Singapore/ParisSeptember 21st, 2023 – FEST Auto Technology chose to officially launch its first E-BOX M electric van for the European market in France in October 2023. Starting with this first van, Singapore-based mobility company FEST aims to become a leader in green and integrated transport solutions. In addition to its range of electric light commercial vehicles, FEST will offer fleet and vehicle management tools for professionals leveraging artificial intelligence via a digital platform. At start of sales, the new mobility company will be ready to immediately deliver the first vehicles to French customers through an already established and further growing network of sales and service partners in urban areas across the country.
E-BOX M is the urban sherpa par excellence. Compact with its length of 4.5 m, it nevertheless offers a large cargo volume of 4.7m³ and more than a ton (1045 kg exactly) of payload. In terms of electric performance, E-Box M boasts a combined WLTP range of 270 km and a fast charging time of 45 minutes (20–80%) – the time it takes for a lunch break. Its standard infotainment system and practical, climate-controlled interior complete the offer. Furthermore, its distinctive and attractive design, based on a 100%electric architecture, makes it a van perfectly fit for high-traffic environments. This commercial vehicle is adapted to the requirements and challenges of small and large companies, especially those working in last-mile logistic who need to tackle high running costs and reduce significant environmental impacts.
Tom Anliker, Global Chief Operations Officer at FEST, said the choice of France responds perfectly to these challenges: "We have chosen France to be our lead market in Europe given its rapidly developing charging infrastructure and its ambition to massively reduce CO2emissions of commercial vehicles in city centers in the very near future. FEST's ultimate vision and commitment is to transform urban mobility. We want to be atthe forefront of digitization and deliver vehicles and services that evolve with our customers over time."
The fully electric E-BoxM offers craftsmen, delivery services, large companies or communities an ideal zero-emission tool to comply with upcoming regulations and mitigate the daily inconveniences of their drivers. The complete FEST portfolio of vehicles and services aims to improve operational efficiency and optimize the total cost of companies' investment in the decarbonization of their fleet.
Founded in 2019 and based in dynamic technology hot spot Singapore, FEST Auto Technology is an EV technology specialist andmanufactures electric light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs). The E-Box M, thefirst model in a complete range under development, is initially produced on acontract basis at a production plant dedicated exclusively to electric vehiclesin China. At the same time, FEST is developing digital solutions for fleet andintegrated vehicle management leveraging artificial intelligence, thusproposing a global offer.
FEST Auto Technology simultaneously starts its activities in Europe, Latin America and the Middle East. This is a starting point in FEST's ambition to transform urban mobility and contribute to the energy transition.
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