HVIP

Workhorse Group Adds Riverview International Trucks as its Fifth California Dealer

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

CINCINNATI, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workhorse Group Inc. (Nasdaq: WKHS ) (“Workhorse” or “the Company”), an American technology company focused on pioneering the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles, today announced it has added Riverview International Trucks (“Riverview”) as its latest vehicle dealer, bringing the Company’s total dealer count in California to five.

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  • CINCINNATI, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workhorse Group Inc. (Nasdaq: WKHS ) (“Workhorse” or “the Company”), an American technology company focused on pioneering the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles, today announced it has added Riverview International Trucks (“Riverview”) as its latest vehicle dealer, bringing the Company’s total dealer count in California to five.
  • With locations in West Sacramento and Redding, Riverview is a family owned and operated full-service heavy-duty truck dealership that has been serving Northern California since 1981.
  • Riverview’s customer-first approach has allowed it to forge longstanding partnerships with leading businesses in California.
  • “This strategic partnership represents another step forward in our ongoing expansion efforts in California,” said Workhorse CEO Rick Dauch.

IMC UNVEILS DESIGN OF ITS 50 NIKOLA HYDROGEN FUEL CELL ELECTRIC TRUCKS AT GRAND OPENING OF SUSTAINABLE FACILITY

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

PHOENIX, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, proudly marked a significant milestone as IMC, the largest marine drayage company in the U.S., unveiled the inaugural livery that will adorn its fleet of 50 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks. This milestone follows a strategic deal that has been in progress since early 2023 and was formally commemorated during the grand opening of IMC's state-of-the-art sustainable Compton facility.

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  • This milestone follows a strategic deal that has been in progress since early 2023 and was formally commemorated during the grand opening of IMC's state-of-the-art sustainable Compton facility.
  • "Nikola is proud to be at the forefront of sustainable transportation alongside IMC," said Nikola President and CEO Steve Girsky.
  • In a forward-thinking move, IMC initiated the purchase of 50 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks through Tom's Truck Centers, a valued member of the Nikola sales and service dealer network .
  • "Our order for 50 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks signifies our commitment to innovation and sustainability in drayage operations," said IMC CEO Joel Henry.

Nikola Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

"In California, we have 99% of all the hydrogen fuel cell electric tractor HVIP vouchers requested in 2023 through January 2024," Girsky continued.

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  • "In California, we have 99% of all the hydrogen fuel cell electric tractor HVIP vouchers requested in 2023 through January 2024," Girsky continued.
  • It's a testament to our market leading position, quality of our products, and the high level of Nikola fleet success.
  • In Q4 2023, we demonstrated our ability to produce, manufacture, and deliver the hydrogen fuel cell electric truck .
  • In Q4 2023, we delivered what we believe is the first production hydrogen fuel cell electric truck available in North America.

GreenPower Appoints Monarch Truck Center as Dealer in the California Bay Area

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV) ("GreenPower"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of purpose-built, all-electric, zero-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicles serving the cargo and delivery market, shuttle and transit space and school bus sector, today announced the appointment of Monarch Truck Center, a premier medium-duty truck dealer in the California Bay Area, as its commercial dealer serving the St. Clara, San Jose and Union City, California markets.

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  • "GreenPower is excited to welcome Monarch Truck Center to our network of commercial EV truck dealers.
  • "We are proud to offer our customers the best vehicles available in the marketplace," said Nicole Guetersloh, President of Monarch.
  • Monarch is currently an authorized dealer for Isuzu, Hino and REE (EV) trucks, and is the undisputed Bay Area leader in new and used medium-duty truck sales and leasing.
  • Guetersloh noted that Monarch has now been listed as an approved California HVIP dealership for GreenPower all-electric, purpose-built commercial vehicles.

The Mullen THREE, Class 3 EV Truck Now CARB Certified and Ready for Sale in All CARB States and District of Columbia

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Monday, January 29, 2024

BREA, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN – Mullen Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an emerging electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, today announces the achievement of a key commercial EV milestone with its all-electric Class 3 low cab forward chassis truck, receiving certification from the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”). The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations. The District of Columbia and 14 states, including California, have adopted vehicle standards under Section 177 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. §7507), which requires additional approvals beyond EPA regulations.

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  • The certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers who meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations.
  • The District of Columbia and 14 states, including California, have adopted vehicle standards under Section 177 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C.
  • Mullen’s Class 1 and Class 3 commercial vehicles are now both in receipt of Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) and CARB certifications.
  • “Having both our Class 1 and Class 3 commercial EVs now CARB and EPA certified will continue to drive sales in all states across America.”

LION ELECTRIC INITIATES DELIVERIES OF LIOND, A NEW ALL-ELECTRIC SCHOOL BUS MODEL

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

"We're excited for customers to deploy their LionDs and experience all that they have to offer.

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  • "We're excited for customers to deploy their LionDs and experience all that they have to offer.
  • These electric school buses, which are in high demand on the West Coast, are manufactured in the United States at our Joliet, Illinois facility," said Nicolas Brunet, President of Lion.
  • It is the first Lion bus to feature Lion's driver-centric cockpit with a liquid crystal display interface that has been specifically engineered for managing electric operational performance.
  • Purpose-built for electric, the LionD is advantaged by its design with an all-electric powertrain that offers lower energy and maintenance costs compared to traditional diesel-powered school buses.

Workhorse Group Receives HVIP Approval from California Air Resources Board for the W56

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

The HVIP incentive program reduces cost barriers for EV ownership in California to help transition the state to zero emissions.

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  • The HVIP incentive program reduces cost barriers for EV ownership in California to help transition the state to zero emissions.
  • Through the HVIP incentive program, vehicle purchasers and participating dealers are eligible to apply for a base voucher of $85,000 per W56 purchased.
  • The Company began production of the W56 in September 2023 and recently received its first fleet purchase order for W56 step vans in California.
  • With the HVIP approval and capacity to build up to 5,000 W56 units per year, Workhorse is well positioned to advance our product roadmap and drive growth.”

Workhorse Group Expands Dealer Network to Eight Partners Nationwide

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The Company also announced that Fairway EV has recently been confirmed as a Workhorse Certified Dealer.

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  • The Company also announced that Fairway EV has recently been confirmed as a Workhorse Certified Dealer.
  • The Company’s total dealer count has now grown to eight partners nationwide.
  • In total, Workhorse now counts four dealer partners in California, the nation’s leading EV market.
  • “The expansion of our dealer network is a critical step forward to growing our sales across the country,” said Workhorse CEO Rick Dauch.

Cenntro Electric Group’s LS400 Approved for California’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Preceding the HVIP approval, Cenntro’s LS400 received certification from CARB as a zero-emission vehicle in the state of California in June of this year.

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  • Preceding the HVIP approval, Cenntro’s LS400 received certification from CARB as a zero-emission vehicle in the state of California in June of this year.
  • The zero-emission vehicle certification is awarded to vehicle manufacturers that meet specific emissions standards in compliance with CARB regulations.
  • The LS400’s certification as a zero-emission vehicle cleared the way for the LS400 to be approved for participation in the HVIP.
  • We expect this incentive to drive sales in California as we propel commercial fleet electrification across the US and worldwide.”

California Truck Centers Certified as Authorized Dealer for RIZON Battery-Electric Trucks

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Fresno, California, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity EV , the exclusive U.S. distributor of RIZON battery-electric trucks , has added California Truck Centers , one of the state’s largest and family-owned commercial truck dealerships, to its authorized dealer network.

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  • Fresno, California, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Velocity EV , the exclusive U.S. distributor of RIZON battery-electric trucks , has added California Truck Centers , one of the state’s largest and family-owned commercial truck dealerships, to its authorized dealer network.
  • California Truck Centers is now certified to sell and service the Class 4-5 zero-emissions cabover trucks – engineered by Daimler Truck – at six of its eight California locations in Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, Santa Maria, San Luis Obispo, and Keyes.
  • “With their extensive customer service reputation in the commercial truck industry, California Truck Centers’ sales and service teams are well-skilled in helping customers navigate the transition to battery-electric trucks.
  • With more than 800 employees who specialize in OEM truck parts, body shop service and repair, in-house financing, and rentals and leasing, California Truck Centers earned Certified Elite Support status through Daimler Truck.