Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota will show off prototype mini-commercial vans powered by an all-electric powertrain co-developed by Toyota, Daihatsu, and Suzuki.
Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota electric vehicle
The public debut of the electric vehicle (EV) prototypes will take place at an exhibition highlighting the automotive industry’s efforts to achieve carbon neutrality.
The event, which will be held from May 18 to 21, will be organized by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) and will coincide with the G7 Hiroshima Summit.
Toyota’s electrification technology was used in the development of these prototypes, according to an official release, while Suzuki and Daihatsu contributed their expertise in creating small-size cars.
The production versions of the prototypes are known as the Suzuki Every, Daihatsu Hijet Cargo, and Toyota Pixis Van, according to the images provided.
In fiscal year 2023, each brand will release its own version of the vehicles, but only Daihatsu will manufacture them.
The Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) also provided feedback on the mini-commercial vans to ensure they met the highest standards for efficient last-mile logistics.
The expected cruising range per charge is around 200 kilometers. More work is being done to ensure that the vehicles meet the needs of customers in the delivery industry.
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