Honda launches last-mile micromobility venture with eQuad prototype

Honda has launched a new B2B venture – Fastport – aimed at transforming last-mile deliveries with new micromobility solutions.   

To mark its launch, it will be unveiling its first last-mile delivery vehicle, the Fastport eQuad prototype, next week in Frankfurt, Germany.

The all-electric quadricycle delivery vehicle, designed for use in bike lanes, will enable companies to enhance their urban logistics operations with speed, efficiency and reliability, says Honda.

It is equipped with a pedal-by-wire pedal-assist powertrain and is powered by Honda Mobile Power Pack (MPP) swappable batteries, which should deliver up to 23 miles of range depending on the payload.

The eQuad features numerous energy-saving technologies including a regenerative braking system that captures and reuses energy to boost efficiency, as well as automatic parking brakes for enhanced safety.

Prioritising rider comfort, the eQuad also has a canopy with UV coating and a ceramic tint option, along with a ventilation fan and full-frontal enclosure.

Its chassis design, combined with integrated components and Honda engineering, aims to ensure a smooth ride even on uneven road surfaces.

Fastport will offer large and small vehicle and cargo box container sizes, tailored to meet regional customer needs in European and North American markets.

The modular design of the eQuad allows for customisation in vehicle length to cater to a wide range of uses, including parcel, grocery, and small package deliveries.

First-edition vehicle deliveries are projected to begin in late 2025 and general mass production in the summer of 2026.

Jose Wyszogrod, general manager and founding member of Fastport, said: “The Fastport team has worked tirelessly to create the Fastport eQuad, a zero-emission alternative to delivery vans that solves the challenge of last mile urban logistics by meeting the needs of urban residents expecting on-demand deliveries of packages, groceries and other items.

“Drawing from the deep knowledge of Honda design and engineering talent in the US, the Fastport eQuad is a testament to the commitment of Honda to advancing a more sustainable future through innovative mobility solutions.”

Fastport’s ‘Fleet-as-a-Service’ (FaaS) platform comes with AI-powered dashboards with real-time insights that aim to enhance driver and fleet-management operations.

With connectivity and over-the-air software updates, Fastport say it will also ensure secure access to cloud-based services, unlocking continuous value and improvements over the vehicle’s lifetime.

It is already engaging with major logistics and delivery companies in Europe and North America for pilot test programs ahead of the production launch next year. 

Fastport was born out of the Honda New Business Innovation Lab in Torrance, California. Honda established a team of researchers, designers and engineers from its US operations to undertake co-creation with major global logistics companies.