CircuLEV

Summary

In the CirvuLEV project, a fully circular, lightweight electric delivery vehicle (LEV) is being developed for last-mile logistics. The goal is to become the first producer in the Netherlands to manufacture 100% circular LEVs, designed from recyclable thermoplastic composites and equipped with advanced battery technology. The project integrates three high-tech innovations: a next-generation battery system with extended lifespan, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities for energy return to the grid, and the use of recycled composite materials for lightweight chassis and body parts. These developments aim to reduce CO₂ emissions, increase vehicle lifespan, and enable sustainable, flexible vehicle manufacturing. Saxion, through its TPAC research group, plays a key role in the development and validation of recycling routes and material performance for thermoplastic composites.

Project partners

Duracar Productions, E-Pal Tech, Compoform, Saxion/TPAC

Supported by Cato Composites, CRTRX, Flinc-EV, Alpatek, Plower, Karhof, Haak, Multiwagon, Reden, ZWINC, Fox Industries

Timeline
The project runs for 30 months, starting on January 1, 2024, and is expected to be completed by mid-2026.

Funding
The project is co-funded through EFRO (Europees Fonds voor Regionale Ontwikkeling).