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Sept. 28, 2023

Grant scheme for new 'Heavy User' Prototype

Founder Theo de Jong on scalable production, new battery technologies, and the future direction of Frisian Motors.

Grant scheme for new 'Heavy User' Prototype

The aim of this project is to develop from 'scratch' a heavier duty prototype (work) vehicle - an electrically powered 'heavy use' E-UTV. This vehicle can be easily adapted by the user from a 2-seat vehicle with large cargo box, to a 4-seat vehicle with smaller cargo box. The electric 'heavy use' E-UTV should receive a European RDW type approval N1 category ("light commercial vehicles" up to 3,500 kg), clearly distinguishing it from the existing products of Frisian Motors BV. The intended carrying capacity - compared to Frisian Motors BV's existing vehicles - will more than double to about 1,000 kg and the battery power should double to 20 kWh. This will soon allow the vehicle to operate for a full working day without having to recharge in between. The electric 'heavy use' E-UTV will be so robust that it will be suitable for intensive use in the rental market. 

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