The commercial-vehicle subsidiary of the Chinese state-owned group SAIC Maxus continues to push ahead and has now presented its new electric distribution truck eDeliver 75 for the United Kingdom. The vehicle formally replaces the 2023-presented EH300, is expected to soon also reach the continental European market and would then supplement the now-wide portfolio of light commercial vehicles. This ranges from the light eDeliver 3, via the new eDeliver 5 and 7, to the eDeliver 9 as a classic 3.5-tonner. In addition, three pickups are in the program: the fully electric T90EV as well as eTerron9 and the new diesel pickup T60 Max. As with models of the SAIC brand, the eDeliver 75 also comes with a five-year warranty on the vehicle and eight years on the battery. Delivery in the UK is to begin in October, with the first vehicles rolling out to customers in December, accompanied by preparations for the dealer network.
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The electric distribution truck features, reportedly robust, a 120 kWh LFP battery (EH300 128 kWh), a 120 kW DC fast-charging function, a WLTP range increased by 40 kilometers to 250 km
(155 miles) compared with the predecessor, and two wheelbase options (LWB 4,500 mm) on the British market. As usual, the mirrorless model measures 2.15 meters wide and nearly eight meters long, with front- and rear-leaf-sprung suspension (max. 8.33 m with body). It is expected to be well equipped and to feature a spacious and modern cabin. Standard features include cruise control, a heated multifunction steering wheel, keyless start and Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) function for outdoor use with up to 6.6 kW. Propulsion is provided by a 150 kW electric motor on the rear axle (EH 300 110 kW), delivering up to 440 Nm of maximum torque.
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The 120 kW charging power is intended to ensure a charging window from 20 to 80 percent within 30 minutes, which simultaneously increases fleet utilization and reduces dwell times. In addition to the 11 kW AC standard charger, there is a practical 22 kW AC charger, which shortens the charging time from 11 to 6.8 hours to reach 100 percent. The payload of 4,590 kilograms (EH300 4.3 t) for the empty three-tonne chassis is high and perhaps even
above diesel levels, especially for an all-electric model. In addition, there is a respectable towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes and high axle-load reserves of 3 tonnes at the front and 6 tonnes at the rear. The turning circle at 13.8 meters is also good, i.e., compact.
Comprehensive safety features
As a GSR II-compliant (General Safety Regulation) vehicle, the e-distribution truck features a wide range of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), some of which go beyond statutory requirements. These include lane departure warning and active lane-keeping, front collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot and rear-cross-traffic warning, fatigue detection and preparation for an alcohol interlock. Other safety features include traffic-sign recognition, driver and passenger airbags, as well as a 360-degree camera system, which is integrated via a 12.3-inch infotainment display with rear parking sensors and supports DAB radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
“The market launch is not only a decisive moment for MAXUS UK but also for the future of emissions-free logistics at a national level. This is more than just a new truck; it is a bold statement of intent. With its class-leading range, fast charging capability
and outstanding payload efficiency, the eDELIVER 75 redefines what operators can expect from an electric 7.5-tonner,” says Brian Patterson, Managing Director of the Harris Group.
Ross Davies, MAXUS UK's Sales Director, sees the E-Distribution Truck as "an agile, versatile, safe and comfortable truck for all requirements in mid- and end-to-end distribution and delivery. The chassis design should also predispose it for the integration of bodies and equip it for special applications. As the charging infrastructure remains a limiting factor for the introduction of electric trucks, the manufacturer has developed a provider-neutral approach to depot charging solutions. This is based on the brand's long-standing experience electrifying vans, accumulated with large fleets in Great Britain. The approach is neutral with regard to charging hardware, software and operators.
"All of our key customers for electric delivery vans have invested in an AC charging infrastructure that is ideal for the 7.5-ton operation, which largely takes place during the day and where the trucks are parked at their home depots overnight. For larger fleet operators who require faster turnaround times, we can very quickly connect them with providers of DC charging infrastructure," Davies
