The ACE Yewt is an electric light commercial vehicle (A-segment), produced by the ACE EV Group since 2021.

ACE Yewt
Overview
ManufacturerACE EV Group
Also calledACE Cargo (pickup)
Production2021–present
AssemblyAustralia: Adelaide, South Australia
Body and chassis
ClassLight commercial vehicle (A-segment)
Body style
LayoutAll wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor325 V, Synchronized BLPM
Power output18 kW rated, 45 kW peak, 174 Nm
TransmissionFixed reduction gear ratio
Battery23.2 or 40 kWh Li-NCM
Electric range23.3 kWh: 150–200 km (93.2–124.3 mi) when partially loaded
Plug-in chargingAC or DC via CCS
Dimensions
Length3,900 mm (153.5 in)
Width1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height1,690–1,790 mm (66.5–70.5 in)
Kerb weight900 kg (1,984 lb)

History

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Two years after its foundation, the ACE EV Group introduced its future range of electric cars, including a small pickup truck called the ACE Yewt. Characterized by a curvilinear silhouette, the vehicle was developed with the use of an aluminum frame and lightweight plastics reinforced with carbon fiber.[1]

In addition to the Yewt, the ACE EV Group also introduced a panel van variant called the ACE Cargo.[2] The van was characterized by a high roof line, which suddenly lowered at the height of the two-person passenger compartment.

Both the Yewt and Cargo were delivered in October 2021[3] for production in Adelaide, South Australia, reaching local buyers in the following year.[1] The main targets are small entrepreneurs in large Australian metropolises.[4]

Specifications

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Both the Yewt and Cargo offer a 23 kWh battery that provides a maximum speed of 100 km/h (62 mph), reach 50 km/h (31 mph) in 7 seconds, and travel a maximum of 150 to 200 kilometers on a single charge depending on the load and style.[5]

References

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  1. ^ a b "ACE Yewt EV". 20 August 2019. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  2. ^ "Will ACE-EV Reboot The Australian Car Industry With A $40,000 Electric Van?". 24 August 2020. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  3. ^ "This Aussie company has affordable electric vans and utes available to order". Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  4. ^ "ACE Cargo". 8 August 2019. Retrieved 2021-01-24.
  5. ^ "Australian EV to kick-start local car making". Retrieved 2021-01-24.