Honda has announced a new B2B business for the last-mile delivery industry with micromobility solutions.
Called Fastport, the vehicle manufacturer has revealed the first product from the service, the zero-emission Fastport eQuad prototype. This is an all-electric quadricycle delivery vehicle, designed for use in bike lanes.
The prototype is powered by Honda Mobile Power Pack (MPP) swappable batteries and software-defined vehicle (SDV) features.
Fastport enables Honda to enter a new micromobility market in Europe and North America with first edition vehicle deliveries projected to begin in late 2025, and general mass production in the summer of 2026.
The eQuad is equipped with a unique pedal-by-wire pedal-assist powertrain, alongside the swappable, rechargeable batteries, with a silent riding experience and zero carbon emissions.
Energy-saving technologies on the product include a regenerative braking system that captures and reuses energy to boost efficiency, as well as automatic parking brakes for enhanced safety.
It also has a canopy with UV coating and a ceramic tint option, along with a ventilation fan and full-frontal enclosure.
Fastport will offer large and small vehicle and cargo box container sizes, tailored to meet regional customer needs in European and North American markets.
The modular design of the eQuad allows for customisation in vehicle length to cater to a wide range of uses – including parcel, grocery, and small package deliveries.
Fastport’s Fleet-as-a-Service (FaaS) model offers a comprehensive solution, including swappable batteries, cargo containers, service and maintenance plans, along with AI-powered dashboards with real-time insights that enhance driver and fleet-management operations.
Honda said it was already engaging with major logistics and delivery companies in Europe and North America for pilot test programs ahead of the production launch next year.
Jose Wyszogrod, General Manager and Founding Member of Fastport, said:
“The Fastport team has worked tirelessly to create the Fastport eQuad, a zero-emission alternative to delivery vans that solves the challenge of last mile urban logistics by meeting the needs of urban residents expecting on-demand deliveries of packages, groceries and other items.
“Drawing from the deep knowledge of Honda design and engineering talent in the U.S., the Fastport eQuad is a testament to the commitment of Honda to advancing a more sustainable future through innovative mobility solutions.”
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