VivoPower’s Tembo Launches KOVA, its 4WD All-Electric Dual-Motor Platform and Utility Pickup Truck
Globe Newswire•13/11/2026•08:14 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Tembo launches KOVA, a dual-motor 4WD electric utility pickup for fleet customers
- ➤KOVA offers up to 510 km CLTC range and 460 km WLTP range
- ➤KOVA provides up to 1,200 kg payload and 3,000 kg braked towing capacity
- ➤KOVA targets Australia, New Zealand, Philippines and Nepal markets
- ➤Launch markets represent approximately 223,000 annual 4WD pickup units and US$9 billion value
Expert Statements
Kevin Chin, Executive Chairman and CEO of VivoPower
“Most of the fleet operator demand we see across our key markets is for 4WD utility pickup trucks, based on our in-the-field customer business development activities across multiple industries.”
Kevin Chin, Executive Chairman and CEO of VivoPower
“The introduction of Tembo KOVA adds a 4WD electric utility pickup well suited to demanding off-road and rugged on-road fleet use cases, positioning Tembo to address growing customer interest driven by high and volatile diesel prices in our key markets.”
Kevin Chin, Executive Chairman and CEO of VivoPower
“We are pleased to be able to offer the Tembo KOVA to fleet operators in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and Nepal.”
Kevin Chin, Executive Chairman and CEO of VivoPower
“In turn, adding a dedicated 4WD pickup to our lineup is expected to help Tembo compete in the fast-growing electric 4WD pickup segment and support its path toward profitable growth.”
Tembo KOVA is a five-seat dual-cab electric pickup truck with a motor on each axle, configured for demanding off-road and rugged on-road B2B fleet applications
Tembo KOVA will be available in Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines and Nepal
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