On February 28, at the themed event “Setting Sail for a New Journey, Starting with Solid Work — Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor & Beibu Gulf Port Group: A New Chapter in Serving the Dual Circulation” co-hosted by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor and Beibu Gulf Port Group, the highly anticipated Chenglong Yiwei 5 New Energy Heavy-duty Truck was officially launched across China. More than just a new vehicle, it is a customer-centric solution delivering peace of mind, higher payload, and greater profitability — developed by Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor after field research in over 127 real transportation scenarios and extensive feedback from truck drivers.
Listening First, Engineering Later: R&D Rooted in Frontline Reality
Before developing this model, engineers from Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor did not rely on office speculation. They spent extensive time traveling to mines, ports, logistics parks and trunk lines nationwide, immersing themselves in more than 50 new energy heavy-duty truck operation scenarios. They spoke in-depth with drivers and fleet owners, documenting the most pressing pain points: high energy consumption, sharp range loss in winter, excessive curb weight reducing payload, and widely varying demands across different transport scenarios.
These real frontline insights led Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor to abandon the simple “ICE-to-EV” conversion path. Instead, the company invested over 5 billion yuan in R&D and assembled a team of more than 1,000 members to develop an all-new electric heavy-duty truck platform from scratch. In the end, engineers translated requirements from 127 scenarios into 372 technical improvements and configurations, with one clear goal: to build a truck that truly fits the job and helps users earn more.
Theoretical adaptation required real-world validation. Since its debut at the 67 Brand Customer Day last year, the Chenglong Yiwei 5 was quickly delivered to early users for months of in-depth trial operation.
A coal transport operator from Shanxi noted the immediate benefit of its lightweight design:
“This truck can carry much more per trip than others. It’s realistic to earn an extra 20,000 to 30,000 yuan a year. And range doesn’t drop sharply in winter, so we don’t worry about running out of power and can keep high uptime.”
A manager of an express delivery fleet in East China praised its operational efficiency:
“Dual-gun fast charging is highly efficient, allowing nearly non-stop operation — perfect for the pace of distribution centers. Energy consumption is also low, saving a considerable amount on electricity costs each year.”
These firsthand testimonials from diverse scenarios prove that the Chenglong Yiwei 5 turns advanced technology into tangible profits for users.
Even before its full launch, the model had won three industry awards:
- Pure Electric Tractor: “Star of New Energy Heavy-duty Trucks”
- Pure Electric Tractor: “Reliable Pure Electric Heavy-duty Truck for Resource Transport”
- Pure Electric Single-Axle Model: “Wealth-Creation Model for Express & Fast Transport”
Five Core Strengths, Two Flagship Models: Turning Technology into Driver Profits
All investment and technology converge into five core advantages:
Lightweight, Low Energy Consumption, High Reliability, High Safety, High Intelligence
— applied to two flagship models to solve different user pain points.
For Resource Transport (Coal, Sand & Gravel)
Chenglong Yiwei 5 Pure Electric Tractor
Built for maximum payload.
Thanks to advanced materials and lightweight design, the curb weight is controlled at 8.8 tonnes, allowing 700 kg more cargo per trip — translating to an extra 20,000–30,000 yuan in annual profit.
With a high-efficiency battery thermal management system and energy recovery, energy consumption is as low as 1.1 kWh per kilometer. Paired with a latest-generation high-capacity battery for long range and dual-gun fast charging, it ensures exceptional uptime, turning higher payload into real annual income.
For Express & Cold-Chain Logistics
Chenglong Yiwei 5 Pure Electric Single-Axle Cargo Truck
Optimized for time-sensitive, cost-sensitive operations.
Chassis curb weight is 300 kg lower than competitors. Under axle-weight regulations, this significantly boosts effective load space and per-trip revenue.
High-efficiency energy recovery brings energy consumption down to just 0.6–0.7 kWh per kilometer, saving users up to 60,000 yuan in annual operating costs. Dual-gun fast charging enables quick energy replenishment without delaying deliveries, maximizing cost savings and efficiency.
Both models inherit the platform’s safety and reliability DNA:
- Frame: one-piece stamped 750 high-strength steel
- Third-generation keel cab as a “mobile safety cabin”
- Whole vehicle and “three-electric” system pass strict tests with IP68 highest protection rating
- Multiple intelligent driving assistance functions for all-around safety
To accompany the nationwide launch, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor also introduced supporting policies for Chenglong full-line vehicle orders.
Born from real driver scenarios, this new energy heavy-duty truck is rolling out across China with a clear mission:
to become a more cost-effective, efficient, and reliable wealth-creation tool for truck drivers on every journey.
