Revo Zero says the model will have a unique powertrain that combines the benefits of fuel cells with EVs
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The startup craze seems to have largely petered out, but that hasn’t stop some companies from giving it a go. The latest is Revo Zero, which has introduced their aptly named Energy.
Looking like a crossover-infused minivan, the Energy features a rounded front fascia with a pronounced grille and a sizable light bar. They’re joined by faux intakes and a protruding skid plate. While the front end is rather generic, the model is notable for having four sliding doors. The rear doors open like a traditional minivan, while the front doors slide out and forward.
Putting the doors aside, the Energy has a panoramic glass roof and pronounced wheel arches. They’re joined by a rear light bar and a skid plate that echoes the one found up front.
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Revo Zero said virtually nothing about the interior, but it features individual seats in all three-rows. They’re joined by a flat-bottom steering wheel and an L-shaped display that consists of a digital instrument cluster, a dedicated audio screen, and an infotainment system with a portrait orientation.
We can also see wood and carbon fiber trim as well as what appears to be a small display for second-row passengers. The company also mentioned “feedback lighting,” but didn’t elaborate.
Speaking of vague, Revo Zero says the model will have a “plug-in fuel cell” powertrain that combines a hydrogen fuel cell with an electric vehicle battery. The company says this “combination merges the benefits of both technologies and negates their drawbacks.”
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Specifics are lacking, but Revo Zero claimed the “electric battery serves as the primary power source and is utilized until the hydrogen battery takes over.” That’s an odd way to put it, but it sounds like the vehicle will travel on battery power for awhile, before the hydrogen fuel cell activates to work as an “onboard on-demand charger.” In effect, it sounds like a range-extended vehicle that uses hydrogen instead of gasoline.
Regardless, the company is promising an overall range of 700 miles (1,127 km). They also said you can recharge the battery at home, while refueling the hydrogen tank will only take around seven minutes.
The lack of details isn’t very encouraging, but the model is currently available for pre-order with a $500 refundable deposit. That being said, you might want to hold off as Revo Zero has no idea when production will occur as the “final date is still to be determined.” The firm added they are “working diligently on testing and complying with all safety regulations.”
