Bollinger Motors Secures Follow-on Order for Electric Trucks
Mullen Automotive subsidiary Bollinger Motors has received a follow-on order from TEC Equipment for seven Bollinger B4 all-electric Class 4 trucks. This order builds on Bollinger’s growing demand, with 40 pre-orders already secured ahead of its mid-2024 production launch. These trucks are designed for versatility with customizable configurations for fleet use and boast features like a dual rear-wheel drive axle, payload capacity of 7,325 pounds, and a range of 110-200 miles.
The Bollinger B4 is produced in Michigan and qualifies for federal tax incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act, offering up to $40,000 per vehicle. This latest order reflects increasing interest in Bollinger’s innovative commercial EVs as the company continues to establish partnerships across the fleet management and manufacturing industries.
Mullen Automotive Partners with Emerald and Papé to Develop Refrigerated Electric Trucks
Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) has announced a collaboration with Emerald Transportation Solutions and the Papé Group to create an advanced refrigerated (“reefer”) upfit for the Mullen THREE, a Class 3 all-electric truck. This innovation targets the growing demand for sustainable transportation in industries like home delivery, frozen food, grocery, and beverage distribution.
The Mullen THREE offers a versatile chassis supporting bodies up to 14 feet long and payloads over 5,300 lbs, making it an ideal platform for customized refrigeration solutions. Emerald, with over 55 years of experience in commercial vehicle upfitting, specializes in designing tailored reefer solutions, while Papé provides expertise in distribution and EV market integration.
CEO David Michery highlighted the partnership as part of Mullen’s commitment to delivering efficient, sustainable commercial EVs. The Mullen THREE and Mullen ONE vehicles are eligible for various federal and state incentives, offering significant savings to fleet customers.
This collaboration underscores Mullen’s role in advancing eco-friendly solutions for the commercial transport sector, emphasizing adaptability and efficiency for diverse industries.
Mullen Automotive Secures EV Order from Bay Area Coffee Distributor
Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN), an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has received an order for 10 Class 3 EV cab chassis trucks from Associated Coffee, a San Francisco Bay Area distributor specializing in office coffee and snack delivery. Fulfillment of the order is handled by Papé Group, a West Coast commercial dealer and Mullen’s authorized EV sales and service partner.
Associated Coffee, known for its sustainability efforts and operational efficiency, services over 5,000 Northern California businesses. The company’s adoption of Mullen’s EVs aligns with its focus on reducing carbon emissions and improving environmental impact. Mullen’s EV lineup, including the Mullen THREE Class 3 truck, adheres to stringent environmental standards and offers substantial incentives, including a $45,000 California rebate and a $7,500 federal tax incentive. CEO David Michery expressed pride in supporting Associated Coffee’s sustainability initiatives while promoting EV adoption in the Bay Area.