iMiEV FAQ
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IF MY HOUSE REQUIRES REWIRING IN ORDER TO CHARGE, WHAT IS THE ANTICIPATED COST?
If your home is of contemporary construction, it is highly unlikely that the electrical system will require much (if any) upgrades. But if you live in an older
home, you might need to upgrade your circuit breaker and ancillary wiring. Each case is different, but after your home inspection, the experts at AeroVironment
and UPA will be able to provide answers to all of your questions. For more information or, better yet, to make an appointment, simply call AeroVironment at
866-732-3219 (https://evportal.evsolutions.com/imiev/signin.aspx) or Eaton’s contractor, UPA at 877-635-7046 (www.Eaton.com/Mitsubishi_EV).
IS THE 240V EVSE HOME CHARGING DOCK WEATHERPROOF?
Yes.
AM I REQUIRED TO PURCHASE YOUR PROPRIETARY EVSE HOME CHARGING SET UP?
If you decide to go with the recommended 240V EVSE home charging dock, we do recommend that you purchase a Mitsubishi-approved model.
We’re currently working with many different EVSE suppliers and over time, owners will have several different models and manufacturers of EVSE
chargers to choose from.
WHERE CAN I CHARGE THE MITSUBISHI I WHEN I’M AWAY FROM HOME?
For now, while public charging infrastructure is growing, you will likely do most of your charging at home. But the future looks bright. Public Level 3 quick-
charge stations, when available, will give you an 80% charge in as little as 30 minutes, maybe even less. There are charging locator apps available for
both smartphones and on the web to help you nd public charging stations.
ARE THERE SPECIAL EV RATE PLANS FROM MY UTILITY?
More and more utility companies are offering nancial incentives for EV owners. We suggest that you contact your electricity provider and ask about
specic plan options for EV drivers.
WILL MY ELECTRIC BILL GO UP IF I CHARGE MY MITSUBISHI I AT HOME?
Yes. Since the Mitsubishi i is a 100% electric vehicle, you pay at the plug. Not at the pump. But that’s where you save. In fact, after a series of independent
tests, the EPA determined that you can save up to $9,900 in fuel costs over ve years compared to the average new gasoline powered vehicle.
IS THERE A TIMER THAT ALLOWS YOU TO SET CHARGING START/STOP TIMES?
Yes, the Mitsubishi i comes standard with our RF wireless MiEV Remote System. This remote allows you to wirelessly interface with the car to set the
charging timer, pre-activate interior climate control (cool or hot), turn on the defroster, and view the state of charge of the battery. All from a distance.
HAS MITSUBISHI THOUGHT ABOUT ADDING ENERGY CHARGING SOLAR PANELS AS AN OPTION?
Possibly for next generation; however, at this time a solar panel is not available.
WHERE CAN I FIND A PUBLIC CHARGING STATION?
Your local utilities department may have up-to-date information. If not, you can consult local municipality websites for more information. There are EV
nder apps available for both smartphones and on the web to help you locate public charging stations.
ARE THERE DESIGNS FOR FUTURE, LONGER-RUNNING BATTERIES?
Lithium-ion battery technology is rapidly developing. We are at year one of mass-market electric vehicles and over the next decade the innovations
in battery technology are expected to provide an even greater driving range.
