The 18-in-one electric vehicle: ENVO launches preorders for the UPT modular light EV that buyers can build from scratch

written by Samuel Reed · 4 days ago

ENVO UPT 18 in 1 Modular EV

The UPT Configurator is live for pre-orders

A new Canadian EV is about to hit the market – and it’s rewriting the rules of electric mobility.

Most manufacturers sell one vehicle for one job. With UPT, we built one platform that users can tailor into the perfect vehicle for what they need today and adapt for what they may need tomorrow.”— Ali KazemkhaniVANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 23, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — A fresh electric vehicle from Canada is preparing to launch—and it is fundamentally changing the landscape of electric transportation.

Could it be a compact electric automobile? A four-wheel electric bicycle? A battery-driven ATV designed for agricultural tasks? A golf cart outfitted with a cargo bed?

The answer is yes.

Thanks to two fundamental base platforms and a collection of optional components that permit purchasers to set up their ride in 18 distinct configurations—and even more—the UPT (Utility Personal Transporter) from ENVO Drive Systems can function as any of those vehicles.

“Most manufacturers sell one vehicle for one job. With UPT, we build one platform that users can tailor into the perfect vehicle for what they need today and adapt for what they may need tomorrow.” says ENVO founder Ali Kazemkhani.

With production aimed for late autumn and initial deliveries scheduled for early 2027, the UPT is currently accepting pre-orders at modular-ev.com.

Customers can start with a pre-designed build, such as a low-speed commuter vehicle (LSV), a golf cart, an ATV, or a cargo quadracycle, among other options.

Alternatively, they can construct their own vehicle from the ground up, choosing from an extensive range of personalization options: chassis configuration, drivetrain, battery packs, steering mechanism, tires, seating, bumpers, charger, cargo solutions, accessories, and many more.

Buyers can start building now: the UPT Configurator is live for pre-orders

ENVO’s newly launched Configurator at modular-ev.com, now operational, offers an interactive 3D environment where visitors can examine the LEGO-like UPT, then assemble and reserve their own version.

It is also quite enjoyable to experiment with. Kazemkhani views the Configurator not merely as an online purchasing tool but as an instructional resource that enables users and designers to understand how a light electric vehicle can be modified to suit their requirements.

“Shaping the future of mobility isn’t only about developing new products,” says Kazemkhani. "The way IKEA made modular furniture easier to understand, choose and assemble, the UPT Configurator helps people explore modular mobility, understand different configurations and tailor a right-sized vehicle to their needs.”

Breaking ground in the electric mobility sector

The UPT tackles a challenge that other EV and niche-mobility companies have historically struggled with, according to Kazemkhani, where low production volumes keep expenses high, and the resulting purchase prices hinder widespread adoption.

However, after four years of development and testing, ENVO discovered a solution. By manufacturing a base vehicle chassis in large quantities and allowing end-users to customize it with modular attachments, the UPT became commercially feasible. Not to mention the advantage for buyers: a vehicle tailored precisely for their specific task, without the extra cost typically associated with a purpose-built machine.

With the UPT, the same vehicle that hauls feed on a farm can shuttle guests at a resort, take the family on a trail ride, run parts across a warehouse, or serve espresso from a pop-up cafe.

In all, ENVO anticipates uses for the UPT in more than a dozen sectors: commuting, farming, landscaping, construction, last-mile delivery, campus and airport transport, resort mobility, warehouse and production-line movement, security, municipal work, emergency support, recreation, robotics, events and other specialized light-duty applications.

UPT pre-orders are open, with three refundable reservation options

Depending on configuration, UPT is expected to support features such as modular batteries, 4WD, individual wheel traction control, crawl mode, remote and robotic-control readiness, over-the-air software and firmware updates, app-ready controls, accessory power and control, solar-charge readiness, stackable storage, safe compliant battery packs and IP67-rated protection for demanding environments.

UPT pricing is expected to range from US$8,000 to US$12,000, depending on the configuration.

For customers and B2B partners, the reservation program provides early access, priority allocation, and launch credit while final configuration and delivery details are completed.

Buyers can visit modular-ev.com to explore the platform, configure their own UPT and get in line early for the first wave of production.

About ENVO Drive Systems
ENVO Drive Systems helps people and communities move better. ENVO offers practical, efficient and right-sized electric mobility products across multiple categories. The UPT builds on ENVO’s growing lineup, which ranges across e-bikes, VEEMO, MoonBike, SnowBike, SnowKart, and more.

Ingrid Coifman
Envo Drive Systems Inc.
+1 778-444-5040
ingrid.c@envodrive.com

ENVO UPT – The Modular EV – One Platform, Infinite Possibilities


Samuel Reed

Samuel Reed is a senior journalist covering the intersection of business, technology, and society. With over a decade of experience, his work focuses on artificial intelligence, corporate governance, and emerging tech trends.

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