of approximately £60,000 will ensure it remains pretty niche. However, while the Morris JE’s target market may be limited, the van has been designed to have class-leading specs.
The van’s body features recycled and recyclable carbon fiber and aluminum, with a payload of 1,000 kg . The use of lightweight materials means that the JE van should have a range of around 250 miles , although drivetrain specifics are yet to be revealed. The JE is also based on a modular skateboard architecture, which also opens up the possibility of different body styles and variants.
Dr. Qu Li, the CEO of Morris Commercial, said: “We are truly grateful that new investors share our vision and beliefs, and their confidence in Morris confirms the strength of our business model and our sustainability goals. I am very excited about the future for Morris Commercial and look forward to delivering our iconic van to our many thousands of pre-registered customers around the globe with the support of our new investment partners.