

4.Three-way battery charging system

“i MiEV” accepts three types of battery charging systems: The household charger system (100V,200V) for charging at home or a parking lot, and the quick-charger system for speedy charging.

The Mitsubishi Concept PX-MiEV also supports the Advanced Safety Vehicle 4 (ASV4) project being promoted by the Road Transport Bureau of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.