The BYD eT3 compact van has had a large impact on how businesses do their logistics here. And it's now set to develop an even larger presence still.

The BYD eT3 has been the best-selling electric van here in Singapore for the past four years despite facing significant challenges including the reduction of the CVES rebate, high commercial vehicle COE price premiums, and sustained competition from rival brands.

To achieve such a feat, there must be more behind the eT3 than its clean drivetrain and compact dimensions. So, we decided to take one example out for an afternoon to find out why it has remained the favourite among logistics firms and tradesmen alike all these years, and even learnt about a few future developments that owners of the van can look forward to!

Right-sized for businesses in Singapore

Chief priority for any business owner shopping for a commercial vehicle is cargo-carrying ability, and those looking at the BYD eT3 certainly won't find it lacking.

Despite measuring in at just 4,460mm long and 1,720mm wide, the BYD eT3 offers a generous 3,800 litres of cargo space. And these compact exterior dimensions also mean that it is ideally-sized for any business here in Singapore, allowing it to be comfortably driven within the tighter streets of our island's cultural districts, and to find parking space when loading/unloading cargo, even at the most challenging worksites. 

And there's one added benefit to those that opt to conduct their business with the BYD eT3. With the all-electric van coming in at 1,875mm tall, those who need to do deliveries to residential addresses will have no difficulty entering most multi-storey carparks!

Loved by drivers and businesses alike

But of course, it's not just the exterior dimensions that has won the eT3 its many fans.

Those who spend long hours on the road are sure to be impressed with the BYD eT3's ergonomic cabin and generous legroom engineered for driver and passenger comfort, even after just one quick drive. Powered by a 134bhp electric motor that delivers a total of 180Nm of instantaneous torque, drivers of the BYD eT3 can look forward to an easier driving experience, even when faced with start-stop traffic. 

With its whisper-quiet electric drive, drivers also won't be as fatigued in this van compared to a diesel-powered one. This not only means safer journeys, but also a more alert driver - essential when there's also plenty of different invoices and receipts to handle and to ensure that the client doesn't end up with the wrong packages!

You won't have to shy away from making deliveries across the island with the BYD eT3 either. You get BYD's blade battery in the eT3, with a total of 44.9kWh of capacity, which allows you to travel up to 280km with each charge. And with a peak charging speed of 50kW when at a direct current charger, no driver will have to wait long at a charging station to top up the eT3's battery. 

Those who will spend all day on the road will also be pleased to note that this blade battery comes with a Proprietary Battery Management System, which ensures that every charging session is done at safe temperatures and prevents dangerous battery swelling.

Supported by a strong aftersales network

But it's not just the strengths of the BYD eT3 that have ensured its popularity here. The van is also supported by a strong aftersales network that ensures that any business that relies on it will see minimum downtime.

Servicing the BYD eT3 is ST Engineering Mobility Services, which operates a 6,500sqm workshop staffed with more than 40 technicians trained to service both electric and combustion-powered vehicles. Complete with a spray booth and its own mobile team, ST Engineering Mobility Services is a one-stop solution for any vehicle services a business may need, from regular maintenance to accident repairs and warranty claims.

All this, of course, comes on top of the promotional servicing package offered with the eT3, as well as its battery warranty of eight years/500,000km - making it a truly dependable option for those that don't want interruptions in their business operations.

And plenty more to come

Interested in giving your business a little boost?

There's no need to spend time second guessing just what sort of logistical support your business needs as ST Engineering Mobility Services will soon be opening a dedicated eT3 showroom. Those looking to start their own businesses can see just how they'd like the cabin of the van as their second office, while fleet purchasers can see more of the van's charging capabilities and cargo space for themselves, even before committing to any downpayment. And you'll soon be able to get your van with a host of advanced driver assisted systems as well, all to ensure that you and your drivers get another layer of protection when they're out on the road.

Find out more about the BYD eT3 here, or contact ST Engineering Mobility Services at their sales hotline at 6660 3991 to set your business logistics on a cleaner and greener path!