Electric vehicle startup Arrival has just revealed its first finished prototype of the Arrival Car.
Designed in partnership with Uber and its drivers, the Arrival Car is made specifically for the ride-hailing industry. Noting how an average ride-hail vehicle will drive roughly 45 to 50,000km a year, as opposed to a non-ride-hail vehicle with an annual mileage of 12,000km, Arrival is hoping to champion sustainability and provide a cleaner air environment in urban spaces where most ride-hail vehicles operate.
“Electrifying ride-hailing will play a crucial role in reducing the emissions of vehicles in cities globally, providing a sustainable, clean multi-modal transportation system for communities,” says Tom Elvidge, EVP Vehicle Platforms at Arrival. “We are keen on supporting drivers with this transition by developing the best possible product for ride hailing that elevates the experience for both them and their passengers, making urban air clean in the process.”
“The first reveal of the Arrival Car is an exciting moment for Uber drivers, who are switching to electric vehicles at a much faster rate than the mass market,” says Jamie Heywood, Regional General Manager for Northern and Eastern Europe at Uber. “Uber drivers have been working with Arrival to provide feedback on the design of the first purpose built, fully electric car for the ride-hailing industry. This exciting new vehicle will support our commitment for all cars on the app in London to be fully electric by 2025, helping to drive a green recovery and clean up urban transport.”
All images in this article are courtesy of Arrival.
