General Motors adds BrightDrop Zevos to EV portfolio in Mexico

2023-08-07

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MEXICO CITY, Mexico – General Motors announced today that it will introduce electric commercial vans from BrightDrop, a tech business with solutions designed to help companies lower operational costs, maximize productivity, improve safety and support sustainability efforts, to customers in Mexico starting later this year.

BrightDrop launched in the U.S. in 2021 to provide smarter, safer and more sustainable solutions that help decarbonize the movement of goods and services. Its portfolio includes the:  

• BrightDrop Zevo electric commercial vans
• BrightDrop Trace electric carts
• BrightDrop Core software

The first two products coming to Mexico are BrightDrop’s flagship electric commercial vans: the BrightDrop Zevo 400 and BrightDrop Zevo 600.

“We are proud to introduce an unprecedented vehicle to the Mexican market. Its combination of advanced safety offerings, convenience features, and best-in-class range make it the ideal option for our customers," said Paco Garza, GM Mexico president and managing director. “Today's announcement reaffirms our commitment to achieve a zero-emissions future."

“Bringing BrightDrop’s products to Mexico is a key move in our mission to decarbonize delivery globally, while helping customers take advantage of the economic benefits of going electric,” said Steve Hornyak, BrightDrop’s chief commercial officer. “Electrifying vehicle fleets can positively impact the environment and companies’ bottom lines. By bringing BrightDrop solutions closer to our customers throughout North America, we can help make the EV transition as seamless as possible.”

Introducing the BrightDrop Zevo 400 and BrightDrop Zevo 600 to Mexico

BrightDrop’s Zevo electric commercial vehicles are purpose-built to help drive operational efficiencies and maximize productivity for companies moving goods and services. These vehicles combine zero tailpipe emissions with a range of advanced safety and driver assistance features that are more commonly found in consumer vehicles than in commercial vehicles. This helps commercial customers achieve their sustainability goals while protecting drivers, pedestrians and cargo. Key features and benefits include:

Exterior

• 17-inch painted steel wheels with all season tires
• Heated and power adjustable outside rear view mirrors
• LED headlamps with IntelliBeam auto high beams
• Lower step-in heights to help ease driver ingress and egress

Interior

• Front cabin single zone HVAC with auto temp
• 6-way manual driver seat with adjustable head cushion
• Cloth interior
• Passenger jump seat with side roof rail and side impact air bags

Safety¹

• Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Front and Rear Park Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Braking
• Blind Zone Steering Assist
• HD Surround Vision
• Forward Collision Alert
• Adaptative Cruise Control
• Safety Alert Seat
• Reverse Automatic Braking
• Following Distance Indicator
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• Speed Limit Assist
• Traffic Sign Recognition

Cargo

• 2 motion sensing LED lights in the rear cargo area
• Manual garage style rear cargo door
• Theft deterrent system

Technology

• Powered by GM’s Ultium Platform
• Large infotainment and driver information center displays

Customers will be able to configure the Zevo 400 or Zevo 600 based on their specific needs. Front or all-wheel drive is available along with different battery range options.

Dimensions and capacities

Zevo Range and Charging Times

Powered by GM's Ultium Platform, a flexible battery architecture for EVs across different vehicle types with outstanding power, range and performance, BrightDrop’s Zevo 400 and Zevo 600 have an estimated range of up to 250 miles on a full charge²; and peak charge rate of up to 160 miles of EV range per hour via 120kW DC fast charging.

BrightDrop EVs are built at GM’s CAMI Assembly plant in Ontario, Canada, the nation’s first large-scale EV facility.

BrightDrop’s electric vans will be available for customers to order through GM Mexico starting later this year, with aftersales service provided by select GM Mexico dealers.

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About BrightDrop

BrightDrop is a tech company transforming commercial delivery and logistics. Its portfolio of electric delivery vehicles, smart eCarts, and software solutions are designed to create a smarter, safer, more sustainable future. BrightDrop is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors. For more information, visit gobrightdrop.com.

About GM Mexico

GM Mexico has been operating in our country for more than 87 years and directly employs 23,000 people. It has facilities in Toluca, State of Mexico; Silao, Guanajuato; Ramos Arizpe, Coahuila; San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., and headquarters in Mexico City. GM de Mexico sales products of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands.

¹Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Visibility, weather, and road conditions may affect feature performance. Read the vehicle’s owner’s manual for more important feature limitations and information.
²GM estimate based on a full charge and subject to change prior to production.  GM Estimated range based on current capability of analytical projection consistent with SAE J1634 revision 2017 - MCT. Actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle.