Cenntro Automotive launches Citelec electric vehicle production in Nevada

Sparks, Nevada – Cenntro Automotive Corp., a Nevada-based manufacturer of all-electric vehicles, has launched of production of the Citelec, all electric light commercial utility vehicle, in Nevada.

Cenntro Automotive added the Citelec to its product portfolio in the acquisition of Brant Motors (Lyon, France). The acquisition, valued at $50 million, included the all-electric utility vehicle, the Citelec, which has been sold in Europe since 2013. The Citelec offers a range of up to 200 miles on a single charge, a payload of 1,400 lb and a top speed of 50 mph.

Cenntro's U.S. Manufacturing site is in Sparks, where both the Citelec and Kombi EV are produced.

"Our 80,000ft2 facility opened in the third quarter and we have been pleased with our ability to quickly set up our manufacturing facility, find local talent that underscores commitment to quality and bring the Citelec to the United States," said Marianne McInerney, executive vice president. "The Citelec platform can support local delivery needs with its spacious van box, and is available in nine configurations ranging from the van box, to a refrigerated unit to three flatbed configurations."

The Citelec is expected to retail in the US for less than $20,000 for a base unit initially, and Cenntro has already moved forward with demo programs for U.S. fleets.

Source Cenntro Automotive Corp.