Setting off from the needs for the rapidly rising e-commerce and light mobility trend, Rakun, the fully electric two- and three-wheeled motorcycles that Ford Otosan developed to produce environmentally friendly and innovative vehicles that serve the end-point delivery, continues to expand its commercial fleets. Rakun delivered 100 vehicles to the company within the scope of its cooperation with Turkey’s online discount market BiSU. Standing out with its 10-fold turnover growth in the last one year, BiSU continues to invest in environmentally friendly vehicles in line with its sustainability goals. Delivering basic needs products in multi-packs and economic sizes to consumers in a short time like 30 minutes through over 100 warehouses, BiSU has achieved a significant success in the sector by increasing the share of electric vehicles in the total fleet to 25 percent. BiSU operates at 67 points in total on the Anatolian and European sides of Istanbul with Rakun’s electric motorcycles. Rakun General Manager Eren Atlı, who made evaluations on the subject, said, “We set out to provide services with different business models for all users looking for innovative, environmentally friendly and light mobility solutions. We aimed to be the solution to transportation problems with our e-motorcycle, which was developed entirely by Ford Otosan engineers. At this point, our stakeholders have the opportunity to make their deliveries in a safe, environmentally friendly and extremely quiet way through our 100% electric vehicles. In this context, we are happy to cooperate with BiSU and to support their operations. With the inspiration we get from our customers, we will continue to develop innovative products and technologies that meet their mobility needs.” BiSU Co-Founder and CEO Ergin Üner said, “As a company that controls nearly 400 vehicle movements every day, we always see sustainability as one of our priorities. In this context, it is very important for us to increase the share of zero-emission electric vehicles in our vehicle fleet. Increasing the number of Raccoon brand vehicles in our fleet to 100 with the last delivery is the strongest indicator of our determination on this road. We are very pleased with our cooperation with Rakun, one of the leading companies of the Turkish entrepreneurship ecosystem in this field. As two companies that have adopted the principle of creating value for our country, our people and our nature, we want to further strengthen our cooperation in the coming period and increase the number of Raccoons in the BiSU fleet.” Environmentally friendly, quiet and high performance operations Raccoon e-bikes carry out their operations in an environmentally friendly manner. In addition, the ‘silent engine’ of the vehicles prevents noise pollution, especially for orders made in the evening or at night. Thanks to its load carrying capacity and its structure that provides high performance even on slopes, it increases the success in operations. It is possible to reach high goals with low costs. Rakun, a subsidiary of Ford Otosan with all its technology, design and production; In addition to companies operating in the market, catering, logistics and cargo sectors, it also offers services to municipalities with different business models. It responds to the large fleet needs of all companies and institutions looking for innovative and light mobility solutions with rental and purchasing options. Rakun has significant cost advantages for fleets with its powerful electric motor technology that provides high performance on both flats and slopes, its durable structure that does not require maintenance up to 75,000 kilometers or up to three years, and profitable subscription models. The Pro 2 model in the product range can carry up to 155 kilos with its driver, and the Pro 3 model can carry a load of up to 179 kilos; Vehicles can travel more than 100 kilometers on a full charge. It reaches a full charge level in 4.5 hours in a household socket without a charging unit. Raccoon also stands out with its after-sales services. Thanks to its mobile service, it provides on-site support without stopping the operation. Customers who wish can also receive service from selected Ford passenger and light commercial services. The production of raccoon e-bikes has been going on at Ford’s Eskişehir factory since 2022.