The ACE Yewt is an electric light commercial vehicle (A-segment), produced by the ACE EV Group since 2021.
| ACE Yewt | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | ACE EV Group |
| Also called | ACE Cargo (pickup) |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Assembly | Australia: Adelaide, South Australia |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Light commercial vehicle (A-segment) |
| Body style | |
| Layout | All wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 325 V, Synchronized BLPM |
| Power output | 18 kW rated, 45 kW peak, 174 Nm |
| Transmission | Fixed reduction gear ratio |
| Battery | 23.2 or 40 kWh Li-NCM |
| Electric range | 23.3 kWh: 150–200 km (93.2–124.3 mi) when partially loaded |
| Plug-in charging | AC or DC via CCS |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,900 mm (153.5 in) |
| Width | 1,900 mm (74.8 in) |
| Height | 1,690–1,790 mm (66.5–70.5 in) |
| Kerb weight | 900 kg (1,984 lb) |
History
editTwo years after its foundation, the ACE EV Group introduced its future range of electric cars, including a small pickup truck called the ACE Yewt. Characterized by a curvilinear silhouette, the vehicle was developed with the use of an aluminum frame and lightweight plastics reinforced with carbon fiber.[1]
In addition to the Yewt, the ACE EV Group also introduced a panel van variant called the ACE Cargo.[2] The van was characterized by a high roof line, which suddenly lowered at the height of the two-person passenger compartment.
Both the Yewt and Cargo were delivered in October 2021[3] for production in Adelaide, South Australia, reaching local buyers in the following year.[1] The main targets are small entrepreneurs in large Australian metropolises.[4]
Specifications
editBoth the Yewt and Cargo offer a 23 kWh battery that provides a maximum speed of 100 km/h (62 mph), reach 50 km/h (31 mph) in 7 seconds, and travel a maximum of 150 to 200 kilometers on a single charge depending on the load and style.[5]
References
edit- ^ a b "ACE Yewt EV". 20 August 2019. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
- ^ "Will ACE-EV Reboot The Australian Car Industry With A $40,000 Electric Van?". 24 August 2020. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
- ^ "This Aussie company has affordable electric vans and utes available to order". Retrieved 2021-01-24.
- ^ "ACE Cargo". 8 August 2019. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
- ^ "Australian EV to kick-start local car making". Retrieved 2021-01-24.