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Thanks to gaining EC Whole Vehicle Type Approval - the first commercial electric vehicle to gain the approval - Modec will soon be selling its vehicles in all EU member states without the need for individual national approval.

European Modec dealers are being set up in The Netherlands, Ireland, France, Spain and Denmark thanks to strong market demand for its electric commercial vehicle.

Being purpose-built means the Modec chassis has been designed with safety and functionality in mind, as confirmed by its passing EC Type Approval legislation. All tests have been completed and final paperwork is being processed which means Modec vehicles will soon be on sale in international markets.

Bill Gillespie, Modec CEO, is delighted to have achieved N2 Type Approval:
"The process has been rigorous and the level of testing required is significant. We thank Millbrook and the VCA for their support throughout the process. Modec strongly endorse the concept of European Type Approval and encourage all EV manufacturers to undergo the same process."

"Expanding to European markets was part of the original Modec business plan," added Gillespie. "Many international businesses recognise the benefits of Zero Emission Modec vehicles and demand continues to grow. N2 Type Approval has enabled Modec to meet this demand and expand rapidly."

Type Approval is a process of ensuring that vehicles meet the required environmental and safety standards outlined in the relevant EEC Directives and ECE regulations. Historically, European Type Approval has been available to 'M1' passenger cars, motorcycles and agricultural vehicles. Other types of vehicle, including electric, needed to gain Type Approval, where required, from each individual member country. From the end of April (2009), a change in legislation will make it possible to Type Approve all cars, buses, commercial vehicles and trailers, so that one Type Approval will be valid in all EU member states.