Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger EVs selling fast
Aussie electric ute conversion company attracting big interest from fleetsAustralian electric vehicle start-up Roev is now sold out for 2023, with names on more electric utes than it can convert this year.
After revealing plans to convert 1000 utes to electric power in the first 12 months of its EV Fleet Program, Roev announced pricing for the ground-breaking Toyota HiLux and Ford Ranger EVs in late November.
Less than two months later, Roev CEO Noah Wasmer today said the Aussie EV start-up has already received enough reservation requests from fleet customers to fill its conversion build slots through to the end of 2023.
“It’s fantastic to see all of the interest is now turning into reservation requests,” said Wasmer. “Confirming the strong demand allows us to plan and scale with more confidence.”
Roev says it will convert any current (2016-2022) HiLux or Ranger – including all body styles and both 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains – to full electric power with either a Standard Range (64kWh, 240km) or Extended Range (96kWh, 360km) battery pack capable of 80kW CCS DC fast-charging.
Full safety certification, V2L power points for powering multiple tools on site (240V, 20A) and an 11kW onboard AC charger (Type 2) are part of the deal, which starts at $47,990 for 4x2 MY20-22 model – excluding GST and the price of the vehicle.
If that sounds expensive, bear in mind the 2022 LDV eT60 became the first battery-electric mid-size ute available in Australia last year, priced from $92,990 plus on-road costs.
Roev says that of the first round of reservations, which closes at the end of January, the majority of pre-orders are for HiLux conversions, with 4x4 and Extended Range batteries also proving the most popular.
Wasmer said that although the program is filling fast, interested fleets still have time and can submit a reservation request through Roev’s website, or contact the company directly to find out more.
Roev says it is reviewing all requests and will confirm volumes with their fleet customers after the reservation window closes at the end of this month.
“We want to reward the fleets who have engaged with us early, by allowing them to secure build spots and firm up their own plans for electrification,” he said.
Small business and private vehicle owners (and those interested in a locally-converted electric SUV) will have to wait a little longer, with Roev setting a minimum of three conversions to participate in the first round of reservations.
“Those who run a fleet of utes can no longer say that there isn’t an option to start transitioning to electric,” said Wasmer.
“It’s not a matter of converting or buying new. We strongly believe that fleets should be doing both. Don’t wait to go electric and don’t wait to contact us.”
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