"12 February 2015:  2015 MITSUBISHI i MiEV: Building on the company's more than 35 years of involvement in advanced electric vehicle development, Mitsubishi Motors highlights the 100% electric-powered ""i MiEV"" at the 2015 Chicago Auto Show. The zero tailpipe emission ""i"" is the first North American production vehicle to be powered by Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle (MiEV) technology and single fixed reduction gearbox. This system replaces the conventional engine, transmission and fuel tank with a lithium-ion battery system, motor, inverter and other EV components. At a starting MSRP of $22,995, which drops down to only $15,495 after receiving the Fed tax credit of $7,500, the iMiEV becomes one of the cheapest all-electric cars offered in North America. The long wheelbase is a feature of the rear-midship layout, which provides space for high capacity lithium-ion batteries under the floor, a roomy four-passenger cabin and 13.0 cu. ft. luggage compartment in the rear. Its expanded standard equipment package includes a DC quick charge port, battery warming system and heated side view mirrors. For 2015, the i MiEV also features a groundbreaking three-way battery charging system that allows the vehicle to be charged using the onboard household charger through either 110V (15A) or 220V (15A) power sources or by a quick-charger system that utilizes a three-phase 220V power supply.<br /> <br /> First staged in 1901, the Chicago Auto Show is the largest auto show in North America and has been held more times than any other auto exposition on the continent. The 2015 show marks the 107th edition of the Chicago Auto Show. It has been  presented by the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) since 1935.  It is held at McCormick Place, Chicago Illinois"
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