electric vehicle startup EdisonFuture has debuted two concept vehicles at the LA Auto Show, aiming to bring both models to market in 2025. The EF1-T is an electric pickup, and the EF1-V is an electric delivery van.
While the EF1-T is reminiscent of the Tesla Cybertruck and other pickup truck models, the EF1-V looks more akin to a long-stretched van (some may see a hearse). This also means that it features significant storage space.
EdisonFuture is an EV subsidiary brand created by Phoenix Motor in Ontario, Canada. EdisonFuture thus joins Phoenix Motorcars as half of a dual-brand strategy under the same larger EV umbrella. Phoenix Motorcars also exists as a wholly-owned subsidiary of SPI Energy, which focuses on renewable energy. Thus the parent company can use solar power to charge customers’ vehicles.
What is more, EdisonFuture’s new vehicles notably feature solar panels on the roof. The company says these could provide 25-35 additional miles of range each day “under sunny conditions”. While specs have to be finalised, range estimates run from 480 over 608 to 720 kilometres depending on the trim. That’s 300 – 450 miles which seem long for such a large vehicle. Battery capacity is given at 120, 150 and 180 kWh.
Edison claims the EF1-T Standard does 0-60 mph in under 6.5 seconds, the EF1-TP Premium in 4.5 seconds, and the EF1-TS Super in 3.9 seconds. In addition, the towing capacity ranges between 7,500 lbs on the base model and 11,000 lbs on the top of the range.