Bollinger Motors Partners with EO Charging to Provide Cost-Effective Fleet Electrification Solutions
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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.
Positive
- 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
Negative
- 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
Insights
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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