"Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) is leading a consortium of partners to evaluate the feasibility of a lightweight battery electric vehicle (BEV) prototype, conforming to the L6e (light quadricycle) category. The consortium has secured funding from the UK government's DRIVE35 programme via the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), which is a non-profit organisation supporting the development of zero emission technologies and new mobility concepts. The feasibility study illustrates Toyota's commitment to exploring next generation mobility, as many European cities reimagine their infrastructure to support low-carbon environments."
"The project aims to improve understanding of the evolving needs of urban populations while accelerating the shift to zero tailpipe emission transport. The study will be undertaken at TMUK's Burnaston facility in Derby, with outcomes to be tested at the University of Derby. As a consortium member, the university is supporting the project as part of its net-zero carbon ambitions."
"The research will cover a range of innovations, including an integrated solar roof - designed and developed by Savcor - and enhanced digital connectivity. It will also evaluate ways to optimise circularity through using recycled lightweight, sustainable materials, and explore the potential of using components common to ELM's lightweight, last-mile delivery vehicle. The study draws inspiration from the FT-Me concept Toyota unveiled in March 2025 as a vision for future micromobility in Europe, building on the positive public response it received."
Toyota Manufacturing UK is leading a consortium to evaluate a lightweight battery electric vehicle prototype in the L6e light quadricycle category, with DRIVE35 funding via the Advanced Propulsion Centre. The feasibility study aims to understand evolving urban mobility needs and accelerate the shift to zero tailpipe emissions. Research activities will take place at TMUK's Burnaston facility with testing at the University of Derby, which supports the project as part of its net-zero ambitions. The work will explore an integrated solar roof by Savcor, enhanced digital connectivity, recycled lightweight sustainable materials for circularity, and use of components shared with ELM's last-mile vehicle. The study builds on the FT-Me micromobility concept.
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