FedEx Places First Order for 15 Workhorse W56 Step Vans to Grow Zero-Tailpipe Emission Fleet
September 09 2024 - 8:30AM
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 that FedEx (NYSE: FDX) has issued a purchase order
for 15 W56 step vans to be delivered in 2024. This milestone order
follows a successful demonstration in which the Workhorse W56 step
van met FedEx operation duty cycle requirements.
The addition of these 15 W56 step vans will support
the FedEx goal to achieve carbon neutral global operations by
2040—underscoring the company’s phased approach to replacing older
vehicle technologies with new, zero tailpipe-emission solutions.
During real-world delivery route testing, the W56 achieved an
impressive 31 MPGe. Compared to the national average fuel economy
of 7 MPG for delivery trucks, this demonstrates significantly lower
energy consumption per mile. Based on an average of 31,875 miles
driven per vehicle per year, the purchase enables the avoidance of
an estimated 607 metric tons of tailpipe emissions annually.1
“FedEx is cultivating a strong roster of electric
vehicle models that can meet the demands of our network,” said Pat
Donlon, Vice President, Global Vehicles, FedEx. “In joining our
fleet, the electric Workhorse W56 will be part of our story as we
aim to transition our global parcel pickup and delivery fleet to
all zero-tailpipe emissions vehicles by 2040.”
Rick Dauch, Workhorse CEO, expressed his enthusiasm
about the collaboration: “We are thrilled to be selected by FedEx
and support their sustainability goals. This milestone demonstrates
our highly efficient and high-quality EV chassis and body along
with our excellent engineering, field support, upfit and
operational capabilities. Our ability to build complete vehicles
differentiates us from our competitors and enables us to quickly
fulfill orders. We look forward to working with FedEx as they
transition to electric last-mile delivery vehicles.”
The Workhorse W56 step van is meticulously
engineered to meet the demanding needs of commercial last-mile
delivery operations. With its efficient eAxle electric drivetrain
and extended range aided by highly efficient regenerative braking,
the W56 delivers superior efficiency, lower operational costs, and
a reduced environmental footprint. This makes it perfectly suited
for stop-and-go delivery routes and an ideal choice for last-mile
delivery.
For more information about the W56 step van and
Workhorse’s portfolio of Class 4-6 battery-electric vehicles, visit
www.workhorse.com.
About Workhorse Group
Inc.Workhorse is a technology company focused on providing
ground-based electric vehicles to the last-mile delivery sector. As
an American original equipment manufacturer, we design and build
high performance, battery-electric trucks. Workhorse also develops
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 workhorse.com.
Forward Looking Statements
The discussions in this press release contain
forward-looking statements reflecting our current expectations that
involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are made under
the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995. When used in this press release, the
words “anticipate,” “expect,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,”
“estimate,” and similar expressions are intended to identify
forward-looking statements and relate to future periods. These are
statements that involve substantial risks and uncertainties,
including our ability to timely deliver the W56 step vans ordered
by FedEx, conditions to delivery and acceptance applicable to the
purchase order, the expected delivery date and the expected
performance of W56 step van, including the expected MPG and the
estimated reduction in tailpipe emissions. Forward-looking
statements are statements that are not historical facts and speak
only as of the date hereof. We expressly disclaim any obligation or
undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any
forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change
in our expectations with regard thereto or any change in events,
conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based,
except as required by law.
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KlassenJoele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher212-355-4449
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