Tsikot.ph PHUV Prototype

[architect]

makikisali lang po sa discussion...
regarding the last sketch posted by sir oyil....it seems to be in the same length as the anfra transporter..isn't it? I think it would be more advisable kung kasing length lang sya ng revo, crosswind..or at the most, ung innova.....this will ensure that mas madali syang i-maneuver especially jan sa manila na very crowded ang mga roads...lalo na ung mga hindi major arteries.....then magkaron na lang ng two models...a 3-door model (targeted for transport groups with seat arrangement similar to jeepneys) and 5-door model(multi-market target with seat arrangement similar to most AUV's or better yet, seat arrangement of the 5-door model will have 2 options).....

Hi pobreparin,

Thanks for the input. Actually in determining the overall dimensions of the PhUV, we considered the requirements of the target market (mainly OCWs and entrepreneurs), both within Manila and in the provinces. One requirement that we often heard from those in the provinces is the ability to transport 4x 8 boards (plywood, lawanit, hardiflex, g.i. sheets, etc.) efficiently - which means loading them flat on the bed. Thus, the overall dimensions, including length, were heavily influenced by this criterion.

Another requirement that was consistently brought up (both in Manila and in the provinces) was the ability to transport a maximum number of passengers. However as you indicated, maneuverability is an important issue. Thus, the dimensions have to adhered at most close to a mid-sized SUV while still fulfilling the first criterion.

As for models, there is no one model that can serve the total market. By making our PhUV configurable (van, AUV, jeepney, pick-up), we can at least extend our target market range.

For the commuter-type market, we are actually considering an inexpensive three-wheeler type. Note operative word - considering.