Bollinger Motors Partners with EO Charging to Provide Cost-Effective Fleet Electrification Solutions
Bollinger Motors has announced a strategic partnership with EO Charging to provide comprehensive electrification solutions for commercial fleet customers. EO Charging will deliver complete charge assurance solutions, including charger installation, tech stack, and 24/7 support with >99% uptime guarantee. The partnership leverages EO's experience of over 50 million charging sessions and 100,000+ charging units deployed globally.
The collaboration aims to simplify fleet electrification by combining the Bollinger B4 chassis cab with EO's infrastructure. The B4, which began customer deliveries in October, is an all-electric class 4 commercial truck with a 158-kwh battery pack. Recent company milestones include production launch, regulatory certifications, dealer network expansion, and partnerships with key service providers.
Bollinger Motors ha annunciato una partnership strategica con EO Charging per fornire soluzioni di elettrificazione complete ai clienti di flotte commerciali. EO Charging fornirà soluzioni complete per la garanzia di ricarica, inclusi l'installazione dei caricabatterie, la tecnologia e il supporto 24/7 con una garanzia di disponibilità superiore al 99%. La partnership sfrutta l'esperienza di EO con oltre 50 milioni di sessioni di ricarica e oltre 100.000 unità di ricarica distribuite a livello globale.
La collaborazione mira a semplificare l'elettrificazione delle flotte combinando il Bollinger B4 con l'infrastruttura di EO. Il B4, le cui consegne ai clienti sono iniziate a ottobre, è un camion commerciale elettrico di classe 4 con un pacco batteria da 158 kWh. Tra i recenti traguardi dell'azienda ci sono il lancio della produzione, le certificazioni regolatorie, l'espansione della rete di concessionari e le partnership con fornitori di servizi chiave.
Bollinger Motors ha anunciado una asociación estratégica con EO Charging para proporcionar soluciones integrales de electrificación a los clientes de flotas comerciales. EO Charging ofrecerá soluciones completas de garantía de carga, incluyendo la instalación de cargadores, la pila tecnológica y soporte 24/7 con una garantía de tiempo de actividad superior al 99%. La asociación aprovecha la experiencia de EO con más de 50 millones de sesiones de carga y más de 100,000 unidades de carga desplegadas a nivel mundial.
La colaboración tiene como objetivo simplificar la electrificación de flotas combinando el chasis cab Bollinger B4 con la infraestructura de EO. El B4, cuyas entregas a clientes comenzaron en octubre, es un camión comercial totalmente eléctrico de clase 4 con un paquete de batería de 158 kWh. Los hitos recientes de la empresa incluyen el lanzamiento de la producción, certificaciones regulatorias, expansión de la red de concesionarios y asociaciones con proveedores de servicios clave.
볼린저 모터스는 상업용 차량 고객을 위한 포괄적인 전기화 솔루션을 제공하기 위해 EO 충전과 전략적 파트너십을 발표했습니다. EO 충전은 충전기 설치, 기술 스택 및 24/7 지원을 포함한 완전한 충전 보증 솔루션을 제공하며, 가동 시간 보장률은 99%를 초과합니다. 이 파트너십은 전 세계적으로 5천만 회 이상의 충전 세션과 10만 개 이상의 충전 장치를 배포한 EO의 경험을 활용합니다.
이번 협력은 볼린저 B4 섀시 캡과 EO의 인프라를 결합하여 플릿 전기화를 간소화하는 것을 목표로 합니다. B4는 10월부터 고객 배송이 시작된 전기 상업용 4등급 트럭으로, 158kWh 배터리 팩을 장착하고 있습니다. 최근 회사의 이정표에는 생산 시작, 규제 인증, 대리점 네트워크 확장 및 주요 서비스 제공업체와의 파트너십이 포함됩니다.
Bollinger Motors a annoncé un partenariat stratégique avec EO Charging pour fournir des solutions d'électrification complètes aux clients de flottes commerciales. EO Charging proposera des solutions complètes d'assurance de recharge, y compris l'installation de chargeurs, la pile technologique et un support 24/7 avec une garantie de disponibilité supérieure à 99%. Ce partenariat s'appuie sur l'expérience d'EO avec plus de 50 millions de sessions de recharge et plus de 100 000 unités de recharge déployées à l'échelle mondiale.
La collaboration vise à simplifier l'électrification des flottes en combinant le châssis-cab Bollinger B4 avec l'infrastructure d'EO. Le B4, dont les livraisons aux clients ont débuté en octobre, est un camion commercial entièrement électrique de classe 4 avec un pack de batterie de 158 kWh. Parmi les récentes étapes importantes de l'entreprise figurent le lancement de la production, les certifications réglementaires, l'expansion du réseau de concessionnaires et les partenariats avec des prestataires de services clés.
Bollinger Motors hat eine strategische Partnerschaft mit EO Charging angekündigt, um umfassende Elektrifizierungslösungen für Kunden von kommerziellen Flotten bereitzustellen. EO Charging wird vollständige Ladegarantielösungen anbieten, einschließlich der Installation von Ladegeräten, technischer Infrastruktur und 24/7-Support mit einer Verfügbarkeitsgarantie von über 99%. Die Partnerschaft nutzt die Erfahrung von EO mit über 50 Millionen Ladesitzungen und mehr als 100.000 weltweit bereitgestellten Ladeeinheiten.
Die Zusammenarbeit zielt darauf ab, die Elektrifizierung von Flotten zu vereinfachen, indem das Bollinger B4 Chassis-Cab mit der Infrastruktur von EO kombiniert wird. Der B4, dessen Auslieferungen an Kunden im Oktober begannen, ist ein vollelektrischer Lkw der Klasse 4 mit einem 158-kWh-Batteriepack. Zu den jüngsten Meilensteinen des Unternehmens gehören der Produktionsstart, regulatorische Zertifizierungen, die Erweiterung des Händlernetzwerks und Partnerschaften mit wichtigen Dienstleistern.
- Strategic partnership with EO Charging provides comprehensive charging infrastructure solutions
- EO Charging brings proven track record with >99% uptime and 50 million+ charging sessions
- B4 vehicle deliveries have commenced
- Achieved key regulatory certifications (FMVSS, EPA, CARB)
- Expanded dealer and service network
- Significant dependency on multiple partnerships for operations
- Multiple disclosed business risks including financing needs and market competition
- Uncertain ability to maintain contracts with manufacturers and service providers
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This strategic partnership addresses a fundamental challenge in commercial fleet electrification - the complexity and reliability of charging infrastructure. The collaboration leverages EO Charging's proven track record of >99% uptime across 50 million charging sessions and 100,000+ charging units deployed globally, significantly de-risking the fleet transition process for potential Bollinger B4 customers.
The partnership's timing is particularly strategic, coming after Bollinger's recent production launch and regulatory achievements. By integrating EO's comprehensive charging solutions with their dealer network, Bollinger creates a compelling one-stop solution for fleet managers, effectively removing major adoption barriers around infrastructure planning, installation, and maintenance.
The deal's significance extends beyond mere charging capabilities. EO's sophisticated management software and optimization tools enable fleet operators to maximize vehicle utilization and reduce operational costs. This end-to-end solution approach positions Bollinger more competitively against established commercial EV manufacturers who may lack integrated charging solutions.
For Mullen Automotive, as Bollinger's majority owner, this partnership enhances the value proposition of their commercial EV division. The ability to offer comprehensive fleet electrification solutions through an established charging infrastructure provider could accelerate B4 adoption rates and strengthen Bollinger's market position in the commercial EV sector.
Through this partnership, Bollinger Motors and its national dealer network will provide customers access to EO Charging's comprehensive electrification solutions. EO Charging will deliver its full charge assurance solution—including charger installation, a complete tech stack, and 24/7 support—to ensure >
"Electrifying a commercial fleet can feel like a daunting challenge, with many unknowns in infrastructure, scalability, and cost. Our partnership with EO Charging eliminates those uncertainties by giving fleet managers access to the expertise, equipment, and end-to-end solutions needed to make electrification seamless and efficient," said Jim Connelly, chief revenue officer of Bollinger Motors. "By combining the Bollinger B4 with EO Charging's proven infrastructure, we're ensuring businesses of any size can transition with confidence, knowing they have the support of industry leaders trusted by global brands like DHL, Amazon, UPS, and Microsoft."
EO Charging's full-service approach includes planning, development, and construction of charging infrastructure, along with state-of-the-art charging hardware and sophisticated management software solutions. This end-to-end support ensures fleet managers can add electric trucks while optimizing their operations. The Bollinger B4 Chassis Cab is fully compatible with all applicable EO Charging hardware.
"At EO Charging, we are committed to delivering smart, scalable, and cost-effective charging solutions that enable fleet operators to transition to electric vehicles with confidence," said John Walsh, president & chief commercial officer of EO Charging. "Partnering with Bollinger Motors allows us to extend our proven charging infrastructure to support the deployment of the Bollinger B4 in
The Bollinger B4 Chassis Cab is an all-new, all-electric class 4 commercial truck designed from the ground up with extensive fleet and upfitter input. Bollinger's unique chassis design protects the 158-kwh battery pack and components to offer unparalleled capability and safety in the commercial market. The company began delivering Bollinger B4 vehicles to customers in October.
Bollinger Motors has passed numerous milestones in the past several months, including:
- Its production launch on Sept. 16;
- Regulatory achievements including FMVSS compliance, receiving the Certificate of Conformity from the Environmental Protection Agency, and CARB certification;
- The addition of Affinity Truck Center, Anderson Motors, Broadway Ford Truck Centers, Nacarato Truck Centers, Nuss Truck & Equipment, and TEC Equipment as dealers and service centers;
- Working with Our Next Energy in
Novi, Michigan , to supply battery packs; - Providing a full warranty coverage of the B4 chassis cab; and,
- Announcing Syncron as its warranty administration partner and Amerit Fleet Solutions as its mobile service provider.
ABOUT BOLLINGER MOTORS
Founded in 2015 by Robert Bollinger, Bollinger Motors, Inc. is a
ABOUT EO CHARGING
EO Charging (EO) is a global pioneer in Electric Charging (EV) solutions for depot-based fleets. EO is on a mission to accelerate carbon-free transportation with the transition to electric fleets, promising to make charging simple, reliable, and accessible to fleets globally. EO offers commercial-grade charge assurance through its full technology and service stack, available as-a-service, and has unrivalled uptime in the market of >
To learn more, please visit https://www.eocharging.com/americas and follow at @EOCharging on Twitter, Linkedln, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENT
Certain statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Words such as "continue," "will," "may," "could," "should," "expect," "expected," "plans," "intend," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "potential" and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of Bollinger Motors and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include: (a) Bollinger Motors' ability to finalize a sales agreement with Doering Fleet Management, EnviroCharge, and Momentum Groups and deliver purchased vehicles on schedule; (b) Bollinger Motors' continued partnership with Anderson Motors, Affinity Truck Center, Broadway Ford Truck Centers, Nacarato Truck Centers, TEC Equipment, and Nuss Truck & Equipment; (c) Bollinger Motors' continued partnership with Our Next Energy as a battery supplier; (d) Bollinger Motors' continued relationship with Syncron as its warranty administration provider; (e) Bollinger Motors' continued relationship with Amerit Fleet Solutions as its mobile service provider; and (f) Bollinger Motors' guarantee that all customers will have access to EO Charging solutions.
Additional examples of such risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: (i) Bollinger Motors' ability (or inability) to obtain additional financing in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms when needed; (ii) Bollinger Motors' ability to maintain existing, and secure additional, contracts with manufacturers, parts and other service providers relating to its business; (iii) Bollinger Motors' ability to successfully expand in existing markets and enter new markets; (iv) Bollinger Motors' ability to successfully manage and integrate any acquisitions of businesses, solutions or technologies; (v) unanticipated operating costs, transaction costs and actual or contingent liabilities; (vi) the ability to attract and retain qualified employees and key personnel; (vii) adverse effects of increased competition on Bollinger Motors' business; (viii) changes in government licensing and regulation that may adversely affect Bollinger Motors' business; (ix) the risk that changes in consumer behavior could adversely affect Bollinger Motors' business; (x) Bollinger Motors' ability to protect its intellectual property; (xi) the vehicles developed will perform as expected and (xii) local, industry and general business and economic conditions. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements can be found in the most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, and current reports on Form 8-K filed by Mullen Automotive, Inc., of which Bollinger Motors is a partially owned subsidiary, with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Bollinger Motors anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause its plans, intentions, and expectations to change. Bollinger Motors assumes no obligation, and it specifically disclaims any intention or obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as expressly required by law. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing Bollinger Motors' plans and expectations as of any subsequent date.
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