5 Things you need to know about the JAC N55 all-electric truck
With the push for electric passenger vehicles at an all-time high, many are asking relevant questions pertaining to trucks. While pushing for electric passenger vehicles, manufacturers and governments also need to consider other vehicles, such as trucks and vans. Chinese automaker JAC has been developing an all-electric truck which has arrived on local soil. Here are 5 things that you need to know about the JAC N55.
1. History lesson
JAC Motors is a prolific producer of electric vehicles and has been manufacturing battery-electric trucks in China since 2014, with years of research and development preceding the introduction of its first electric truck. Today, the company's range of electric truck platforms operates across the globe, ranging from 2.5 to 12 tonnes, offering flexible weight and wheelbase options to suit particular tasks on the same vehicle frame.
2. What is the JAC N55?
The new N55 EV is an excellent example of the company's drive to offer unique mobility solutions to customers who demand low running costs and reliability while minimising the impact on the environment. The N55 EV was first launched in China in 2019. The local introduction of the N55 EV is helping the automaker to develop new markets and explore alternative energy solutions for maximising the energy efficiency and the driving ranges of its electric vehicles.
The first N55 EV in the country will be used by logistics specialists AEVERSA, whose future vision of the logistics industry includes transitioning traditional transport fleets into EV fleets that consume renewable energy.
3. Battery capacity and charging
The N55 EV is powered by a liquid-cooled 96.77kWh capacity LFP battery. When standard European CCS2-Combo connections are used, the battery recharges to 80% capacity in only one-and-a-half hours and 100% in two hours. In addition, the N55 EV was subject to extensive fire- and waterproof testing to ensure the vehicle remains safe under extreme conditions.
4. Range and running costs
The N55 EV reaches 200km per charge and can scale up to 16.7 degrees with a load of 2.5-tonnes. It accelerates from 0 to 50km/h in eight seconds and achieves a top speed of 90km/h. Compared to conventional diesel engine trucks, the N55 EV achieves a 50 per cent lower fuel/energy cost and a 30 per cent lower maintenance cost.
5. Driver comfort
The N55's ergonomically designed cab is 1 995 mm wide and provides ample space for three occupants and their gear. It also features a height- and telescopic adjustable multi-function steering wheel. An air-conditioner, electric windows, and upmarket trimming add to the driver and passengers' relaxing drive.I n addition, it boasts JAC Motors' latest vehicle connectivity system with an 8-inch touchscreen display including Bluetooth, navigation and online music, rounding off the N55's comfortable appointments.
