Mullen Announces Class 1 EV Cargo Van Purchase and Delivery to Orange County, North Carolina
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) has announced the purchase and delivery of its Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van to Orange County, North Carolina's Solid Waste Management Department. The vehicle order will be fulfilled through National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), an authorized Mullen dealer.
The purchase aligns with Orange County's Climate Action Plan to transition its fleet to all-electric by 2025. Mullen's commercial EVs are now available for purchase on Sourcewell under NAFG's Contract #091521-NAF, offering Class 1-3 electric vehicles to government agencies across the United States.
The company's commercial lineup includes the Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van and Mullen THREE Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, both compliant with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, EPA, and CARB certifications.
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) ha annunciato l'acquisto e la consegna del suo Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van al Dipartimento di Gestione dei Rifiuti Solidi della Contea di Orange, Carolina del Nord. L'ordine del veicolo sarà evaso attraverso il National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), un rivenditore autorizzato Mullen.
L'acquisto è in linea con il Piano d'Azione Climatico della Contea di Orange per trasformare la sua flotta in completamente elettrica entro il 2025. I veicoli commerciali elettrici di Mullen sono ora disponibili per l'acquisto su Sourcewell sotto il Contratto #091521-NAF di NAFG, offrendo veicoli elettrici di Classe 1-3 a enti governativi negli Stati Uniti.
La gamma commerciale dell'azienda include il Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van e il Mullen THREE Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, entrambi conformi agli Standard di Sicurezza dei Veicoli a Motore Federali degli Stati Uniti, EPA e certificazioni CARB.
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) ha anunciado la compra y entrega de su Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van al Departamento de Gestión de Residuos Sólidos del Condado de Orange, Carolina del Norte. El pedido del vehículo se cumplirá a través del National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), un concesionario autorizado de Mullen.
La compra se alinea con el Plan de Acción Climática del Condado de Orange para transformar su flota a totalmente eléctrica para 2025. Los vehículos eléctricos comerciales de Mullen ya están disponibles para su compra en Sourcewell bajo el Contrato #091521-NAF de NAFG, ofreciendo vehículos eléctricos de Clase 1-3 a agencias gubernamentales en los Estados Unidos.
La línea comercial de la empresa incluye el Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van y el Mullen THREE Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, ambos cumplen con los Estándares Federales de Seguridad de Vehículos de Motor de EE. UU., EPA y certificaciones CARB.
멀렌 오토모티브 (NASDAQ: MULN)는 노스캐롤라이나주 오렌지 카운티의 고형 폐기물 관리 부서에 멀렌 원 클래스 1 EV 화물 밴의 구매 및 배송을 발표했습니다. 차량 주문은 멀렌의 공인 대리점인 내셔널 오토 플리트 그룹(NAFG)을 통해 이행될 것입니다.
이 구매는 오렌지 카운티의 기후 행동 계획과 일치하여 2025년까지 모든 전기차로 플릿을 전환하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 멀렌의 상업용 전기차는 NAFG의 계약 #091521-NAF에 따라 소스웰에서 구매 가능하며, 미국 전역의 정부 기관에 클래스 1-3 전기차를 제공합니다.
회사의 상업용 라인업에는 미국 연방 자동차 안전 기준, EPA 및 CARB 인증을 준수하는 멀렌 원 클래스 1 EV 화물 밴과 멀렌 쓰리 클래스 3 EV 캡 섀시 트럭이 포함됩니다.
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) a annoncé l'achat et la livraison de son Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van au Département de Gestion des Déchets Solides du Comté d'Orange, en Caroline du Nord. La commande du véhicule sera exécutée par le National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), un revendeur autorisé de Mullen.
L'achat est en accord avec le Plan d'Action Climatique du Comté d'Orange pour transformer sa flotte en entièrement électrique d'ici 2025. Les véhicules électriques commerciaux de Mullen sont désormais disponibles à l'achat sur Sourcewell sous le Contrat #091521-NAF de NAFG, offrant des véhicules électriques de Classe 1-3 aux agences gouvernementales à travers les États-Unis.
La gamme commerciale de l'entreprise comprend le Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van et le Mullen THREE Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, tous deux conformes aux Normes de Sécurité des Véhicules à Moteur Fédérales des États-Unis, aux normes de l'EPA et aux certifications CARB.
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) hat den Kauf und die Lieferung seines Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van an die Abteilung für Abfallwirtschaft des Orange County, North Carolina, bekannt gegeben. Die Fahrzeugbestellung wird über die National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), einen autorisierten Mullen-Händler, erfüllt.
Der Kauf steht im Einklang mit dem Klimaschutzplan des Orange County, die Flotte bis 2025 vollständig auf Elektrofahrzeuge umzustellen. Die kommerziellen Elektrofahrzeuge von Mullen sind jetzt unter dem Vertrag #091521-NAF von NAFG auf Sourcewell erhältlich und bieten Elektrofahrzeuge der Klassen 1-3 für Regierungsbehörden in den Vereinigten Staaten an.
Das kommerzielle Sortiment des Unternehmens umfasst den Mullen ONE Class 1 EV cargo van und den Mullen THREE Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, die beide den US-amerikanischen Bundesstandards für die Sicherheit von Kraftfahrzeugen, EPA und CARB-Zertifizierungen entsprechen.
- Secured government fleet order for Mullen ONE EV cargo van
- Products available through Sourcewell for government agency purchases
- Vehicles fully compliant with federal safety and emissions standards
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Mullen's announcement of delivering a single Class 1 EV cargo van to Orange County, North Carolina represents a modest but strategic development for this micro-cap EV manufacturer. With a market capitalization of just
The key strategic value lies in Mullen's access to the government procurement channel through the Sourcewell contract with National Auto Fleet Group. This partnership provides Mullen with a streamlined sales pathway to thousands of government agencies nationwide, bypassing lengthy traditional procurement processes. Government fleet electrification initiatives represent a potential multi-billion dollar opportunity as municipalities implement climate action plans similar to Orange County's 2025 all-electric fleet target.
However, investors should view this single-vehicle delivery with appropriate perspective. This appears to be either a pilot program or initial deployment, which is common in government procurement where agencies test vehicles before committing to larger fleet orders. The announcement lacks details on pricing, margins, or follow-on commitments that would indicate larger-scale adoption.
Mullen faces intense competition from well-capitalized competitors like Ford's E-Transit and GM's BrightDrop, which have established dealer networks and service infrastructure. Mullen's advantage may lie in its specialized focus on last-mile delivery and potentially more competitive pricing for smaller municipalities with budgets.
The critical question for investors remains Mullen's production capacity and cash runway. Without substantial order volume and production scale, the company will struggle to achieve positive unit economics despite having certified, market-ready vehicles. The Sourcewell contract provides a viable sales channel, but Mullen must rapidly convert this initial deployment into multiple fleet-scale orders to demonstrate commercial viability.
The Mullen ONE EV cargo van will be deployed by Orange County’s Solid Waste Management Department, supporting its Climate Action Plan, which aims to transition the county’s fleet to all-electric vehicles
Mullen Commercial EVs are now available for purchase on Sourcewell under NAFG’s Sourcewell Contract # 091521-NAF, which offers Class 1-3 electric vehicles to government agencies across the United States
Mullen’s commercial EV lineup aligns with the overall sustainability targets of government agencies, contributing to its growing presence in the government and municipal sectors
BREA, Calif., Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Mullen Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, today announces the purchase and delivery of the Mullen ONE, Class 1 EV cargo van to local government Orange County, North Carolina. The vehicle will be deployed by Orange County’s Solid Waste Management Department, and the order will be fulfilled by National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG), an authorized Mullen dealer. Mullen Commercial EVs are now available for purchase on Sourcewell under NAFG’s Sourcewell Contract # 091521-NAF, which offers Class 1-3 electric vehicles to government agencies across the United States.
Nestled in the hills of the North Carolina Piedmont, Orange County is located between the Research Triangle Park and the Triad cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point, and is home to more than 140,000 residents. The county includes historic Hillsborough, the county seat; Chapel Hill, home to the University of North Carolina; and Carrboro and Mebane, former railroad and mill towns. This purchase from its Solid Waste Management Department supports Orange County’s Climate Action Plan, which aims to transition the county’s fleet to all-electric by 2025.
The Mullen ONE, Class 1 EV cargo van offers the versatility and efficiency necessary for the Solid Waste Management Department’s daily operations. Its zero-emission operation directly contributes to Orange County’s efforts to reduce its carbon footprint and achieve its electrification goals.
“Mullen Commercial EVs are perfectly suited for the demands of government agencies and municipal operations, providing a reliable and sustainable solution for various departments," said David Michery, CEO and chairman of Mullen Automotive. "We are confident that Orange County, North Carolina, will find the Mullen ONE to be an efficient addition to the Solid Waste Management Department's fleet, allowing them to provide essential services while minimizing environmental impact.”
Mullen’s commercial EV lineup includes the Mullen ONE, Class 1 EV cargo van, and the Mullen THREE, Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, purpose-built to meet the demands of urban last-mile delivery. Both vehicles are available for sale and in full compliance with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) certifications denoting strict adherence to clean air emissions standards.
About Orange County, North Carolina
Orange County, situated in the rolling hills of North Carolina's Piedmont region, lies between the Research Triangle Park and the Triad cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point. With a population exceeding 140,000, the county includes the historic town of Hillsborough, the county seat, Chapel Hill, where the University of North Carolina is located, as well as Carrboro and Mebane, once thriving railroad and mill towns.
To learn more visit www.OrangeCountyNC.gov.
About Mullen
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) is a Southern California-based automotive company building the next generation of commercial electric vehicles (“EVs”) with two United States-based vehicle plants located in Tunica, Mississippi, (120,000 square feet) and Mishawaka, Indiana (650,000 square feet). In August 2023, Mullen began commercial vehicle production in Tunica. As of January 2024, both the Mullen ONE, a Class 1 EV cargo van, and Mullen THREE, a Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, are California Air Resource Board (“CARB”) and EPA certified and available for sale in the U.S. The Company’s commercial dealer network consists of seven dealers, which includes Papé Kenworth, Pritchard EV, National Auto Fleet Group, Ziegler Truck Group, Range Truck Group, Eco Auto, and Randy Marion Auto Group, providing sales and service coverage in key West Coast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, New England, and Mid-Atlantic markets.
On Sept. 7, 2022, Bollinger Motors, of Oak Park, Michigan, became a majority-owned EV truck company of Mullen Automotive. Bollinger Motors has passed numerous milestones including its B4, Class 4 electric truck production launch on Sept. 16, 2024, and the development of a world-class dealer and service network with over 50 locations across the United States.
To learn more about the Company, visit www.MullenUSA.com.
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