Gasgoo Munich- Dongfeng Automobile Co., Ltd. unveiled its new autonomous freight mobility brand, Dongfeng OpenVAN, at a global launch event in Xiangyang, Hubei Province, on June 6, introducing four driverless logistics vehicles developed in partnership with autonomous driving specialist Zelos. Image source: Zelos Dongfeng said the lineup represents the first city-focused autonomous cargo vehicle series launched by a commercial vehicle manufacturer, underscoring a growing trend of collaboration between established vehicle makers and self-driving technology companies. According to the company, the OpenVAN name combines the concepts of openness and intelligent transportation. "Open" reflects an open technology platform, manufacturing capability and partnership ecosystem, while "VAN" represents a mobile logistics unit. The brand positions itself as a provider of intelligent freight solutions with ambitions to become a global leader in autonomous logistics while promoting safer transportation, more efficient delivery operations and lower-emission urban mobility. Image source: Zelos The initial product portfolio spans a broad range of logistics applications. The DF-2 offers a cargo volume of 2 cubic meters, a payload capacity of 1 tonne and a driving range of 120 kilometers, targeting last-mile delivery, road inspection and light sanitation operations. The DF-8 provides 8 cubic meters of cargo space, a payload of 2.8 tonnes and a range of 150 to 195 kilometers, making it suitable for retail distribution and cold-chain transportation. The DF-25 delivers 25 cubic meters of cargo capacity, a 4-tonne payload and a range of 300 kilometers, positioning it as an alternative for 4.2-meter light-duty truck applications. At the top of the range, the DF-60 features 60 cubic meters of cargo volume, a payload capacity of 13.6 tonnes and a range of 200 kilometers, covering freight scenarios typically served by 9- to 12-meter commercial trucks. Together, the four models are designed to support logistics operations ranging from last-mile delivery to trunk