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iMiEV Mitsubishi Innovative Electric Vehicle

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In Eco (economy) the motor output is limited to about 45bhp reducing the current flow from the batteries and extending range. There is no whine from the motor like you get with most electric vehicles, and even the noise from wind and tires on the road is minimal. The biggest thing you notice about the car is how quite it is.

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Tennessee, Nissan and TVA forge a path for electric car | www.tennessean.com | The Tennessean

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It would then be offered for public use in 2012, said Brian Carolin, senior vice president for sales and marketing at Nissan North America Inc. Alternatives that would reduce pollution include nuclear energy and renewable sources, such as wind and solar power. Will TVA be ready when a glut of electric cars finally hits U.S.