Werner Incorporates First Battery Electric Vehicles Into Southern California Fleet

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Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN) announced that its first two Freightliner eCascadia battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are now operational in Southern California. These vehicles aim to significantly reduce the company's carbon footprint, contributing to a sustainability goal of a 55% reduction in carbon emissions by 2035. Each BEV is projected to reduce carbon emissions by over 150,000 pounds annually. The company is also testing the charging infrastructure at its terminal in Fontana, California, to meet the varied charging needs. With revenues of $3.3 billion in 2022 and a focus on logistics services across North America, Werner continues to position itself as a leader in sustainable transportation.

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• First two battery electric vehicles (BEVs) operational, promoting sustainability.
• Projected carbon emissions reduction of over 150,000 pounds per BEV annually.
• Company aims for a 55% reduction in carbon emissions by 2035.

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OMAHA, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN), a premier transportation and logistics provider, is pleased to announce its first two Freightliner eCascadia battery electric vehicles, (BEVs), are officially transporting freight in Southern California. These trucks have zero tailpipe emissions and significant potential to reduce Werner’s carbon footprint.

“Working toward our sustainability goal of a 55 percent reduction in carbon emissions by 2035, we’ve done extensive research to further evaluate how BEVs, particularly the eCascadias, will fit into our fleet,” said Werner’s Chairman, President and CEO Derek Leathers. “We look forward to providing real-world learnings and data from this opportunity as we continue exploring multiple options to deliver our freight in a more sustainable way.”

Charge duration times will vary depending on the type of charge and the number of trucks charging at the same time. To accommodate these requirements, Werner’s testing includes evaluating and building out a charging infrastructure at its full-service terminal in Fontana, California.

The BEV truck has the potential to reduce the carbon footprint by more than 20 pounds of carbon per diesel gallon equivalent, therefore, the reduction of carbon emissions could reach well over 150,000 pounds per year, per BEV.

To learn more about Werner’s sustainability goals and initiatives, view the company’s 2022 Corporate and Social Responsibility Update Report here.

About Werner Enterprises

Werner Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq: WERN) delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2022 revenues of $3.3 billion, an industry-leading modern truck and trailer fleet, more than 14,000 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. As an industry leader, Werner is deeply committed to promoting sustainability and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Jill Samuelson, Associate Vice President – Marketing and Communications

Werner Enterprises, Inc.

(D) 402.819.5319 | (C) 402.319.8213

jill.samuelson@werner.com

Source: Werner Enterprises, Inc.

FAQ

What recent announcement did Werner Enterprises make regarding electric vehicles?

Werner Enterprises announced the operational status of its first two Freightliner eCascadia battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Southern California.

How much carbon emissions can each BEV from Werner Enterprises potentially reduce?

Each BEV is projected to reduce carbon emissions by over 150,000 pounds annually.

What sustainability goal is Werner Enterprises pursuing by 2035?

Werner Enterprises aims for a 55% reduction in carbon emissions by 2035.

Where is Werner testing its charging infrastructure for electric vehicles?

Werner is testing its charging infrastructure at its terminal in Fontana, California.

What were Werner Enterprises' revenues in 2022?

Werner Enterprises reported revenues of $3.3 billion in 2022.