All-electric truck takes centerstage at Foton’s Big Show 2023
With electrified vehicles grabbing the headlines and fast becoming the talk of the town, it should be no surprise that commercial vehicles would soon follow suit.
Foton Motor Philippines/United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) fully intends to be at the forefront of electrified commercial vehicles as it puts the spotlight on the groundbreaking new Foton Tornado 3.6 EV electric truck at the Foton’s Big Show 2023, which runs from February 10-12 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.
After eight years, Foton’s Big Show is back and bigger than ever! In celebration of its 16th anniversary in the Philippine market, Foton Motor Philippines is showcasing no less than 33 different commercial vehicles, including the first-ever all-electric light-duty truck in the country: the Tornado 3.6 EV. It will be joined by two other major unveilings—the 16-seater Foton Traveller 2.0 and the Foton Harabas 1.9 Miler.
“Foton Motor Philippines has always strived to be at the forefront of mobility solutions. We were the first Chinese automotive brand to break into the Top 10 in the Philippine market—way before other Chinese brands even entered the country. And now, we’re about to roll out yet another gamechanger in the Foton Tornado 3.6 EV,” said Foton Philippines General Manager Levy Santos.
Like the latest electric vehicles, the Foton Tornado 3.6 EV 4x2 utilizes a permanent magnet synchronous motor with peak outputs of 154 horsepower and 300 Newton-meters of torque, enough to accelerate the electric truck from zero to 50 km/h in just 9 seconds and reach a top speed of 90 km/h. Driving range on a full charge is 208 kilometers (using the global WLTP standards) while charging may be done via AC or DC charger (2-4 hours on AC and 12 hours on DC from 20% to 100% charge).
The braking system is traditional hydraulic for ease of maintenance and repairs. The truck’s gradeability—the steepest hill a truck can climb using maximum torque at the lowest gear—is an impressive 20 percent.
The Foton Tornado 3.6 EV has a GVW of 6,000 kilograms with a load mass of 3,600 kilograms and a curb weight of 2,400 kilograms. It measures 5,960 x 1.925 x 2,260 mm on a 3,360 mm wheelbase.
Comfort, convenience, and safety features include ABS, EBD, an airconditioning system, multimedia (MP3/Aux/USB) audio system, adjustable steering wheel, power windows, central locking with remote key, reverse sensor, among many others.
“We’re doubly excited that this state-of-the-art all-electric truck will be making its debut at Foton’s Big Show, which has always been a favorite event of truck enthusiasts and users alike, generating record orders from small to large business entrepreneurs year in and year out,” Santos added.
Foton’s new GM, who has been a veteran executive with the company, also described the aim of the brand to shift Filipino businesses to achieving a zero-cost strategy on fuel, more efficient logistics, reduced operating costs, increased environmental awareness, while enjoying accessible charging opportunities and excellent aftersales services.
Building on its strengths year on year for the last 16 years and counting, Foton Motor Philippines has established itself as one of the bestselling automotive brands in the country and a leader in the commercial vehicle industry. Its line-up of passenger vehicles, modern public transport, light-, medium-, heavy-duty trucks, and heavy equipment has helped them forge partnerships with huge local, regional, and multinational companies like J&T Express, Shopee Philippines, YTO Express, Coca-Cola, Arrow Go Express, GoGo Xpress, San Jose Del Monte Transport Cooperative, and even the Province of Pampanga.
Visitors to Foton’s Big Show 2023 may register online via this form or on the Foton PH app to take home exclusive Foton merchandise. Foton’s Big Show 2023 runs from February 10 to 12 at the World Trade Center in Pasay City. Gates open at 10 AM.