A few days ago we talked about how UK police would use the all-electric Mitsubishi i-MiEV for their non-emergency patrolling. But it seems this bantam hatchback has yet another mode of utilization, and this time I daresay it is more practical and conscientious. In the aftermath of the natural calamity that had struck Japan, there have been bouts of unavailability of electricity. In a bid to somewhat rectify the situation, Mitsubishi is all set to introduce their unique device, which allows i-MiEV owners to power their home electrical appliances using their electric vehicle’s battery.The commercial unveiling of such a device was always on the cards, but in view of the recent catastrophe faced by Japan, the company is releasing the product a year earlier than initially planned. According to Mitsubishi, the 16 kilowatt-hour battery pack can supply uninterrupted power to an average Japanese household for almost one and a half days. The device will incorporate a 100-volt AC outlet capable of delivering up to 15 amps, which would be more than enough to power relatively large appliances, such as washing machines.
But it should be duly noted that this contraption is specifically devised to be used in case of emergencies (when there is non-availability of electricity for long periods from the conventional grid). But surely, who can deny the novelty of acquiring clean, green and precious electricity during such adverse phases, and that too from one’s very own electric vehicle?
Via: AutoBlog
