Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), DAIHATSU MOTOR CO., LTD. (Daihatsu), and Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) have decided to aim for the release of their mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) respectively in fiscal 2025.
This mini-commercial van BEV, jointly developed by Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota, combines Suzuki and Daihatsu’s expertise in creating small-size cars with Toyota’s electrification technology. It is equipped with a BEV system specifically designed for mini-commercial vehicles, ensuring an eco-friendly, efficient solution for businesses. Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation also contributed to the planning, focusing on optimizing the vehicle’s specifications for last-mile logistics. The result is a versatile, cost-effective electric vehicle aimed at meeting the growing demand for sustainable urban transportation solutions.
The three companies, Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota, are committed to driving the initiative forward to achieve carbon neutrality. This will be done through the supply of mini-commercial van BEVs that can meet customers’ needs in the delivery industry by providing practical and sustainable means of transportation. By leveraging their collective expertise in vehicle design, electrification, and technology, the companies aim to create solutions that reduce emissions, lower operational costs, and improve efficiency in last-mile delivery. This partnership is a significant step toward a greener, more sustainable future for commercial transportation.