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Mitsubishi CT MIEV Concept Photos

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Mitsubishi CT MIEV Concept Photo Gallery: 2006 Chicago Auto Show
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Mitsubishi CT MIEV Concept Photo Gallery: 2006 Chicago Auto Show

The future of Mitsubishi hybrid technology

By Editors of Motor Trend
Photography by the Manufacturer

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Mitsubishi hopes the future of hybrid technology resides in its CT MIEV concept vehicle, shown again at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show. The CT, a B-series vehicle artfully styled in California is a bold step ahead for Mitsu; both in the styling and the innovative MIEV drivetrain. The Mitsubishi In-wheel-motor Electric Vehicle (MIEV) program consists of one lightweight-aluminum electric motor mounted on the inside of each of the four 20inch wheels. A mid-mounted one-liter gasoline engine is used solely to make the electricity powering the in-wheel-motors: unlike other, more conventional hybrids, the gasoline engine never propels the car directly. The four electric motors combine to produce 140hp and, as they act independently of one-another, full-time all wheel drive. Ditching the transmission lets Mitsubishi mount the fuel tank beneath the driver for more interior space. The most appealing prospect of the Mitsubishi CT MIEV Concept is its flexibility. The gasoline engine could be replaced with any of the alternative fuel engines currently being investigated, including hydrogen.

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