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Farizon Auto: Supervan should deliver better

The visually spectacular E-van from Geely's commercial vehicle subsidiary is officially unveiled. It is set to arrive in Europe soon. It remains to be seen whether it will fulfill the promise of a space- and energy-efficient, semi-autonomous high-tech transporter.

As a broadcasting van at the 19th Asian Games, the Farizon Supervan cut a fine figure. | Photo: Farizon Auto
As a broadcasting van at the 19th Asian Games, the Farizon Supervan cut a fine figure. | Photo: Farizon Auto
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von Johannes Reichel

The commercial vehicle subsidiary of the Chinese Geely Group, Farizon Auto, has now officially unveiled its Supervan model following various announcements. The electrically driven transporter is based on the Drive-by-Wire architecture GXA-M. This involves converting mechanical connections such as brakes and steering into signal interactions. The modular design is intended to enable the decoupling of the body and chassis, allowing for free adjustments of wheelbase, front and rear suspension as well as the flexible combination of drive, brakes, suspension, and steering depending on the application. For instance, the E-Van was used as a livestream vehicle during the 19th Asian Games to ensure seamless live broadcasting of the events.

Applications from Delivery Service to Ride-Hailing

Furthermore, there are numerous other applications envisioned, such as unmanned intelligent warehouses, as mother ships for delivery robots, as motorhomes, customized ride-hailing vehicles, or for urban logistics. The battery technology supports multiple power supply systems, including battery swapping and methanol range extenders, to ensure versatility in various scenarios, as advertised. The use of flat, non-modular traction batteries is not only aimed at maximizing cabin space but also improves battery safety and ensures a comfortable driving experience. Additionally, the vehicle can deliver a maximum output of 10 kW at 220V AC to external consumers.

The vehicle is expected to feature car-like active safety configurations specifically tailored to commercial vehicle scenarios, offering various intelligent driving assistance and safety functions. These include adaptive cruise control, city/highway pilot, fatigue monitoring, intelligent speed limiting, and 360-degree surround view. Additionally, the vehicle comes with intelligent and scheduled charging, app remote control, and a digital key that enhance user comfort and travel safety. These features can be continuously updated via over-the-air updates and increasingly enable autonomous driving functions in the digital cockpit. In terms of sustainability, the Supervan is to be produced as a "Zero Carbon Demonstration Vehicle" using eco-friendly and recycled materials. The design is also intended to ensure low air resistance and rolling resistance. The cargo volume is 12 cubic meters or more.

Translated automatically from German.
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