European startup Flynt has unveiled its first fully electric light commercial vehicle, said to be engineered to meet the needs of modern European fleets.
Planned for launch from 2026, the new 3.5-tonner will offer “outstanding efficiency, impressive payload and a digital-first driver experience, all wrapped in a rugged, versatile design”.
Range will be up to 500km (310 miles) and the eLCV will sit on a purpose-developed electric platform, “powered by world-class EV technology from China” and with front-, rear- and all-wheel-drive options.
The Dutch business is teaming up with established Chinese automotive firms in a move to create a “next-generation, asset-light OEM” that “represents the rollout of an entirely new, customer-driven business model built for the electric age”.
All R&D and production are handled through strategic partnerships with established manufacturing players in a move to ensure quality, scalability and speed to market across the planned product line-up.
For the debut model, the company is partnering with MiracoMotor – a dedicated eLCV spin-off backed by GAC Group, one of China’s leading EV manufacturers.
Daniel Kirchert, founder of Flynt, said: “We’re not a carmaker in the traditional sense. We’ve built a smarter, more flexible model – one that puts customer needs first and uses the best global technology to deliver world-class electric vans faster and more cost-effectively than legacy players ever could.”
The company added that partnering with existing Chinese auto giants would deliver unmatched development speed and R&D scale, along with outstanding product quality, advanced digital architecture and a software-defined architecture.
Rogan Liu, founder of Flynt, went on: “By integrating this advanced EV technology into a vehicle specifically designed for European fleets, we’re able to achieve a level of efficiency, reliability, and performance that directly translates into lower total cost of ownership.
“It’s a product built not just for today’s expectations – but for tomorrow’s operations.”
The first model has been conceived as “a scalable, high-performance eLCV designed to future-proof transport operations – from last-mile logistics to mobile trades”.
It will feature a 100kWh NCM battery with expected efficiency of 20kWh/100km (3.1m/kWh) and an 800V system architecture that enables charging at 22kW AC, with 220kW DC fast charging giving a 30-80% charge in 20 minutes. It will also feature vehicle-to-grid and vehicle-to-load functionality.
Cargo space stands at 8.7 to 16.5m3 with up to 1,630kg payload.
Onboard technology will include a 12.8-inch infotainment display, 8.8-inch driver’s cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
“We’ve spent the last 18 months in constant dialogue with customers across Europe – from logistics to construction to service fleets,” said Laura Peschke, co-founder of Flynt. “This vehicle is the result of that ongoing co-creation process. It reflects real needs, not assumptions. Being close to the customer isn’t just a strategy for us – it’s who we are.”
The launch will also be propelled by a “proprietary digital platform designed to support every stage of the customer experience – from initial engagement to long-term operation and service”. The holistic service will offer a 360-degree solution – including integrated clean energy offerings.
Initial distribution agreements have already been signed, and work is underway on a “robust partner network that ensures coverage, support and uptime from day one”.
Flynt is preparing for an official market launch in its initial European markets starting in 2026, followed by a gradual ramp-up and phased expansion across all 26 target markets in the region.
