Vancouver, Canada (November 17, 2023) — ENVO Drive Systems, known for its innovative approach to e-mobility, has announced its latest creation: the Utility Personal Transporter (UPT). This robust, all-wheel-drive platform is engineered for a wide spectrum of tasks, from domestic chores to demanding professional applications, marking a significant leap in personal transportation versatility.
ENVO Utility Personal Transporter chassis
Pre-orders for the UPT are anticipated to commence by the close of this year, with deliveries projected for early 2025. The personal transporter has already garnered considerable interest from diverse sectors including law enforcement, emergency services, recreational organizations, construction, and general consumers, indicating a strong market anticipation for its release.
Modular Design for Endless Configurations
The UPT’s adaptability stems from its modular design, featuring a flat platform and numerous attachment points. This all-wheel-drive personal transporter base includes a foldable, telescopic steering column for standing operation and a customizable fold-down seat, facilitating compact storage and transport. Users can easily integrate a variety of accessories such as cargo carriers, seating arrangements, equipment racks, and weather protection. Furthermore, front and rear hitches expand its functionality to include tasks like plowing and mowing, showcasing its utility as a truly versatile personal transporter.
ENVO Utility Personal Transporter handlebar and seat
“Our team identified a significant void in the e-mobility market, particularly in the space between e-bikes and e-cars, for both personal and utility purposes,” explains ENVO Drive Systems CEO, Ali Kazemkhani. “The UPT is designed to fill this gap, offering a highly adaptable, four-wheeled mobility solution that serves as a clean, futuristic alternative to traditional UTVs, ATVs, cars, and trucks. We envision a future where personal transporters like the UPT are as ubiquitous as smartphones.”
ENVO Utility Personal Transporter side view with person
Technical Prowess and Functional Design
The Utility Personal Transporter boasts impressive technical specifications, including a top speed of 50km/h (31mph) and a range of 100-200km (62-124 miles). Its all-wheel-drive system with individual in-wheel motors allows for dynamic traction control. Equipped with double wishbone suspension providing 120mm of travel, the UPT delivers robust performance with a maximum power of 12,000W and 640Nm of torque. It supports a 250 kg payload and 350 kg towing capacity, underscoring its capability as a heavy-duty personal transporter.
ENVO Utility Personal Transporter rear view
Key design features enhance the UPT’s usability, such as a fully adjustable handlebar, integrated lighting, multiple attachment points, a flat cargo deck, and a pass-through area for long items. The foldable handlebar and seat enable vertical, stackable storage, optimizing space.
ENVO anticipates pre-orders via their website to begin by the end of the year, requiring a $500 deposit, with initial deliveries in early 2025. The base price is projected to be between $12,000 and $15,000, positioning the UPT as a groundbreaking personal transporter poised to revolutionize various applications.
