SUMMARY
- The two companies will work to develop Class 2-5 electric work trucks, beginning with a class 2b delivery van.
- Initial proofs of concept will be available in the first half of 2023.
JB Poindexter & Co (JBPCO) Business Unit EAVX announced in November that it has entered a partnership with all-electric commercial OEM vehicle manufacturer VIA Motors to develop a fully electric class 2b delivery van.
The initial proofs of concept will be available in the first half of 2023, as the companies will work to develop class 2-5 electric work trucks. This new vehicle will be designed and prototyped by EAVX, featuring VIA’s VDRIVE technology with the body to be manufactured by JBPCO Business Unit Morgan Olson.
“VIA Motors is working to change last and mid-mile delivery with functional, reliable, and durable electric work trucks that are preferred by drivers and have an attractive total cost of ownership,” said Bob Purcell, CEO. “By pairing VIA’s industry-leading VDRIVE skateboard and EAVX’s innovative, walk-in van concept, we view this as the perfect partnership as we strive to develop technology that delivers a smooth, quiet and ergonomically pleasing experience for drivers.”
“Since the beginning, we’ve worked to be at the forefront of the industry by collaborating with fellow leaders like VIA,” said EAVX COO and GM Mark Hope. “This partnership is another critical way in which we are transforming the world’s largest fleets for a more sustainable future.”
Together, the two companies will jointly develop Class 2-5 electric work trucks utilizing VIA’s fully customizable electric “skateboard” (low floor) platform, with an initial focus on a Class 2b product. VIA’s VDRIVE skateboard delivers a range of features, including a 3-in-1 drive system, the ability to accommodate multiple battery sizes, high cargo-volume efficiency, a driver-forward design that enhances driver view, and industry-leading turn radius and maneuverability.
EV EDITION:
Ideanomics relations with via motors : VIA Motors is in a pending transaction with Ideanomics, a global group with a mission to accelerate the commercial adoption of electric vehicles. Once it becomes part of Ideanomics, VIA can offer a total package that makes it easy for fleets to transition to electric drive — vehicles, charging infrastructure and financing. | SOURCE |
Also in a recent post on twitter dated DECEMBER 1ST, 2022 VIA MOTORS said : “We remain committed to joining the ideanomics family and working together to get VIA vehicles into the hands of customers faster.”
Fully Electric Light Commercial Vehicles, Class 2-5
The vehicle has a variety of cab and body configurations with customizable range, cargo volume, telematics, and more. Which gives the consumer the exact fleet to their needs.
VEHICLE SPECS |
Class
Light Commercial Vehicle (Class 3)
Payload
Up to 6,900 lbs. (Not including box or attachments and may change)
Drive
100% Electric – AWD
Range
Up to 114 miles***
Battery Size
82 kWh, 400 Volt
Power
178 kW peak 122 kW continuous
Torque
8,452 Nm peak motor axle torque (AWD)
AC Charging
Up to 114 miles range in under 14 hours charging, via 7.7 kW @240v
DC Charging
- Up to 114 miles range in 45 minutes charging, via 82 kW
- 43 minutes will give the customer 80% of the useable charge
FEATURES
- Smooth & quiet driving, with reduced noise pollution
- Accommodates a variety of box configurations
- Smart display with customizable apps
- Regenerative braking for maximum energy recovery
- Integrated powertrain/cab thermal management
- Neighborhood friendly
- Fleet management and telematics system
- Zero greenhouse gas emissions
About VIA Motors
VIA Motors offers a full portfolio of electric work trucks from classes 2-5 with a variety of configurations. From box trucks and cutaways to stake trucks and walk-in vans, VIA provides tailored electric solutions for fleets that meet their needs at costs they can afford.
VIA Motors HQ and Technical Center (PRNewsfoto/VIA Motors)
VIA is a leading electric commercial vehicle company with proven advanced electric drive technology, delivering sustainable mobility solutions for a more livable world. VIA designs, manufactures, and markets electric commercial vehicles, with superior life-cycle economics, for use across a broad cross-section of the global fleet customer base. VIA’s vehicles are optimized for each fleet’s needs, with intelligent software packages and fleet monitoring systems that are designed to reduce cost and improve operating efficiencies. VIA is a systems-driven company and strives to optimize the total fleet experience including energy, maintenance, uptime, route mapping and more, with reduced development time, improved quality, driving comfort, energy efficiency and connectivity. VIA Motors is in a pending transaction with Ideanomics(Nasdaq: IDEX), a global group with a mission to accelerate the commercial adoption of electric vehicles. Once it becomes part of Ideanomics, VIA can offer a total package that makes it easy for fleets to transition to electric drive vehicles, charging infrastructure and financing. https://www.viamotors.com
