Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) |
1. History |
Mitsubishi Motors is collaborating with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to develop methanol reformer FCVs since we believe these environmental-friendly vehicles will become future key to address environmental issues (emissions and fuel economy) and energy security. In the fiscal year 2001, test vehicles underwent driving assessments. This research is not limited to FCVs, but also the development of key technologies like common motors and batteries for EVs and HEVs is on-going.
2. FCV Production based on Alliance with DaimlerChrysler |
An FCV based on the Grandis is produced under the Mitsubishi brand. This FCV production brings about maximum benefit from the DC Alliance by introducing DC's newest fuel cell system (including Ballard Corporation' fuel cell stack).
In the future, a succession of demonstration tests will be conducted based on real-world, in-use conditions and fundamental data regarding performance, environmental characteristics and safety will be collected through fleet tests to build up Mitsubishi's FCV technology base and take the first step towards commercialization.
In addition, select portions of the test information will timely be made public via the vehicle homepage of this website.
In the future, a succession of demonstration tests will be conducted based on real-world, in-use conditions and fundamental data regarding performance, environmental characteristics and safety will be collected through fleet tests to build up Mitsubishi's FCV technology base and take the first step towards commercialization.
In addition, select portions of the test information will timely be made public via the vehicle homepage of this website.
[Mitsubishi FCV] Specifications |
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[Mitsubishi FCV] Installed components |
3. The "Mitsubishi FCV" that previously participated in JHFC (Japan Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Demonstration Project) |
As initiated by the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI), the Mitsubishi FCV received ministerial certification from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MLIT) in order to participate in the JHFC Project in the 2003 fiscal year.
Upon participation in the JHFC Project, the three companies, Mitsubishi, DC, and DC Japan will investigate fleet test requirements with the intention of reaching mutual agreement on FCV repair, maintenance, inspection, and equipment as well as set up joint workshops at Mitsubishi Automotive Techno Service (MATS: Tokyo, Shinagawa Ward).
Upon participation in the JHFC Project, the three companies, Mitsubishi, DC, and DC Japan will investigate fleet test requirements with the intention of reaching mutual agreement on FCV repair, maintenance, inspection, and equipment as well as set up joint workshops at Mitsubishi Automotive Techno Service (MATS: Tokyo, Shinagawa Ward).