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Orange EV Terminal Trucks Selected by ABF Freight to Expand EV Fleet

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ABF Freight, an ArcBest company (ARCB), is expanding its electric vehicle fleet with additional Orange EV terminal trucks. Following an initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022, ABF has grown its fleet to nine vehicles and has ordered five more for 2025 deployments.

The expansion demonstrates ABF's confidence in Orange EV's equipment, which according to ABF Freight president Matthew Godfrey, meets their operational requirements for safe, reliable, and affordable service. The investment aligns with ABF's commitment to responsible environmental management while maintaining their service standards in the less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier sector.

ABF Freight, una compagnia di ArcBest (ARCB), sta espandendo la sua flotta di veicoli elettrici con ulteriori camion terminali Orange EV. Dopo un primo dispiegamento di quattro camion a giugno 2022, ABF ha ampliato la sua flotta a nove veicoli e ha ordinato cinque camion in più per le consegne del 2025.

L'espansione dimostra la fiducia di ABF nell'attrezzatura di Orange EV, che secondo il presidente di ABF Freight, Matthew Godfrey, soddisfa i loro requisiti operativi per un servizio sicuro, affidabile e conveniente. L'investimento è in linea con l'impegno di ABF per una gestione ambientale responsabile, mantenendo al contempo i propri standard di servizio nel settore dei trasporti meno di un carico completo (LTL).

ABF Freight, una empresa de ArcBest (ARCB), está ampliando su flota de vehículos eléctricos con más camiones terminales Orange EV. Tras un primer despliegue de cuatro camiones en junio de 2022, ABF ha aumentado su flota a nueve vehículos y ha ordenado cinco más para despliegues en 2025.

La expansión demuestra la confianza de ABF en el equipo de Orange EV, que según el presidente de ABF Freight, Matthew Godfrey, cumple con sus requisitos operativos para un servicio seguro, confiable y asequible. La inversión está alineada con el compromiso de ABF con la gestión ambiental responsable, manteniendo a la vez sus estándares de servicio en el sector de transporte de carga menor a un camión completo (LTL).

ABF Freight는 ArcBest 회사(ARCB)로서 추가 Orange EV 터미널 트럭으로 전기차 플릿을 확장하고 있습니다. 2022년 6월에 4대의 트럭을 최초 배치한 이후, ABF는 차량 수를 9대로 늘렸고, 2025년 배치를 위해 5대를 추가 주문했습니다.

이번 확장은 ABF가 Orange EV의 장비에 대한 신뢰를 보여주며, ABF Freight의 사장인 Matthew Godfrey에 따르면 이는 안전하고 신뢰할 수 있으며 저렴한 서비스에 대한 운영 요구 사항을 충족합니다. 이 투자는 ABF의 책임 있는 환경 관리에 대한 약속과 일치하며, LTL(소화물 운송) 부문에서 서비스 기준을 유지하고 있습니다.

ABF Freight, une entreprise d'ArcBest (ARCB), élargit sa flotte de véhicules électriques avec des camions terminaux Orange EV supplémentaires. Après un premier déploiement de quatre camions en juin 2022, ABF a augmenté sa flotte à neuf véhicules et a commandé cinq autres pour des déploiements en 2025.

Cette expansion démontre la confiance d'ABF dans l'équipement d'Orange EV, qui, selon le président d'ABF Freight, Matthew Godfrey, répond à leurs exigences opérationnelles pour un service sûr, fiable et abordable. Cet investissement s'aligne avec l'engagement d'ABF en matière de gestion environnementale responsable tout en maintenant ses normes de service dans le secteur du transport de fret moins qu'un camion complet (LTL).

ABF Freight, ein Unternehmen von ArcBest (ARCB), erweitert seine Flotte von Elektrofahrzeugen mit zusätzlichen Orange EV Terminal-Trucks. Nach einem ersten Einsatz von vier Trucks im Juni 2022 hat ABF seine Flotte auf neun Fahrzeuge vergrößert und fünf weitere für Einsätze im Jahr 2025 bestellt.

Die Expansion zeigt das Vertrauen von ABF in die Ausrüstung von Orange EV, die laut ABF Freight Präsident Matthew Godfrey ihren betrieblichen Anforderungen an einen sicheren, zuverlässigen und kostengünstigen Service entspricht. Die Investition steht im Einklang mit ABFs Engagement für verantwortungsvolle Umweltverwaltung, während die Service-Standards im Bereich der Stückguttransporte (LTL) aufrechterhalten werden.

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  • Fleet expansion from 4 to 9 EV terminal trucks, with 5 more ordered for 2025
  • Successful operational implementation confirming reliability and performance
  • Investment in sustainable technology potentially reducing operational costs
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KANSAS CITY, Kan., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange EV today announces that ABF Freight, an ArcBest company and leading less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, continues its commitment to sustainable operations by expanding its fleet of terminal trucks from Orange EV. After an initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022, ABF has since increased its fleet to nine and has purchased 5 more for 2025 deployments, reinforcing confidence in the benefits of Orange EV equipment.

"The Orange EV terminal trucks meet our operational requirements and expectations for safe, reliable, and affordable service and performance," said Matthew Godfrey, ABF Freight president. "We're committed to responsible environmental management, and our investment in EVs aligns with our continuous efforts to enhance efficiency while maintaining exceptional service standards." 

By integrating Orange EV terminal trucks into its fleet, ABF Freight continues to provide industry-leading transportation services while embracing innovative solutions that enhance performance, sustainability, and driver experience.

About Orange EV
Orange EV is the leading manufacturer of 100% electric, zero-emission yard trucks, delivering superior performance and reliability to some of the largest fleets in North America. Designed and built in the U.S., Orange EV trucks have been proven in rigorous, 24/7 operations, providing customers with significant savings in fuel, maintenance, and total cost of ownership. The best terminal trucks ever made. Period. For more information, visit www.orangeev.com.

About ArcBest
ArcBest® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, using its technology, expertise and scale to connect shippers with the solutions they need — from ground, air and ocean transportation to fully managed supply chains. ArcBest has a long history of innovation that is enriched by deep customer relationships. With a commitment to helping customers navigate supply chain challenges now and in the future, the company is developing ground-breaking technology like Vaux, one of the TIME Best Inventions of 2023. For more information, visit arcb.com.

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FAQ

How many Orange EV terminal trucks has ABF Freight ordered for 2025?

ABF Freight has ordered 5 new Orange EV terminal trucks for deployment in 2025.

What is the current size of ABF Freight's Orange EV terminal truck fleet?

ABF Freight currently operates 9 Orange EV terminal trucks in their fleet.

When did ABF Freight (ARCB) first deploy Orange EV terminal trucks?

ABF Freight initially deployed 4 Orange EV terminal trucks in June 2022.

What are the benefits of Orange EV terminal trucks according to ABF Freight?

According to ABF Freight, the Orange EV terminal trucks provide safe, reliable, and affordable service while supporting environmental management goals.
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