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Mitsubishi, Toyota prepare for electrifying Pikes Peak Hill Climb

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Khatir Soltani
The world-famous Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (June 25-30, 2013) will once again feature electric cars.

Mitsubishi will return with a pair of MiEV Evolution II prototypes after finishing second in its class in 2012 with two-time Dakar champion Hiroshi Masuoka behind the wheel. Masuoka and Greg Tracy, a six-time Pikes Peak overall motorcycle champion, will be the drivers this year.

Meanwhile, Toyota will try to defend its title with the TMG EV P002, whose 400 kW motor allows a top speed of 230 km/h. New Zealand's Rod Millen, 61, will drive the car – one week after participating in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Toyota TMG EV P002
Photo: Toyota

Mitsubishi MiEV Evolution II
Photo: Mitsubishi


Khatir Soltani
Khatir Soltani
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