Rent Mullen Class 1 EV on Turo
Mullen Automotive has announced that its Class 1 EV cargo van, the Mullen ONE, is now available for rental on Turo, facilitated by Parasol Strategic Solutions, a Turo host in Florida. Parasol, recognizing a demand for compact, eco-friendly cargo vans in urban settings, will pilot the Mullen ONE in Jacksonville, with plans to expand to Baltimore. This initiative allows businesses to access Mullen’s electric vans for cost-effective, sustainable transport.
Mullen’s EV lineup includes the Mullen ONE and the Class 3 Mullen THREE, both designed for urban delivery needs and compliant with U.S. safety and environmental standards. Incentives, including Massachusetts’ MOR-EV rebates and California’s HVIP, alongside the federal tax credit, provide significant savings for fleet buyers.
State Incentives for Bollinger Motors’ B4 Electric Truck
Bollinger Motors’ B4 Class 4 electric truck now qualifies for the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP), providing up to $100,000 in state incentives for buyers. This adds to Bollinger’s other Northeast state incentives:
– Massachusetts: up to $30,000 from the MOR-EV program
– New Jersey: up to $90,000 from the NJ ZIP program
– Pennsylvania: up to $20,000 from the Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program (AFIG).
Combined with the $40,000 federal clean vehicle tax credit under the Inflation Reduction Act, these incentives offer Bollinger customers between $70,000 and $140,000 in potential savings.
Features and Market Positioning of the Bollinger B4
The 2025 Bollinger B4 Chassis Cab is a Class 4 all-electric commercial truck with a unique chassis design to protect its 158-kWh battery. Developed with fleet and upfitter feedback, the B4 is built for durability, safety, and adaptability in urban settings, making it an ideal solution for various commercial fleet needs.
Recent Achievements and Partnerships
Bollinger has achieved several milestones, including:
- The start of full-scale production on September 16
- FMVSS compliance, EPA Certificate of Conformity, and CARB certification
- Vehicle sales to multiple fleet partners, including Momentum Group (145 vehicles), Doering Fleet Management (70 vehicles), and EnviroCharge (50 vehicles)
- Expansion of dealer and service partnerships with entities like TEC Equipment and Nacarato Truck Centers.
Additionally, Bollinger works with Our Next Energy for battery pack supply and has selected Syncron and Amerit Fleet Solutions for warranty and mobile service.
West Coast Expansion and TEC Equipment Partnership
Bollinger recently delivered three B4 trucks to TEC Equipment locations in California and Washington, marking its first West Coast delivery. TEC, a prominent dealer with over 30 locations, views this as an opportunity to meet the growing demand for electric trucks among commercial fleet customers along the West Coast.
Financial Support and Production Updates
Bollinger founder Robert Bollinger provided $10 million in non-dilutive financing to support the production of the B4. The trucks are manufactured at Roush Industries in Michigan, with over 70% U.S.-sourced content.
Mullen Automotive’s Nasdaq Compliance
Mullen Automotive, Bollinger’s parent company, announced on October 16, 2024, that it has regained Nasdaq compliance with minimum bid price requirements, ensuring continued trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market.
Blink Charging’s Offer for Enel X Customers
With Enel X exiting the North American EV charging market, Blink Charging is offering solutions for former Enel X and JuiceBox customers. Blink will replace JuiceBox units for free under a revenue share program, covering the cost of equipment, warranty, and maintenance. Blink’s infrastructure is designed to support future EV technology advancements, such as vehicle-to-grid integration.