Al Habtoor Motors, the exclusive UAE distributor for FUSO, has launched the all-electric Next Generation eCanter, signalling a push into the country’s growing green logistics and last-mile delivery market.
The light-duty truck, unveiled at the Al Habtoor Polo Resort last month under the theme “The Future of Commercial Mobility Electrified”, enters the Middle East market following trials in Europe and Japan, where the model has logged more than 8 million km of operation.
The launch aligns with the UAE’s broader “Green Transport” initiative, which aims to reduce carbon emissions in the commercial sector.
Drawing on more than five years of real-world customer usage data, the new-generation eCanter has been refined to meet the high-intensity operational demands and climatic conditions of the Middle East.
“The launch of the FUSO new eCanter in the UAE marks an important milestone for Al Habtoor Motors as we advance our commitment to delivering cutting-edge, sustainable transportation solutions to the market,” said Ahmed Khalaf Al Habtoor, CEO of Al Habtoor Motors. “This introduction reflects our strategic alignment with the UAE’s long-term sustainability narrative and Green Transport ambitions, while empowering businesses with future-ready mobility solutions that combine zero-emission technology, operational efficiency and proven global performance.”
Officials mark the UAE launch of the FUSO eCanter.
Precision engineering
At the core of the Next Generation eCanter is innovative eAxle technology, which integrates the electric motor directly into the rear axle. This compact drivetrain architecture reduces mechanical complexity, optimises space utilisation and enhances overall vehicle efficiency delivering tangible benefits for urban commercial operations, according to Al Habtoor Motors.
The new eCanter’s modular battery concept enables fleet operators to precisely tailor vehicle specifications to route length and payload requirements, with three scalable configurations available: in short, long and XL wheelbase.
Supporting operational flexibility further, the new eCanter is available in gross vehicle weight classes ranging from 4.25 tons to 8.55 tons.
Customers can also choose between standard (1,695 mm) and wide (1,995 mm) cab widths, ensuring manoeuvrability in dense urban environments without compromising driver comfort, the company adds.
Charging efficiency is optimised through support for both AC and DC charging, utilising the CCS standard. With DC fast charging, the battery can be replenished from 20 per cent to 80 per cent in approximately 24 to 39 minutes, depending on the selected battery configuration, minimising downtime and maximising fleet utilisation.
Sustainability
Beyond its zero-emission powertrain, the Next Generation eCanter is designed for real commercial versatility. A sophisticated Power Take-Off (PTO) system enables compatibility with specialised bodies such as tippers, cranes and temperature-controlled vans, ensuring that businesses can transition to electric mobility without sacrificing functionality or operational scope, according to Al Habtoor Motors.