Envirotech Vehicles Receives Purchase Order for Prisoner Transport Van from Cobb County Georgia
Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVTV) announced the deployment of the first all-electric prisoner transport van in the U.S. in partnership with Cobb County in Atlanta. This 2022 model can travel approximately 200 miles on a full charge. CEO Phillip Oldridge expressed excitement about expanding their lineup of zero-emission vehicles, anticipating further adoption in the corrections sector. Cobb County Fleet Director Al Curtis highlighted the partnership's environmental benefits and cost savings. This move aligns with growing government initiatives to electrify fleet vehicles.
- First all-electric prisoner transport van deployment in the U.S.
- Collaboration with Cobb County showcases government interest in EV adoption.
- Vehicle can travel approximately 200 miles per charge, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Demonstrates versatility of Envirotech's logistics van.
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OSCEOLA, AR / ACCESSWIRE / October 27, 2022 / Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVTV), a provider of new zero-emission, purpose-built electric vehicles (the "Company"), today announced what it believes is the first deployment of an all-electric prisoner transport van in the United States via a partnership in the greater Atlanta, Georgia metropolitan area with Cobb County Fleet Management and the Cobb County Sheriff's Office.
The Company's 2022 model-year logistics van, which has been upfitted for prisoner transport, can travel approximately 200 miles on a full battery charge.
Phillip Oldridge, CEO of Envirotech Vehicles, commented, "We are excited to showcase yet another use for our expanding line-up of clean, zero-emission commercial fleet vehicles, and importantly, the versatility of our logistics van. We believe this vehicle will be the first of many to be deployed in the corrections industry, as government agencies seek to electrify all types of fleet vehicles."
Al Curtis, Fleet Director for Cobb County Fleet Management, stated, "Cobb County's Sheriff's Office is committed to being good stewards of our citizens and our environment. We constantly strive to reduce operating cost, reduce cost per mile and the County's carbon footprint. Envirotech has been the perfect partner and has been extremely accommodating to assist us in meeting the County's needs."
About Envirotech Vehicles
Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. is a provider of purpose-built zero-emission electric vehicles focused on reducing the total cost of vehicle ownership and helping fleet operators unlock the benefits of green technology. We serve commercial and last-mile fleets, school districts, public and private transportation service companies and colleges and universities to meet the increasing demand for heavy-duty electric vehicles. Our vehicles address the challenges of traditional fuel price cost instability and local, state and federal environmental regulatory compliance. For more information visit www.evtvusa.com.
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Contact Information
Investor Relations Contacts:
ICR, Inc.
New York, NY
Telephone: (646) 200-8873
Email: envirotech@icrinc.com
Envirotech Vehicles
Susan Emry, Executive Vice President
Telephone: (870) 970-3355 ext. 1001
Email: sue.e@evtvusa.com
Press Inquiries
Stephen Murdoch, VP PR
Telephone: (289) 241-3997
Email: smurdoch@enterprisecanada.com
Arkansas Press Inquiries
Kristen Nicholson, APR
Telephone: (501) 350-3658
Email: knicholson@mhpteamsi.com
SOURCE: Envirotech Vehicles, Inc
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