First Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV Trucks Ship
The Shyft Group has begun shipping its first Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV trucks to multiple customers, including a leading parcel delivery customer. This milestone marks the transition to regular production of electrified fleet solutions. The vehicle, developed over three years through customer collaboration and rigorous testing, features the company's Work-Driven Design® process.
The commercial-grade truck includes ergonomic seating, noise-reducing cab, advanced safety systems, and configurable cargo spaces ranging from 600 to 1,000 cubic feet. Key features include automatic electronic parking brakes and keyless entry with auto-lock capabilities.
Shyft Group ha iniziato a spedire i suoi primi Blue Arc™ camion elettrici di Classe 4 a diversi clienti, inclusi i principali clienti nel settore della consegna pacchi. Questo traguardo segna la transizione verso la produzione regolare di soluzioni per flotte elettrificate. Il veicolo, sviluppato in tre anni attraverso la collaborazione con i clienti e rigorosi test, presenta il processo di Work-Driven Design® dell'azienda.
Il camion di livello commerciale include sedili ergonomici, cabina insonorizzata, sistemi di sicurezza avanzati e spazi di carico configurabili che vanno da 600 a 1.000 piedi cubi. Tra le caratteristiche principali ci sono freni automatici elettronici e ingresso senza chiave con funzioni di chiusura automatica.
The Shyft Group ha comenzado a enviar sus primeros camiones eléctricos Blue Arc™ de Clase 4 a múltiples clientes, incluyendo un importante cliente de entrega de paquetes. Este hito marca la transición a la producción regular de soluciones de flota electrificada. El vehículo, desarrollado durante tres años a través de la colaboración con los clientes y rigurosas pruebas, cuenta con el proceso de Work-Driven Design® de la compañía.
El camión de grado comercial incluye asientos ergonómicos, cabina a prueba de ruido, sistemas de seguridad avanzados y espacios de carga configurables que van de 600 a 1,000 pies cúbicos. Las características clave incluyen frenos de estacionamiento electrónicos automáticos y acceso sin llave con capacidades de bloqueo automático.
Shyft Group는 여러 고객, 특히 주요 소포 배달 고객에게 첫 번째 Blue Arc™ 클래스 4 전기 트럭의 배송을 시작했습니다. 이 이정표는 전기화된 플릿 솔루션의 정기 생산으로의 전환을 의미합니다. 이 차량은 고객과의 협력 및 철저한 테스트를 통해 3년에 걸쳐 개발되었으며, 회사의 Work-Driven Design® 프로세스가 적용되었습니다.
상업용 트럭은 인체 공학적인 좌석, 소음 감소 캐빈, 고급 안전 시스템, 600입방피트에서 1,000입방피트까지 구성 가능한 화물 공간을 포함합니다. 주요 기능으로는 자동 전자 주차 브레이크와 자동 잠금 기능이 있는 키리스 엔트리가 있습니다.
The Shyft Group a commencé à expédier ses premiers camions électriques Blue Arc™ de Classe 4 à plusieurs clients, y compris un client de livraison de colis de premier plan. Cette étape marque la transition vers une production régulière de solutions de flotte électrifiée. Le véhicule, développé sur trois ans grâce à la collaboration avec les clients et à des tests rigoureux, présente le processus de Work-Driven Design® de l'entreprise.
Le camion de qualité commerciale comprend des sièges ergonomiques, une cabine réductrice de bruit, des systèmes de sécurité avancés et des espaces de chargement configurables allant de 600 à 1 000 pieds cubes. Les caractéristiques clés incluent des freins de stationnement électroniques automatiques et un accès sans clé avec des capacités de verrouillage automatique.
The Shyft Group hat mit dem Versand seiner ersten Blue Arc™ Klasse 4 E-Fahrzeuge an mehrere Kunden begonnen, darunter einen führenden Paketdienstleister. Dieser Meilenstein markiert den Übergang zur regulären Produktion von elektrifizierten Flottenlösungen. Das Fahrzeug, das über einen Zeitraum von drei Jahren in Zusammenarbeit mit Kunden und durch strenge Tests entwickelt wurde, verfügt über den Work-Driven Design® Prozess des Unternehmens.
Der kommerzielle Lkw umfasst ergonomische Sitze, eine geräuschreduzierende Kabine, fortschrittliche Sicherheitssysteme und konfigurierbare Laderaumflächen von 600 bis 1.000 Kubikfuß. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören automatische elektronische Parkbremsen und ein schlüsselloser Zugang mit automatischen Verriegelungsfunktionen.
- Successful transition to regular production of Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV trucks
- Secured multiple customers including a leading parcel delivery customer
- Product launch represents expansion into EV market segment
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The launch of Blue Arc's Class 4 EV truck represents a significant milestone in the commercial EV sector. The vehicle's specifications, including the 600-1,000 cubic feet cargo capacity and advanced features like electronic parking brakes, position it competitively in the last-mile delivery segment. What's particularly noteworthy is the three-year development cycle, which allowed for extensive real-world testing and customer feedback integration - a important factor for fleet adoption.
The timing of this launch aligns with increasing demand for electric commercial vehicles, driven by both environmental regulations and operational cost benefits. The focus on driver comfort and safety features, combined with the configurable cargo space, addresses key pain points in the commercial vehicle sector. While initial deliveries to a parcel delivery customer suggest market validation, the success will largely depend on real-world performance metrics and total cost of ownership advantages.
This product launch could significantly impact Shyft Group's market position in the rapidly growing commercial EV sector. The parcel delivery industry's participation as an early adopter is particularly strategic, as this sector represents a massive market opportunity with predictable routes and regular return-to-base operations ideal for EV adoption. The Work-Driven Design approach and extensive testing period suggest a product well-aligned with market needs.
The transition to regular production is especially significant as it indicates confidence in both the product and market demand. While initial revenue impact may be modest, successful deployment could lead to larger fleet orders, especially as more companies commit to sustainability goals. However, execution and scaling production will be important challenges to monitor.
"This is an exciting and proud moment for the Blue Arc team," said John Dunn, President and CEO of the Shyft Group. "What started in 2021 as a bold vision for fleet electrification has become a reality thanks to the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of our team. Together, we've delivered a commercial-grade vehicle that meets the demanding standards of our fleet partners and supports their transition to more sustainable fleet operations."
These shipments are the result of three years of customer collaboration, rigorous testing, and advanced manufacturing development. Created through Shyft's Work-Driven Design® process, the Blue Arc Class 4 EV truck reflects input from fleet operators and drivers, ensuring it prioritizes reliability, comfort, and versatility.
The commercial-grade truck features ergonomic seating, a noise-reducing cab, advanced safety systems such as automatic electronic parking brakes and keyless entry with auto-lock capabilities, and configurable cargo spaces ranging from 600 to 1,000 cubic feet. Designed to adapt to diverse fleet applications, it delivers exceptional performance without compromising payload or range.
About The Shyft Group
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets. Our customers include first-to-last mile delivery companies across vocations, federal, state, and local government entities; the trades; and utility and infrastructure segments. The Shyft Group is organized into two core business units: Shyft Fleet Vehicles and Services™ and Shyft Specialty Vehicles™. Today, its family of brands include Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™ EV Solutions, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag® and Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™ Aftermarket Solutions, Builtmore Contract Manufacturing™, and Independent Truck Upfitters. The Shyft Group and its go-to-market brands are well known in their respective industries for quality, durability, and first-to-market innovation. The Company employs approximately 3,000 employees and contractors across campuses, and operates facilities in
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