CINCINNATI, Nov. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Workhorse Group
Inc. (NASDAQ: WKHS), an American technology company focused on
providing electric mobility solutions to the commercial
transportation sector, today announced it has commenced
implementation of agreements to test and operate its new N-Gen
electric van.
"The new N-Gen platform represents a new day for last-mile
delivery," said Stephen Burns, CEO
of Workhorse. "With agreements now in place to test and operate
N-Gen vehicles in several cities across the United States, Workhorse continues to be
on the front edge of transformative innovation in the commercial
transportation sector."
The electric N-Gen van, with lightweight composite body, will
provide an anticipated range of 100 miles on a single charge. An
optional gasoline range extender will add an additional 75 miles.
In early on-road testing, the N-Gen has demonstrated a 60-65 MPGe
efficiency.
The N-Gen's ultra low 19-inch floor and 105-inch roof height
maximize cargo space, reduce knee injuries and enhance driver ease
of operation. Standard van options include all-wheel drive,
automatic braking and lane centering, a best-in-class 26-foot
turning radius and superior handling for maximum versatility. The
built-in Workhorse Metron telematics system tracks in real time all
van and drone parameters to optimize performance and efficiency.
Additional configurations for telecomm service/municipal use, as
well as 700-cubic-foot and 1,000-cubic-foot models, are expected in
late 2018.
It will also feature an optional integrated HorseFly™ Unmanned
Aerial Vehicle Package Delivery System. The carbon-fiber,
high-efficiency octocopter drone launches from the roof of a
delivery van and delivers a package to its destination within the
driver's line of sight. The patent-pending truck and drone HorseFly
system is compliant with all current FAA regulations, and can carry
a package weighing up to 10 pounds with a cost of approximately
$.03 per mile.
Workhorse and Ryder System, Inc. in May announced a partnership
that made Ryder — a leader in commercial fleet management,
dedicated transportation, and supply chain solutions — the primary
distributor and provider of service and support for Workhorse light
and medium duty all-electric and range-extended electric vehicles
in North America.
Building on more than 1.5 million miles of real-world experience
with fleet customers operating electric medium-duty trucks, N-Gen
continues Workhorse's legacy of innovation in electric
transportation. Workhorse's E-100 all-electric and E-GEN
range-extended electric medium duty trucks are being used today by
major package delivery companies, chosen for their low total cost
of ownership.
About Workhorse Group Inc.
Workhorse is a technology
company focused on providing electric mobility solutions to the
commercial transportation sector. As an American original equipment
manufacturer, we design and build high performance battery-electric
vehicles including trucks and aircraft. We also develop
cloud-based, real-time telematics performance monitoring systems
that are fully integrated with our vehicles and enable fleet
operators to optimize energy and route efficiency. All Workhorse
vehicles are designed to make the movement of people and goods more
efficient and less harmful to the environment. For additional
information visit www.workhorse.com.
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