Isuzu Commercial Truck of America (ICTA), a distributor of low-cab forward trucks, began production on its new chassis, the Isuzu NRR-EV. According to the company, this chassis is a groundbreaking addition to the Isuzu lineup and represents a significant advancement in automotive technology, design and sustainability in the medium-duty segment.
According to the company, the NRR-EV gives customers various choices to satisfy their range requirements, payload needs and body applications. Isuzu NRR-EV key features include:
Innovative powertrain:
- Choose from four battery pack configurations (60, 100, 140, or 180 kWh) to meet your range requirements.
- 150 kW of max power, 280 lb-ft of torque output with an operating voltage of 350 volts.
- Regenerative braking captures kinetic energy and transfers it into the batteries. The system allows the driver to set it according to their driving preference.
- ECO Mode helps to extend vehicle range by reducing acceleration performance and battery consumption.
State-of-the-art technology:
- AC (level 2) and DC Fast Charging fully charge the vehicle in less than two hours.
- The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) includes a Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), an Automatic Emergency Braking System (AEBS), a Following Distance Warning, Mis-Acceleration Mitigation, Forward Vehicle Start Notification and Full-Range Adaptive Cruise Control.
- Pedestrian Alert System (PAS) notifies nearby pedestrians with audible cues that the vehicle is near when operating at low speed due to its quiet operation.
- Electric Power Take-off (ePTO) is used to power auxiliary equipment and provides 7 kWh of continuous power with a peak of 26 kWh.
- Isuzu Group Connect allows you to remotely monitor cruising distance, battery level, charging status and charging history. The service is available at no extra charge and enhances the standard warranty.
Aerodynamic and versatile design:
- According to the company, it is the quietest and most efficient Isuzu cab ever, with enhanced aerodynamics that direct airflow around the cab and keep the sound to a whisper.
- New front bumper design improves cooling performance.
- Three wheelbases (132.5, 150 and 176 inches) accommodate bodies from 10 to 20 feet.
- A stronger frame is made of HT540 hot-rolled steel. The new high-tensile-strength design is taller, more rigid and stronger than previous frames.
“Isuzu teams overseas and here in North America have worked tirelessly to bring the NRR-EV from concept to reality,” said Shaun Skinner, president of ICTA and ICTC. “Start of production marks a pivotal moment for us. This vehicle not only showcases our technological prowess but also our dedication to sustainability and innovation. We are incredibly excited to start seeing our EV on the road and in the hands of our customers.”
The Isuzu NRR-EV is produced in Charlotte, Mich. It is currently available for order, and the first deliveries will be in September 2024.
