Tokyo, Aug 19, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), along with its German distributor Mitsubishi Motors Deutschland (MMD), is providing 2 new-generation electric vehicle (EV) i-MiEVs to Fraport AG, the owner of the Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe's major hubs in a major promotion for the vehicle.
The Frankfurt Airport, the 3rd largest airport in Europe and the largest in Germany, as part of its plan to incorporate eco-friendly vehicles into its fleet, has decided to incorporate EVs in its fleet. Currently, Frankfurt Airport operates about 3,000 vehicles. Moving forward, Fraport AG plans to increase the share of EV vehicles in its fleet to 20% by 2015 and by more than 60% from 2020 onwards. In parallel, a network of quick chargers will be implemented all through the airport.
During the hand-over ceremony on August 18th, Dr. Stefan Schulte, Deputy Chairman of Fraport AG said: "i-MiEV's evaluation at Frankfurt Airport marks a further milestone in Fraport's sustainability strategy. With respect to the reduction of CO2 emissions, electric mobility at Frankfurt airport ? along with the better energy efficiency of the terminals and other buildings ? is an essential starting point." He added: "Pure EVs with a range of up to 160km are ideal for use for short range airport traffic."
Currently involved in testing and promotional activities in New Zealand, the United States and across Europe, the new-generation EV i-MiEV was launched in Japan end of July starting with fleet & corporate customers. Individual customers will follow from April 2010.
About Mitsubishi Motors
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (TSE: 7211) was established in 1970 and is one of the few automobile companies in the world that produces a full line of automotive products ranging from 660-cc mini cars and passenger cars to commercial vehicles and heavy-duty trucks and buses. The company also operates consumer financing services and provides this to its customer base. For more information, please visit www.mitsubishi-motors.com .
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Aug 19, 2009
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