Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), the world’s largest technology manufacturer, revealed two new reference electric vehicles at the fifth annual Hon Hai Tech Day (HHTD), extending its automotive range with the MODEL D, a lifestyle multipurpose utility vehicle, and the MODEL U, a midi-sized electric bus.
At the same time, Foxtron, automotive arm of Foxconn, also showcased the first variant of the MODEL C for automotive OEM customers interested in the North American market.
“The latest models join a terrific line-up of EVs displaying our range and maturity in automotive development,” said Young Liu, Chairman of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn). “The EVs going to market with our B2B customers are standing up to real tests in automotive endurance, safety and reliability.”
MODEL D is Lifestyle Multipurpose Utility Vehicle
The MODEL D is based on the design concept of LMUV (Lifestyle Multipurpose Utility Vehicle) and combines the advantages found in SUV and MPV segments. It is a multi-functional hybrid model and adopts Foxconn’s latest generation platform technology. The MODEL D is 5.2 meters long and has a wheelbase of 3.2 meters, providing a spacious and comfortable seating space. It is equipped with a pneumatic suspension system to improve driving stability. The active suspension allows the height to be adjusted by 15 mm to 25 mm.
The body design incorporates S-ducts and air curtains specially designed to reduce wind resistance, bringing the drag coefficient to a low 0.23. The MODEL D’s styling design was jointly developed with renowned Italian design house Pininfarina SpA, infusing a sense of harmony to the family of electric vehicles that have been a collaborative work of the Italian and Taiwanese bellwethers.
Foxconn says the Model D will achieve a range of more than 410 miles on the WLTP test cycle and that it will do so using a 100-120kWh lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery.
MODEL U
The MODEL U, a new, midi-sized electric bus, continues the innovative design language of the award-winning MODEL T full-sized electric bus launched by Foxconn in 2021. Specially designed for narrow urban lanes and remote areas, the MODEL U’s clean and simple appearance with large windows also emphasizes flexibility and multi-functionality.
The body size is moderate, and the internal space can be configured according to needs. Its advanced electronic control system and ADAS system make the driving experience safer and more comfortable. At the same time, the car body structure and aerodynamic design are optimized to achieve longer endurance.