UK-based automotive engineering and manufacturing start-up Morris Commercial has unveiled its new battery-electric light commercial vehicle (LCV), the Morris JE.
With production stated to begin in late 2021, and with a retail price of approximately £60,000 (US$75,500), the Morris JE features a UK-sourced lithium-ion battery powertrain, a lightweight, modular chassis, carbon-fibre body construction and styling based on the original Morris J-type van.
Dr Qu Li, CEO and founder of Morris Commercial, said: “It is a delight to unveil the new Morris JE to the world and for us to show what we have been working so hard to achieve.
“From the outset, our vision was to bring a new concept to the LCV market, not just in terms of the battery-electric powertrain, but also to introduce a timeless design that takes the aesthetics and appeal of such a vehicle to a whole new level. ”
The vehicle sits within the 2.5-tonne segment and boasts a 1-tonne payload and 5.5m³ carrying capacity. It can accommodate two standard Euro pallets in the rear loading space.
The Morris JE’s lightweight construction means that its range is optimised to around 200 miles (322km), making the van a practical proposition as an urban commercial vehicle.
