Orange EV Terminal Trucks Selected by ABF Freight to Expand EV Fleet

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ABF Freight, an ArcBest company (ARCB), is expanding its electric vehicle fleet with additional Orange EV terminal trucks. Following an initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022, ABF has grown its fleet to nine vehicles and has ordered five more for 2025 deployments.

The expansion demonstrates ABF's confidence in Orange EV's equipment, which according to ABF Freight president Matthew Godfrey, meets their operational requirements for safe, reliable, and affordable service. The investment aligns with ABF's commitment to responsible environmental management while maintaining their service standards in the less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier sector.

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• Fleet expansion from 4 to 9 EV terminal trucks, with 5 more ordered for 2025
• Successful operational implementation confirming reliability and performance
• Investment in sustainable technology potentially reducing operational costs

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KANSAS CITY, Kan., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange EV today announces that ABF Freight, an ArcBest company and leading less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, continues its commitment to sustainable operations by expanding its fleet of terminal trucks from Orange EV. After an initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022, ABF has since increased its fleet to nine and has purchased 5 more for 2025 deployments, reinforcing confidence in the benefits of Orange EV equipment.

"The Orange EV terminal trucks meet our operational requirements and expectations for safe, reliable, and affordable service and performance," said Matthew Godfrey, ABF Freight president. "We're committed to responsible environmental management, and our investment in EVs aligns with our continuous efforts to enhance efficiency while maintaining exceptional service standards." 

By integrating Orange EV terminal trucks into its fleet, ABF Freight continues to provide industry-leading transportation services while embracing innovative solutions that enhance performance, sustainability, and driver experience.

About Orange EV
Orange EV is the leading manufacturer of 100% electric, zero-emission yard trucks, delivering superior performance and reliability to some of the largest fleets in North America. Designed and built in the U.S., Orange EV trucks have been proven in rigorous, 24/7 operations, providing customers with significant savings in fuel, maintenance, and total cost of ownership. The best terminal trucks ever made. Period. For more information, visit www.orangeev.com.

About ArcBest
ArcBest^® (Nasdaq: ARCB) is a multibillion-dollar integrated logistics company that helps keep the global supply chain moving. Founded in 1923 and now with 14,000 employees across 250 campuses and service centers, the company is a logistics powerhouse, using its technology, expertise and scale to connect shippers with the solutions they need — from ground, air and ocean transportation to fully managed supply chains. ArcBest has a long history of innovation that is enriched by deep customer relationships. With a commitment to helping customers navigate supply chain challenges now and in the future, the company is developing ground-breaking technology like Vaux^™, one of the TIME Best Inventions of 2023. For more information, visit arcb.com.

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SOURCE Orange EV

FAQ

How many Orange EV terminal trucks has ABF Freight ordered for 2025?

ABF Freight has ordered 5 new Orange EV terminal trucks for deployment in 2025.

What is the current size of ABF Freight's Orange EV terminal truck fleet?

ABF Freight currently operates 9 Orange EV terminal trucks in their fleet.

When did ABF Freight (ARCB) first deploy Orange EV terminal trucks?

ABF Freight initially deployed 4 Orange EV terminal trucks in June 2022.

What are the benefits of Orange EV terminal trucks according to ABF Freight?

According to ABF Freight, the Orange EV terminal trucks provide safe, reliable, and affordable service while supporting environmental management goals.