GreenPower Enters into Joint Venture with Jupiter Group in India to Market the Right Hand Drive EV Star Cab and Chassis

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GreenPower Motor Company (NASDAQ: GP) has announced a joint venture with Jupiter Wagon Group to introduce its all-electric EV Star Cab and Chassis to the Indian market. This collaboration aims to create a right-hand-drive version tailored for India's needs, enhancing GreenPower's footprint in a new market for medium and heavy-duty electric vehicles. The EV Star CC RHD offers two battery options, providing payloads and ranges suitable for diverse delivery needs. The partnership leverages GreenPower's electric vehicle expertise and Jupiter's manufacturing capabilities in India.

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• Joint venture with Jupiter Wagon Group expands market reach in India.
• Introduction of the EV Star Cab and Chassis tailored for Indian specifications.
• Two battery options providing flexibility for mid and last-mile delivery solutions.

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HYDERABAD, India, May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (NASDAQ: GP) (TSXV: GPV) ("GreenPower"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of zero-emission, electric-powered, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, announces that through its wholly owned subsidiary EA Green-Power Pvt Ltd. has entered into a joint venture with the Jupiter Wagon Group ("Jupiter") to bring select GreenPower all-electric vehicles to the Indian market.

Jupiter is a premier manufacturer of railway wagons, passenger coaches, wagon components and castings in India with customers such as the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Shipping, Tata Motors, VOLVO Eicher Motors, Bharat Benz and Avia Motors. Jupiter owns manufacturing facilities across India.

"GreenPower has joined forces with Jupiter Wagon Group to bring GreenPower's EV Star CC to the Indian Market," stated Brendan Riley, GreenPower President. "We are excited to work with Jupiter to conform (homologate) a right-hand-drive version of the vehicle that is already proven and popular in North America. Both GreenPower and Jupiter believe that this zero-emission, battery electric platform is exactly what is needed for India to both provide a clean air solution and a cost-effective way to move people and goods. This collaboration leverages the proven EV prowess of GreenPower and the manufacturing and distribution strength of JWL."

GreenPower's EV Star Cab and Chassis Right Hand Drive (EV Star CC RHD) is a purpose-built multi-utility zero-emissions vehicle with a standard battery pack of 62.5 kWh providing a payload of 4,095 kilograms with a range of 150 kilometers or an optional battery pack of 118 kWh providing a payload of 3,675 kilograms with a range of 250 kilometers. GreenPower's EV Star Cab and Chassis accommodates a wide variety of mid and last-mile delivery needs while maintaining the benefits of being a zero-emission vehicle.

Priyankar Balekai, Vice President, Global Trucks for Greenpower stated, "We've recently opened our office in Hyderabad and are excited to be working with Jupiter to demonstrate the EV Star CC RHD to the Indian market, which is an untapped market for medium and heavy duty all-electric vehicles."

Contacts
Brendan Riley
President
(510) 910-3377

Priyankar Balekai
Vice President, Global Trucks
+91 845-100-1161

Mike Cole
Investor Relations
(949) 444-1341

Megan Kathman
Skyya PR for GreenPower
(651) 785-3212
megan@skyya.com 

About GreenPower Motor Company Inc.
GreenPower designs, builds and distributes a full suite of high-floor and low-floor all-electric medium and heavy-duty vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, shuttles, cargo van, and a cab and chassis. GreenPower employs a clean-sheet design to manufacture all-electric vehicles that are purpose built to be battery powered with zero emissions while integrating global suppliers for key components. This OEM platform allows GreenPower to meet the specifications of various operators while providing standard parts for ease of maintenance and accessibility for warranty requirements. GreenPower was founded in Vancouver, Canada with primary operational facilities in southern California. Listed on the Toronto exchange since November 2015, GreenPower completed its U.S. IPO and NASDAQ listing in August 2020. For further information go to www.greenpowermotor.com

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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. © 2022 GreenPower Motor Company Inc. All rights reserved.

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FAQ

What is GreenPower's recent joint venture in India?

GreenPower has entered into a joint venture with Jupiter Wagon Group to market its EV Star Cab and Chassis in India.

What vehicle is GreenPower introducing in India?

GreenPower is introducing the EV Star Cab and Chassis, specifically a right-hand-drive version for the Indian market.

What are the specifications of the EV Star Cab and Chassis?

The EV Star Cab and Chassis offers two battery options: 62.5 kWh with a range of 150 km and 118 kWh with a range of 250 km.

Why is the joint venture with Jupiter significant for GreenPower?

The partnership allows GreenPower to leverage Jupiter's manufacturing capabilities and market presence in India for electric vehicles.

What type of vehicles does GreenPower manufacture?

GreenPower manufactures zero-emission, electric vehicles including medium and heavy-duty models.