Farizon accelerates on sustainability since the production stage: here’s how
In its construction, Farizon's SV electric van uses 10 per cent recycled materials, while 85 per cent of its materials can be recycled at the end of its life, and 95 per cent are recoverable. Out on the road, the use of high-strength steel and hybrid aluminium-steel materials in the chassis and body, along with the innovative drive-by-wire platform, helps reduce weight by eight per cent
We’ve been talking about Farizon SV large van, distributed in the UK by Jameel Motors UK, quite a lot lately. The electric van is manufactured in China by Farizon Auto, the commercial vehicle branch of the big Chinese group Geely.
Now, Farizon states that, in its construction, the SV uses 10 per cent recycled materials, while 85 per cent of its materials can be recycled at the end of its life, and 95 per cent are recoverable. Out on the road, the use of high-strength steel and hybrid aluminium-steel materials in the chassis and body, along with the innovative drive-by-wire platform, helps reduce weight by eight per cent, which provides gains in energy conservation and operational efficiency.
Farizon pushing on sustainability: the Chinese production plant
In addition, located in the Xiangtan Economic Development Zone in Hunan, China, Farizon’s manufacturing facility has been created to be a global benchmark for carbon-neutral commercial vehicle production. In fact, the base plans to operate on 100 per cent renewable energy, primarily from solar and wind, with on-site generation capacity exceeding 40 per cent of total consumption. Its closed-loop water recycling system reduces freshwater dependency by 75 per cent, while AI-optimised logistics networks cut ancillary emissions by 30 per cent.
“Environmental considerations are rightly key for both large fleet operators and individual tradespeople when deciding which all-electric van is right for them”, said Cook Xue, CEO of Farizon Auto International Company. “We’ve worked hard from the outset to ensure the new Farizon SV van features sustainability at its core, whether that’s in sourcing components from a localised supply chain, implementing low carbon manufacturing techniques, or ensuring drivers benefit from exceptional efficiency. We have more work to do, certainly, but we are proud of the industry-leading advances we have made in minimising the impact of our operations and our products on our planet, and in supporting users around the world to transition to a more sustainable transport industry.”
