Following the unveiling of its pickup truck earlier
this year, Workhorse has introduced an electric van called the N-Gen.
The N-Gen has a composite body which is extremely lightweight. The
company didn't go into specifics but confirmed the model has a 19-inch (48.2
cm) load floor and a 105-inch (266.7 cm) roof height that helps to maximize
cargo space. The company eventually plans to offer larger variants with cargo
capacities of 700 and 1,000 cubic feet (19,821 and 28,316 liters).
While cargo vans are rarely interesting, the N-Gen
is notable as it can be equipped with an optional HorseFly "unmanned
aerial vehicle package delivery system." According to Workhorse, a
carbon-fiber octocopter drone launches from the roof of a delivery van and then
delivers a package to its destination which is in driver's line of sight. The
drone is compliant with all FAA regulations and can carry packages that weigh up
to 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
Performance specifications are scarce but the van
can travel up to 100 miles (161 km) on a single charge. The company will also
offer the model with an optional gasoline range extender engine that provides
an additional 75 miles (120 km) of range. Customers can also expect an
all-wheel drive variant as well as a best-in-class turning radius of 26 feet
(7.9 meters).
