Foxconn Technology Group, a Taiwanese consumer electronics manufacturer, is best known for supplying Apple with iPhones, as well as producing Amazon’s Kindles and Nintendo’s gaming consoles.
While not directly manufacturing the much-discussed Apple Car, Foxconn has ventured into the electric vehicle (EV) market with its own brand, Foxtron. The Foxtron Model C, a five- or seven-seater SUV, is already licensed under the growing Taiwanese automotive brand Luxgen and branded as the n7.
Foxtron isn’t aiming to become a prominent automotive name itself; instead, it seeks to sell its vehicle designs and platforms to more established players in the EV sector. At its recent Technology Day event, reminiscent of Apple’s style, the company unveiled two new models: the Model D and Model U, which could leave Tesla scratching its head over the naming conventions.
The Model D is a sizable, angular Lifestyle Multipurpose Utility Vehicle (LMUV), measuring 5.1 meters in length and nearly 2 meters in width. It accommodates up to seven passengers, with Foxtron highlighting its ability to customize configurations for B2B clients.
This LMUV is powered by lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery packs ranging from 100 to 120 kWh, offering an effective range between 310 and almost 400 miles for the top versions. Aerodynamically designed, it features various creases and ducts for improved airflow. Despite its boxy appearance, the design was created by Pininfarina, renowned for their work on classic Italian sports cars.
Foxtron has also integrated technology from its sister company into the Model D’s interior, providing dedicated charging spots for iPhones and slots for iPads in the rear.
On the other end, the Model U is a mid-sized electric bus equipped with advanced driver-assist systems, suggesting that Tesla might not need to be overly concerned.
Foxconn’s Technology Day aimed to showcase vehicles intended for the North American market. The Model C, already available in Taiwan, has been slightly redesigned for the U.S. audience and could arrive there soon, while the Model D is expected to enter production in 2026.
However, details about what badge these vehicles will carry upon their public release remain unclear, as Foxconn operates on a Contract Design and Manufacturing Service (CDMS) model, providing platforms, hardware, and updatable software to the highest bidder.
With the U.S. and many European countries tightening regulations on imported Chinese EVs, Taiwan might seize this opportunity to offer more affordable yet technologically advanced electric vehicles. Foxtron has a range of models ready, from small B-segment hatchbacks to larger pickup trucks.
