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As one of Japan's most successful automakers, Mitsubishi has been producing a variety of high quality vehicles for over 35 years. While other Japanese brands are recognized more for efficiency and affordability, Mitsubishi is well-known for bringing a more stylistic approach into the car parts and cars themselves. The first Mitsubishi automobile to make an appearance was the Model A, which premiered in 1917 and holds the distinction of being Japan's first passenger car. However, before Mitsubishi could capitalize on the Model A, the company's resources were moved towards providing transportation and supplies for Japan during WWII. It wasn't until 1960 when the brand would fully recover and offer the Mitsubishi 500, a compact sedan. Joining the 500 were the 360 Pickup truck and the 360 Van. 1970 saw the first Mitsubishi model (the Colt) arrive on American soil.

Chrysler purchased a 15 percent share in Mitsubishi shortly after the Japanese manufacturer premiered in the US. The Colt was offered as a Dodge rather than a Mitsubishi model due to the relative uneasiness and lack of awareness the Mitsubishi name enjoyed. This would be the case for basically the entire decade. The Colt Galant, which premiered in 1969, would wind up becoming one of the most important Mitsubishi vehicles in the history of the company. In 1970, the Galant took on a more American muscle-car flavor called the GTO. Also appearing during this time was the Lancer, a peppy sedan available in a variety of body styles. Mitsubishi stayed successful and by the end of the 70s, the Japanese automaker was averaging over a million cars per year in production. By 1982, the brand was finally able to market vehicles in the US under the Mitsubishi name. The first model was the Tredia, a compact four-door sedan with front-wheel drive. Right on its heels were the Cordia and Starion, two other compacts with the Starion boasting a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Mirage, which first appeared in 1978, also assisted in helping Mitsubishi make its case as a serious foreign competitor.

As the 90s came into view, Mitsubishi began to announce its presence even more. One of the cars largely responsible for Mitsubishi's newfound popularity was the Eclipse. The Eclipse rolled off the line in 1990 as a four-cylinder sports coupe and has since grown into one of the most respected models on the roster. Also on hand was the Mitsubishi 3000GT, which also premiered in 1990. Similar to the Eclipse, the GT (or GTO) featured sportier, more aggressive parts than most traditional Japanese car companies were willing to produce and could be had at a more reasonable cost than its Western European competitors. As the 2000s approached, Mitsubishi spread its influence further with the success of the compact crossover Outlander, the sleek Lancer Evo (Evolution), and the Montero Sport, the brand's midsize SUV entrant.

Mitsubishi has withstood the test of time and it's not by accident. Always in the game, Mitsubishi has shown what it takes to build a core legion of loyal drivers who appreciate precision as much as performance. Each model has its very own key-points that allow their sense of individuality rarely found by other manufacturers. Mitsubishi vehicles are desired and respected for their style, efficiency, and reliability. When it's your ride we're talking about, choosing the right Mitsubishi accessories and parts that bring out your influence is what it's all about!

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Mitsubishi News
Close-up at the Mitsubishi’s New Engine Technologies
  • Mitsubishi MIVEC Engine
  • 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Front Angle View
  • 2011Mitsubishi Lancer Sedan Front Angle View
  • 2010 Mitsibishi Lancer Sportback Front Angle View

This Thursday, Mitsubishi Motors Corp. announced introduction of two new technologies, a new engine and an enhanced version of the Auto Stop & Go technology, which will boost efficiency in the Lancer and Outlander Sport lineup by 12%.

The new engine, which dubs the 4J10 MIVEC and replaces the 4B10, will come with the next-generation variable valve timing, which will reduce piston friction and enhance combustion stability. The engine in fact combines Mitsubishi’s two existing valve-timing systems into one. When combined with the improved idle-stop system, the new engine delivers a 12% improvement in fuel efficiency compared to the previous engines.

Both technologies will be introduced on the Outlander Sport crossover, on the Lancer Sportback and Lancer sedan. The improvements will first become available on 1.8-L engine and only in Japan before heading overseas. It is yet unclear whether they'll reach the USA, where the company offers only 2.0- and 2.4-L engines in Lancer and Outlander Sport. Trying to meet rigorous emissions standards, Mitsubishi aims to improve the fleet's efficiency 25% by 2015.

Mitsubishi Opened Solar-Powered Vehicle Charging Station
  • Mitsubishi Solar-Powered Charging Station
  • Mitsubishi I-MiEV Fast Charging
  • Green I-MiEV Charging
  • 2012 Mitsubishi I-Miev Side View

Yesterday Mitsubishi finalized one of its major projects, which demonstrates the company's readiness to electric vehicle production. A solar-powered vehicle station is now ready to charge the electric vehicles. It is the first and currently the only one station of such type in Cypress, California. This project is a joint work of Mitsubishi Motors and Mitsubishi Electric. Depending on the voltage required, a driver is welcome to choose among three types of chargers. Using the standard level charger with 110 will take 22 hours to charge a vehicle for 100%. The charger of the second level with 220 v requires only six hours. Also this charging station is equipped with sCHAdeMO Quick Charger. A driver will spend only 25-30 minutes for charging procedure.

"This project will build awareness of solar power's versatility and efficiency," said Katsuya Takamiya, president and chief executive officer, Mitsubishi Electric & Electronics USA. "As electric vehicles' popularity grows, we expect to see more charging stations at large employers, automobile dealerships, shopping centers and schools, where cars can charge while people work, shop or study."

Step by Step Mitsubishi proves the company has strong commitment to green technologies. Under the global plans of the company, about eight battery-powered, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles will be unveiled by 2015. Two out of eight cars are on their way to the U.S. In the first quarter of 2012 the Japanese automaker is going to deliver its i-MiEVs, while in 2013 the automotive market will meet the Outlander Sport plug-in hybrid.

Mitsubishi in the Guinness Book of Records
  • Mitsubishi Sets Guinness World Record
  • 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
  • 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SUV
  • 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport Crossover

Mitsubishi has got a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records with an extraordinary online campaign for its 2011 Outlander Sport.

It was the Live Drive event that allowed the Japanese automaker to earn the prestigious award. During November 1-10, 2010, visitors to OulanderSport.com participated in the world’s first virtual test drive using their keyboards to control the Outlander Sport in real time. As a result, the crossover was driven 91 miles around the course in Southern California and that was enough to earn Mitsubishi an actual world record for the "Farthest Drive by an Online Controlled Vehicle in 24 Hours."

According to a press release from the Massachusetts dealer Quirk Mitsubishi, the innovative online promotion provoked high demand for the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, which in its turn contributed to the company’s sales success (year-over-year growth of 47% in November, 2010).

Mitsubishi have officially thanked everyone (nearly 5,000 people from all 50 states) who helped them set the record, even those 38 drivers who spent the entire time doing donuts.

Mitsubishi Planning New Models for the U.S.
  • Mitsubishi Outlander
  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder
  • Mitsubishi Eclipse
  • Mitsubishi Galant
  • Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

According to Automotive News, Mitsubishi is planning to launch production of several new models at its Illinois facility within two years.

The Japanese automaker has experienced significant market position downfall over the past few years. Shifting the production of several popular models to the US plant, Mitsubishi intends to get rid of the outsider badge and win back its market share in America. Automotive News reports that the vehicles set to move to Illinois plant will be based on the Lancer and Outlander/Outlander Sport platforms.

As of today, Mitsu’s Illinois-based factory builds the Galant sedan, Eclipse coupe, Eclipse Spyder and Endeavor crossover. There have been no word on when the production of new vehicles would begin. More information is likely to be revealed in the Mitsubishi’s mid-term global business plan, which is expected to be published upcoming weeks.

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