Canoo Partners with The AA in the UK for Premium Roadside Assistance Services to Commercial and Government Customers
Canoo Inc. (GOEV) has partnered with The AA, the UK's leading breakdown service provider, to deliver premium service and repair support for Canoo's commercial fleet and government customers in the United Kingdom. The AA, with over 11 million business vehicles in its breakdown customer base, will provide specialized services including 24/7 emergency roadside assistance, commercial EV charging support, and fleet management tools. The partnership aims to minimize fleet downtime and support the UK's transition to electric vehicles, covering Canoo's LDV 130, LDV 190, and other commercial vehicles.
Canoo Inc. (GOEV) ha stretto una partnership con The AA, il principale fornitore di servizi di soccorso nel Regno Unito, per offrire supporto premium ai servizi e alle riparazioni per la flotta commerciale e i clienti governativi di Canoo nel Regno Unito. The AA, con oltre 11 milioni di veicoli aziendali nella sua clientela di soccorso, fornirà servizi specializzati che includono assistenza stradale emergenziale 24 ore su 24, 7 giorni su 7, supporto per la ricarica di veicoli elettrici commerciali e strumenti per la gestione della flotta. L'obiettivo della partnership è ridurre i tempi di inattività della flotta e supportare la transizione del Regno Unito verso i veicoli elettrici, coprendo i veicoli commerciali di Canoo come l'LDV 130, l'LDV 190 e altri.
Canoo Inc. (GOEV) se ha asociado con The AA, el principal proveedor de servicios de asistencia en carretera del Reino Unido, para ofrecer un servicio premium y soporte de reparación para la flota comercial y los clientes gubernamentales de Canoo en el Reino Unido. The AA, con más de 11 millones de vehículos comerciales en su base de clientes de asistencia, proporcionará servicios especializados que incluyen asistencia en carretera de emergencia 24/7, soporte para la carga de vehículos eléctricos comerciales y herramientas de gestión de flotas. La asociación tiene como objetivo minimizar el tiempo de inactividad de la flota y apoyar la transición del Reino Unido hacia los vehículos eléctricos, abarcando los vehículos comerciales de Canoo como el LDV 130, el LDV 190 y otros.
Canoo Inc. (GOEV)는 영국의 주요 긴급 출동 서비스 제공업체인 The AA와 협력하여 영국의 Canoo 상업용 플릿 및 정부 고객을 위한 프리미엄 서비스 및 수리 지원을 제공하고 있습니다. The AA는 1,100만 대 이상의 상업용 차량을 긴급 출동 고객으로 보유하고 있으며, 24/7 긴급 도로 지원, 상업용 전기차 충전 지원 및 플릿 관리 도구 등 전문 서비스를 제공합니다. 이 파트너십의 목표는 플릿의 가동 중지 시간을 최소화하고 영국의 전기차 전환을 지원하는 것으로, Canoo의 LDV 130, LDV 190 및 기타 상업용 차량을 포함합니다.
Canoo Inc. (GOEV) s'est associé à The AA, le principal fournisseur de services de dépannage au Royaume-Uni, pour offrir un service premium et un support de réparation pour la flotte commerciale et les clients gouvernementaux de Canoo au Royaume-Uni. The AA, avec plus de 11 millions de véhicules professionnels dans sa clientèle de dépannage, fournira des services spécialisés, notamment une assistance routière d'urgence 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7, un soutien à la recharge des véhicules électriques commerciaux et des outils de gestion de flotte. L'objectif de ce partenariat est de minimiser les temps d'arrêt de la flotte et de soutenir la transition du Royaume-Uni vers les véhicules électriques, couvrant les modèles LDV 130, LDV 190 et d'autres véhicules commerciaux de Canoo.
Canoo Inc. (GOEV) hat sich mit The AA, dem führenden Pannendienstleister im Vereinigten Königreich, zusammengeschlossen, um hochwertigen Service und Reparaturunterstützung für die kommerzielle Flotte und die Regierungs kunden von Canoo im Vereinigten Königreich zu bieten. The AA, mit über 11 Millionen Geschäftsfahrzeugen in seiner Pannenkundenbasis, wird spezialisierte Dienstleistungen anbieten, darunter 24/7 Notfall-Pannenhilfe, Unterstützung beim Laden von gewerblichen Elektrofahrzeugen und Flottenmanagement-Tools. Das Ziel der Partnerschaft ist es, die Ausfallzeiten der Flotte zu minimieren und den Übergang des Vereinigten Königreichs zu Elektrofahrzeugen zu unterstützen, einschließlich der Canoo-Modelle LDV 130, LDV 190 und anderen gewerblichen Fahrzeugen.
- Strategic partnership with UK's largest breakdown service provider enhances service coverage
- Access to AA's extensive network serving over 11 million business vehicles
- 24/7 specialized EV support and maintenance services
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This partnership with The AA, while strategically positioned for UK market entry, has immediate financial impact for Canoo. The agreement primarily establishes service infrastructure but doesn't guarantee revenue or sales. While The AA's extensive network covering 11 million business vehicles provides credibility, Canoo still faces significant challenges in vehicle production and market penetration. The partnership addresses a critical operational need but doesn't resolve Canoo's immediate financial concerns or cash burn rate.
The UK commercial EV market represents a growth opportunity with the government's 2050 net-zero target, but Canoo must first demonstrate consistent vehicle deliveries and revenue generation. This agreement is more about future positioning than current value creation, particularly given Canoo's current market capitalization of just
JUSTIN, Texas and LONDON, Oct. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canoo Inc. (Nasdaq: GOEV), a high-tech advanced mobility company, today announced that the company has signed an agreement with The AA, the UK’s No.1 breakdown provider, to enhance the customer experience with premium service and repair for Canoo’s commercial fleet and government customers throughout the United Kingdom.
The AA (Automobile Association) has a rich history in the UK, having been established almost 120 years ago. It has evolved from its origins in providing roadside assistance to becoming a significant player in managing a vast fleet of vehicles for businesses. With a breakdown customer base of over 11 million business vehicles, the AA offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to various vehicle types, including cars, vans, and trucks both under and over 3.5 tons.
As the UK progresses towards its net-zero target by 2050, the demand for electric commercial vehicles will continue to grow significantly. This surge will create a corresponding increase for trusted and reliable service for these commercial electric vehicles. The AA provides comprehensive maintenance and complementary services, including emergency roadside assistance, commercial electric vehicle charging support, equipment evaluations and specification, and fleet management connected tools.
“The AA, which was established in 1905, has an impeccable reputation and response time and will provide our commercial and government customers in the UK with access to world-class expertise in electric commercial vehicle service, maintenance and repair including breakdown services, and charging infrastructure support,” said Tony Aquila, Investor, Executive Chairman, and CEO of Canoo. “Minimizing downtime for commercial fleets is essential for maximizing productivity and profitability. Every moment a vehicle is off the road translates to lost revenue and potential delays in service delivery, which can ultimately affect customer satisfaction and reputation. We are partnering with The AA to ensure shorter downtimes, enhance productivity, improve service quality, and ultimately driving increased business productivity.”
The AA will provide the following services for the company’s LDV 130, LDV 190 and other commercial vehicles as follows:
- Specialised Breakdown Cover: expert breakdown cover for electric vehicles ensures that drivers have access to 24/7 support. The AA’s trained technicians are equipped to handle battery-related issues and other EV-specific challenges, providing peace of mind for commercial drivers.
- Charging Infrastructure Development: The AA is actively involved supporting the expansion of the charging network across the UK. By partnering with key stakeholders, The AA is helping to create a more accessible and reliable charging infrastructure, enabling businesses to operate their electric fleets with confidence.
“We are excited to partner with Canoo to provide comprehensive support for its commercial customers throughout the United Kingdom,” said James Starling, Business Services Director at The AA. “We look forward to supporting Canoo and their partners, playing a pivotal role in ensuring their fleet customers remain operational. Our goal is to offer timely services that keep these vehicles on the road where they belong. Our approach aligns seamlessly with Canoo’s vision for rolling out electric vehicles. We are committed to introducing groundbreaking vehicles as part of our 'test and scale' strategy for fleet decarbonisation.”
About The AA
The AA is the UK’s leading provider of roadside assistance serving 14 million drivers with approximately 2,700 patrols attending an average of 9,000 breakdowns daily. The AA holds a number of industry awards for customer service and fleet support and is rated by drivers as the first choice for electric vehicle breakdown.
The AA’s mission is to create confidence for drivers now and for the future – anticipating drivers’ needs since 1905 and striving to be always ahead. The AA provides services across its roadside businesses from AA Driving School and BSM, to Drivetech, the leader in fleet driver education. In addition, AA Smart Care provides bookings for MOTs, maintenance, service and repair in AA certified garages. AA Cars is a trusted vendor of used cars with free history checks and breakdown cover. The AA’s insurance broker offers motor and home policies, operating a diverse panel of underwriters including the AA’s in-house underwriter, plus AA Financial Services and Accident Assist. The AA continues to invest in connected car innovation and digital services.
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About Canoo
Founded in 2017, Canoo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOEV) is an automotive tech company that manufactures electric cargo vehicles, built to deliver, for large commercial, government and fleet customers globally. The company has developed design-forward innovative electric vehicles with steer-by-wire technology on its common modular platform with end-to-end software plus power solutions. Canoo’s platform is purpose-built to maximize the vehicle interior space and is customizable to support a wide range of business and government applications. Headquartered in Justin, Texas, Canoo has teams located in California, Michigan and Oklahoma with world-class vehicle and battery facilities in Oklahoma City. For more information please visit www.canoo.com and investors.canoo.com.
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