Foton EV Portfolio

Foton is an EV brand owned by BAIC Group and made in China. This model portfolio showcases the shift toward zero-emission mobility.

Vehicles are organized by model family. A model family is an OEM-defined product program sharing a common platform, architecture, and market positioning, from which multiple body styles, variants, and trims are derived.

Foton EV Model Families

List of Foton EV model families - only all-electric (BEV) models are listed:

Foton EV Technology

Platform = level of vehicle platform maturity or advancement, and its dominant system voltage.
Shared = ICE-derived | Dedicated = EV-native platform | SDV-Native = future-proof

E/E Architecture: degree of integration and maturity of the vehicle’s electronic/electric control systems (from Baseline legacy wiring to Advanced domain/zonal designs).
Baseline = Distributed ECUs | Modern = Domain-based | SDV-Native = Zonal-based with central compute

OTA Capability = scope of Over-The-Air updates supported — from Baseline basic infotainment to Advanced control and systems firmware.
Baseline = Infotainment/maps | Limited = Infotainment+ | Partial = Multiple systems | Advanced = Most systems | Full = Full-vehicle updateable

Battery Suppliers = primary traction battery suppliers across the model lineup.

Power Inverter Tech = power electronics technology used (silicon carbide SiC vs silicon), which affects efficiency and thermal performance.
IGBT = Conventional | SiC = High-efficiency | GaN = Next-generation, pilots

Foton electric pickup trucks

About Foton

Foton Motor is a Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer headquartered in Beijing and a subsidiary of the BAIC Group (Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co.). Founded in 1996, Foton is one of China's largest producers of trucks, buses, vans, and agricultural vehicles. The company has evolved from conventional diesel powertrains to become a major player in the new energy commercial vehicle sector, with a strong focus on battery electric, plug in hybrid, and hydrogen fuel cell technologies.

Foton's new energy product portfolio includes light duty delivery vans, city buses, and heavy duty trucks designed for logistics, municipal services, and intercity transport. Notable models include the Foton iBlue series of electric light trucks, the Foton AUV electric and hydrogen fuel cell buses, and the iBlue EV350 logistics van. These vehicles are powered by in house developed electric drivetrains, battery management systems, and intelligent telematics platforms that optimize efficiency and fleet operation.

The company partners with leading energy and technology providers such as CATL, SinoHytec, and Toyota for hydrogen fuel cell system development and component supply. Through its Foton iBlue New Energy division, the brand operates research centers dedicated to next generation battery packs, fast charging integration, and commercial vehicle electrification. Foton has also launched pilot programs in Europe and Southeast Asia for electric and hydrogen bus fleets, showcasing its global expansion ambitions.

Foton's manufacturing network spans more than 20 plants in China, supported by overseas assembly operations in markets including Thailand, Kenya, and Russia. Its focus on electrified commercial vehicles aligns with China's national "dual carbon" strategy, emphasizing reduced fleet emissions and logistics efficiency. The company is investing in vehicle to grid (V2G) systems, data connectivity, and smart fleet management software to enhance the operational intelligence of its electric trucks and buses.

Through its mix of battery electric, hybrid, and hydrogen technologies, Foton Motor is positioning itself as a global leader in the decarbonization of commercial transport. As part of BAIC Group, it plays a central role in driving China's new energy transition across the logistics and public transportation sectors.