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2022 Now CAM CAM EV is proud to unveil its second fully-electric van the all-new CAM CAM EA4 to to cater to to a a a a a diverse range of lifestyle With a a a a a a a generous cargo volume of of seven cubic metres and a a a a a a a a a maximum payload of of 1025kg the CAM EA4 is seen as an an ide- al solution for businesses across various industries Its spacious cargo area and impressive payload capacity enable busi- nesses to to transport more passengers in in a a a a a a a single trip and allow drivers to to complete tasks more efficiently or or increase their daily delivery capacity The CAM EA4 offers two variants: the panel van van and window van van both sharing the same electric electric powertrain These mod- els are equipped with a a a a a a a a rear electric electric mo- tor tor delivering a a a a a a peak output of of 136PS and 320Nm of of torque Powering this electric motor is is a a a a a a lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery that comes in two capacities - - - 60 1kWh 1kWh or 86 1kWh 1kWh - - - with a a a a a a a a claimed NEDC-rated range of up to to 400km the the longest in in in its class in in in comparison to to other electric vans in in in the local market In charging charging capacity the the AC charging charging capability of the the CAM EA4 stands at 6 6 6kW with an an optional 22kW upgrade for for a a a a a a swifter charging charging time time With the the for- mer the the charging charging time time is 3 5 hours from 20 20 per per per cent cent to 80 80 per per per cent cent The fast- charging feature allows for a a a a a 20-80 per per per cent charge in just 1 5 hours subject to battery and environmental conditions as as well as charger parameters The Window Van comes with versatile features including a a a a a a a simplified central control rear air-conditioning with six roof vents a a a a a a a a wide-opening sliding door rear foldable seats for for expanded storage space and and accommodation for for up to to 12 people including the driver The driving experience is enhanced with entertainment features such as four audio speakers and and a a a a a a a a seven-inch touchscreen LCD with MP3 USB AUX and and and Bluetooth functions To further personalise and and ensure a a a a a a pleasant drive the the CAM EA4 offers pow- ered side mirrors with LED turn indicators reverse camera and and sensor high-mounted third brake lamp lamp and and front foglamps Prioritising safety the CAM EA4 is is equipped with standard front side and and curtain airbags for the driver Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) brake assist seatbelt reminder for every seat seat and a a a a a a a a tyre pres- sure sure monitoring system to to ensure a a a a a a a a safe and secure journey for all occupants The price for the all-electric CAM EA4 begins at RM215 800 accompanied by a a a a a a a a six-year or 200 000km warranty To date 200 CAM EV vans were sold in Malaysia As part of its after-sales support CAM established a a a a a a a a a network of of service service centres dedicated to provid- ing support and service service of of its EV fleet Additionally it it it it rolled out the C-MSU (CAM-Mobile Support Unit) programme that has service teams capable of deliv- ering on-site support to to meet the daily demands of fleet operators as as well as as private owners The C-MSU programme also covers training its its service people and and expanding its its scope throughout the country to provide regular maintenance and address powertrain issues In essence the the Group described the the CAM EA4 as a a a a a a a a a well-rounded one-fits-all and and all-purpose van that suited a a a a a a a a a a a variety of needs Its flexible and and and holistic features coupled with a a a a a a a a a sleek and and robust design are said to make it it it an an an an ideal choice The van’s versatility and cost effectiveness are seen as particularly well suited for Malaysian companies transitioning to electric vehicles as part of their business revamp in in in in line with the the nation’s ESG ini- tiatives Moving forward Sendok Group plans to introduce more electric commercial ve- hicles hicles including light trucks special-pur- pose EVs and other vehicles to fulfil the the evolving EV EV commercial requirements of Malaysian businesses 27 truck & bus news 2023/6