Automotive group Motorway and Qingling Motors will officially launch an electric heavy vehicle (EHV), the Qingling EQ2, on November 7th.

Priced from SGD 155,888 (US$ 119,490) with a Certificate of Entitlement, the EQ2 is equipped with a 100.5 kWh battery and has a claimed range of up to 515 kilometres on a full charge.

It supports direct-current fast charging at up to 120 kilowatts, enabling the battery to be replenished from 20% to 80% in 30 minutes.

The EQ2 is the first vehicle introduced in Singapore by Qingling Motors, which is listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and is a Chongqing-based manufacturer of commercial vehicles.

Qingling Singapore is the authorised distributor for Qingling Motors in Singapore. It is a joint venture majority-owned by Motorway Group, an automotive company engaged in the sale of new and used cars, and the provision of leasing and rental services.

"The EQ2 is the ideal solution for urban logistics, last-mile delivery, and corporate fleets aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and operating costs," said Qingling Singapore in a statement on Thursday, November 6th.

The introduction of the vehicle precedes the commencement of incentives for electric heavy commercial vehicles in 2026.

Heavy charge

Under the Heavy Vehicle Zero Emissions Scheme, from January 1st, 2026, owners of newly registered EHVs will receive an incentive of SGD 40,000 per vehicle and may obtain co-funding of up to SGD 30,000 for each accompanying charger.

The scheme was announced in March. Earlier in 2025, industry observers stated that the initiative would help narrow the price gap between EHVs and diesel models, thereby encouraging adoption and attracting more brands to introduce such vehicles in Singapore.

However, observers also noted that most prospective purchasers of EHVs would likely delay acquisitions until 2026, when the incentives take effect.

At present, a number of manufacturers, predominantly Chinese, offer EHVs in Singapore, including BYD, Maxus, Farizon, and Sany.

Founded in 1985, Qingling Motors is a joint venture between Qingling Motors (Group), which holds a 50.1% stake, and Japanese vehicle manufacturer Isuzu, which owns 20%.

The majority owner of Qingling Motors (Group) is Chongqing Yufu Holding Group, an investment company controlled by the city of Chongqing.