Mitsubishi motors highlights future plans at the 2011 New York International Auto Show
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is moving forward with a number of fascinating new product developments, many of which will be presented by newly-appointed company President and CEO, Yoichi Yokozawa, at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS).
Among the new conventional gasoline-powered and next-generation electric vehicle-related avenues are:
2012 Mitsubishi i Pricing and Pre-Order
Mitsubishi will reveal the exceptionally attractive MSRP of the all-new Mitsubishi i electric vehicle, powered by Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle (MiEV) technology, that will make it the least-expensive mass-market EV available in North America, plus details on how consumers can pre-order their own Mitsubishi i in advance beginning on Earth Day, April 22, 2011.
2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse Special Edition (SE)
Mitsubishi bids adieu to production of its iconic two-door sports car/convertible model, the Eclipse Coupe/Spyder, after the 2012 model year, sending it off in sensational style with available Special Edition (SE) versions of each configuration – a fitting tribute to the Eclipse Coupe's sporty character and the Eclipse Spyder's reputation as an everyman-priced, top-down grand touring machine.
Special Mitsubishi Eclipse Auction for Red Cross Japan Earthquake Relief
Mitsubishi is set to produce a very special, one-off vehicle for a charity fundraiser for the recent victims of the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan.
The company will be celebrating the 22-year-run of their legendary sports coupe/convertible by taking the final 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse unit that roles off of the assembly line at the Normal, Illinois, manufacturing plant, providing it with its own special features and auction it off as "The Last Eclipse" with 100% of the proceeds going to the Red Cross in its efforts to provide disaster relief to the Land of the Rising Sun.
To learn more about this very worthwhile cause and how to place a bid on this stunning, one-of-a-kind Mitsubishi Eclipse, visit Mitsubishi Motors' Facebook page beginning on May 27, 2011 atwww.facebook.com/mitsubishi.
Mitsubishi and NRG Energy EV Charging Stations in Texas
The Japanese auto manufacturer is teaming up with one of America's leading energy producers – NRG Energy – to open numerous convenient eVgo electric vehicle recharging stations throughout the state of Texas. By the end of this year, Mitsubishi i owners in the Dallas/Fort Worth and Houston areas will each have numerous fast, convenient and affordably-priced eVgo EV charging locations available for public use (75 in Dallas/Fort Worth and 50 in Houston), with more set to open throughout the Lone Star State in the years to follow.
About Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans and sport utility vehicles through a network of approximately 400 dealers. In November of 2011, MMNA will launch the battery electric Mitsubishi i as part of a corporate mission to offer consumers more environmentally responsible modes of transportation. This battery electric vehicle technology addresses the need for vehicles that produce zero tailpipe emissions and support a growing agenda for sustainability. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
