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Helixx Has Unveiled Its 3D Printed Electric Delivery Van
The ever-evolving 3D printing industry has found new impetus in the transportation sector. The latest breakthrough comes from Helixx, a UK franchise specializing in mobility solutions. In a world where environmental concerns are increasingly pressing, the market for electric vehi
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The ever-evolving 3D printing industry has found new impetus in the transportation sector. The latest breakthrough comes from Helixx, a UK franchise specializing in mobility solutions. In a world where environmental concerns are increasingly pressing, the market for electric vehicles is booming and additive manufacturing is one of the tools that is being used to make more efficient, sustainable solutions for consumers.
Take for example the latest breakthrough from Helixx’s: an all-electric, 3D-printed, single-seat van with a central driving position. This innovation aims to support sustainable economic development in emerging megacities. But this is just the beginning of the story, as Helixx has big ambitions for urban mobility.
Seamless manufacturing means faster, more efficient vehicle assembly
The Helixx delivery van is compact, measuring just 3.2 meters long and 1.5 meters wide. Yet it offers an impressive 2,100-liter capacity and a 500kg payload at the rear. Access is facilitated by a spacious rear door, while the load compartment extends to 140 cm in length, allowing perfect insertion of a shipping pallet. What’s more, as a single-seater pickup, it frees up extra cargo space at the front, avoiding the need for adjustments for left-hand drive markets.
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