Cubonic, the emerging player in the electric shuttle market, has entered into a strategic partnership agreement with Punch Powertrain, a leading transmission manufacturer specializing in hybrid and electric drives. This collaboration aims to integrate Punch Powertrain’s electric drives into Cubonic’s vehicle architecture, focusing on the popular PeopleMover minibus and CargoMover light transport vehicle.
Having recently emerged from the insolvency of Aachen-based electric shuttle developer Moove, Cubonic is poised to leverage the expertise of Punch Powertrain to further enhance its PeopleMover and CargoMover solutions. With a reputation for delivering complete hybrid and electric drive systems, Punch Powertrain’s involvement will undoubtedly accelerate the development of Cubonic’s electric commercial vehicles. By capitalizing on Punch Powertrain’s extensive experience in mobility applications, Cubonic aims to create highly customizable electric solutions that offer automated and autonomous driving, seamless connectivity, and increased productivity and profitability.
While specific technical details about Punch Powertrain’s electric drive were not disclosed, the partnership ensures that Punch Powertrain will provide full support for the integration process. The initial phase will involve the installation of Electric Drive Units in Cubonic’s advanced prototypes at their new facility in Pulheim-Brauweiler, Germany.
Günter Butschek, CEO of Cubonic, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating that the partnership with Punch Powertrain will accelerate the development of their eLCVs, allowing them to redefine last-mile transportation for people and goods. The alignment of values, including agility, innovation, and sustainability, between the two companies further strengthens their partnership and paves the way for long-term success.
Sébastien Mazoyer, CEO of Punch Powertrain, shared his excitement about providing state-of-the-art electric powertrains as Cubonic’s technology and production partner. He emphasized that the collaboration aligns with Punch Powertrain’s vision and strategic approach to delivering value and accelerating product introduction to the market. Mazoyer’s team is fully committed to supporting Cubonic in creating a unique value proposition for their customers, propelling the electric transportation of people and goods to new heights.
Cubonic was established on November 22, 2022, following the transfer of operations from Moove GmbH, which had filed for insolvency. Previously known as e.GO Moove GmbH, the company was originally founded in 2018 as a joint venture between ZF and e.GO Mobile, focusing on electric shuttles. In 2020, Miltenyi Biotec acquired ZF’s shares, leading to the company’s separation from e.GO and subsequent rebranding as Moove GmbH. Now, as Cubonic, the company is set to make significant strides in the electric vehicle market with the support of Punch Powertrain.
