Isuzu's First Battery-Electric Pickup, the D-MAX EV, Equipped with Innovative eAxle Technology
Isuzu Debutes Its First Electric Pickup Truck, the "D-MAX EV," Equipped with an eAxle System
Isuzu has unveiled its first battery-electric pickup, the D-MAX EV, featuring a cutting-edge eAxle technology. This technology, jointly developed by BluE Nexus Corp, Aisin Corp, and Denso Corp, integrates electric axles at both the front and rear wheels, combined with a full-time 4WD system.
The D-MAX EV's eAxle system offers a multitude of benefits. The full-time 4WD system ensures power is transmitted to both the front and rear wheels continuously, providing enhanced traction and stability on varied terrains, including rugged off-road conditions. The system is designed to meet the tough basic performance requirements typical for pickup trucks, such as durability under heavy loading and towing, as well as robust drivability on rough roads.
One of the key features of the eAxle technology is its smooth, linear acceleration characteristic of battery electric vehicles, accompanied by low noise and vibration levels, contributing to a quiet and comfortable ride. The compact and efficient design of the eAxle setup makes it suitable for the demands of a pickup truck, enabling integration into the vehicle's drivetrain effectively.
BluE, the electrification system and electric drive module development and sales company, aims to meet the needs of customers worldwide and contribute to the further development and popularization of electrified vehicles. The company's goal is not only to support the hard-working capabilities expected from a pickup but also to deliver the refined driving characteristics of an electric vehicle, reflecting the combined expertise of BluE, Aisin, and Denso in electric powertrain technology.
In line with this, BluE is committed to the realization of carbon neutrality in society. The company will continue to provide valuable technologies and products, as part of its commitment to a carbon-neutral society, and aims to contribute to the installation of its products in all types of electric vehicles.
The eAxle system installed in the D-MAX EV has already been produced in April 2025, marking a significant milestone in Isuzu's journey towards electrification. The product will provide high-performance drive solutions globally, including in major European countries.
In conclusion, the D-MAX EV, equipped with the innovative eAxle technology, represents a fusion of tough pickup truck performance and the linear acceleration and low noise and vibration characteristic of battery electric vehicles. This collaboration between BluE, Aisin, and Denso is a testament to the potential of electrified vehicles and their role in a carbon-neutral future.
The eAxle technology, a collaboration between BluE, Aisin, and Denso, promises to deliver advantages in the automotive industry by meeting the performance requirements of pickup trucks while offering smooth acceleration and low noise levels, reflecting their expertise in electric powertrain technology. In the spirit of their commitment to carbon neutrality, the eAxle system has already been produced and integrated into Isuzu's first battery-electric pickup, the D-MAX EV, to provide high-performance solutions not only in the automotive sector but also in major European countries, further fostering the growth of the transportation and technology industries.
