Foxconn Unveils Two Concept Prototype EVs & new EV Software Platform

Taiwan's Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) has announced two, new self-developed electric vehicles: the MODEL B crossover hatchback and the MODEL V all-terrain, electric pickup. The company says it's aiming to develop prototypes of five EVs over the next 24 months.

The brand-new concept prototype MODEL B crossover, revealed at the third annual Hon Hai Tech Day, is a mainstream vehicle for the younger generation. The compact 4.3-meter model has a cruising range of 450 kilometers and uses a 2.8-meter wheelbase to create a 'roomy' cockpit.

The MODEL V is the first electric pickup designed and developed in Taiwan. It has a payload of up to 1 ton and a greater towing capacity of 3 tons.

The EV pickup features sensors surrounding the body are combined with electronic rearview mirrors and a display screen to integrate the instrument panel, which not only improves safety, but offers intelligent technology to users. 

The company also showcased for the first time its self-developed HHEV.OS electric vehicle software platform. Through HHEV.OS, EV designers can achieve the purpose of rapid product launch.

This year's Tech Day promoted the idea of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) in the field of electric vehicles through the next decade

Hon Hai Chairman and CEO, Young Liu, says: "In the next 10 years, Hon Hai will redefine CDMO for the automotive field, promote vertical integration services in the EV industry, and assist customers in developing electric vehicle products agilely according to different markets, different models, and different needs. We will continue to optimize the user experience through the vertical integration of software and hardware, which is what Hon Hai is best at, allowing automakers to focus on product design and brand promotion, further transforming mobility lifestyles."

Hon Hai Founder, Terry Gou, adds: “The rapid development of Hon Hai in the field of electric vehicles is a continuation of the Group's growth and innovation. In the past, we assisted global brand customers to transform the consumer electronics industry chain, step by step, providing consumers with extraordinary and affordable technology products. In the future, Hon Hai will certainly redefine the EV industry and provide drivers with safe and comfortable user experience in transportation.”

Established in 1974 in Taiwan, Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer.