Turkey's commercial vehicle brand Anadolu Isuzu, producing medium-size coaches, buses, and trucks, is now transferring its 40 years of experience in the commercial vehicle segment to the micro-mobility field. Anadolu Isuzu’s new electric vehicle Big·e, developed and produced entirely in Turkey with the company’s pioneering R&D and innovation power, has features that will change the definition of last kilometer transportation and make a difference, especially in big cities. The Big·e, which provides the interior volume and carrying capacity of a minivan, with a 100 percent high-performance, silent and zero-emissions electric engine, was introduced for the first time at the IAA Transportation fair.
The "micro giant" product of Anadolu Isuzu engineering
The Big·e, exhibited at Anadolu Isuzu stand in IAA Hannover Transportation, one the most prestigious commercial vehicle events in the world, attracted great interest from visitors as well as the press during the fair.
The Big.e represents a signature by Anadolu Isuzu addressing the future and reflecting the company’s know-how regarding logistics and transportation solutions. Filling in an important gap in the market with its mega features fitting in its microstructure, the Big·e will be produced in Anadolu Isuzu's facilities with smart factory features in Çayırova.
The Big·e will make a difference in its class with its high capacity, large interior volume and robust modular structure
Besides its innovative and environmentally friendly 100 percent electric engine as well as the compact structure, the Big·e, which can easily be used by everyone, has the characteristics of a solution responding to the "last kilometer" transportation needs of big cities, that have gained importance recently. The Big·e, which has been meticulously developed down to the last detail so as to best meet the contemporary requirements in the field of last kilometer transportation, is ready to shoulder the transportation loads of enterprises, from cargo companies to local distribution services of chain markets, in the most economical way with its unrivaled features. Big·e, which rivals the minivan class with its superior features and high maneuverability, will offer a significant advantage to businesses.
In addition to a volume of 4 cubic meters and a carrying capacity of up to 1000 kg, the Big·e offers a range of up to 150 kilometers with three different battery capacities
The Big·e, which meets the last kilometer transportation of enterprises from all sectors that make intensive deliveries and has advantageous features, will initially be offered in two different versions with maximum speeds of 60 km/h and 80 km/h. It also has the practicality and flexibility to be used safely in numerous services offered by municipalities.
Quick and easy charging from the wall socket like a mobile phone
One of the most important advantages of the Big·e is that it can be charged via the standard electric network, just like a mobile phone, by directly plugging it into the wall socket. While the full charge capacity is reached between 5 to 9 hours, this time can be reduced to 3 to 5 hours with additional charging equipment. It will also lead its segment with the advantages it offers in terms of the total cost of ownership.
Big·e will be available from 2024 and is expected to achieve great success in the market with its modern design, practical features as well as safe and cost-saving character.
In his speech at the press conference organized at the fair, Anadolu Isuzu General Manager Tuğrul Arıkan emphasized that the Big·e is one of the important breakthroughs in Anadolu Isuzu's company history. Underlining that Anadolu Isuzu is in the league of players who not only follow trends but also develop and implement innovative technologies effectively, Arıkan said: “As Anadolu Isuzu, Turkey's commercial vehicle manufacturer, we are very happy to exhibit Big·e, which demonstrates our strength and assertion in the field of micro-mobility, at the Hannover IAA Transportation Fair, bringing the main stakeholders of the global commercial vehicle industry together. The Big·e, which we have equipped with features that make a difference in its segment, met with great admiration from visitors from all over the world at the fair. We are very happy that Big·e, which we have produced with our 40 years of distilled experience and expertise in the field of commercial vehicle production, receives great attention and reputation. The Big·e, which we will be manufactured under production quality standards and as the outcome of 100% Anadolu Isuzu engineering, is also a strong symbol of the change in the field of commercial vehicles. The game is changing rapidly in commercial vehicles, and we, as one of the playmakers, demonstrate our strength, experience and assertion with the Big·e. Developed by considering the contemporary needs of various institutions and businesses, from municipalities to organizations in many business lines, even small business owners, the Big·e stands out with its ideal dimensions that meet business needs, as well as its power and practical features. I believe that Big·e, which we will start seeing on our streets in the near future, will be very popular in our country and the cities of the world and will achieve great success. In line with our growth target in the world, we aim to further increase our success in domestic and international markets with our expertise in commercial vehicle production in the coming period.”