Olinia Carga: A New Electric Vehicle for Cargo Transportation in Mexico
The Mexican government has introduced the Olinia Carga, an electric vehicle designed to replace motorcycles and small trucks for cargo transportation in cities. The vehicle has a capacity of 650 kilograms and a range of 120 kilometers, with three different versions available: Pick-up, Base, and Van.
The Olinia Carga is a new electric vehicle that promises to solve a common problem for delivery personnel in Mexico: how to carry more cargo without spending money on gasoline or paying for a truck. The vehicle was presented by the Mexican government as part of its electromobility project, with the goal of replacing motorcycles, motocarros, and small trucks used for cargo transportation in cities.
## Design and Features The Olinia Carga was designed with a clear objective in mind: to provide a sustainable and efficient solution for cargo transportation in urban areas. The vehicle has a capacity of 650 kilograms and can reach a speed of 50 kilometers per hour, with a range of 120 kilometers per charge. It can be recharged using a conventional outlet, without the need for a special charging station. The vehicle also features a platform that can hold up to 12 huacales, as well as a compartment for storing tools and a spare tire.
## Versions and Pricing The Olinia Carga will be available in three different versions: Pick-up, Base, and Van. The Pick-up version features a 2.1 square meter platform and a folding tailgate, while the Base version offers the same capacity in a simpler format. The Van version adds a protected cargo area with a volume of up to 1,800 liters. The price of the Olinia Carga is expected to be around 150,000 pesos, although the final price will depend on the industrialization process. The government plans to offer financing options through Nacional Financiera to make the vehicle more accessible to buyers.
## Comparison of Versions | Version | Capacity | Range | Top Speed | Price | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Pick-up | 650 kg | 120 km | 50 km/h | 150,000 pesos | | Base | 650 kg | 120 km | 50 km/h | 150,000 pesos | | Van | 650 kg | 120 km | 50 km/h | 150,000 pesos |
## Next Steps The next step for the Olinia Carga project is the public bidding process for its production, which is scheduled to begin in late September. The government plans to form a company with majority Mexican capital to produce the vehicles in the country and eventually export them. The success of the project will depend on the government's ability to convert the design into a real industry, with suppliers, assembly, and sales throughout the country.
