Phoenix Motor Surpasses 60 million Zero-Emission Miles Driven
Rhea-AI Summary
Phoenix Motor (Nasdaq:PEV) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 60 million zero-emission miles driven across its product lineup. The company's electric vehicle portfolio includes 35' and 40' transit buses, medium-duty shuttle buses, work trucks, delivery vehicles, and Type A school buses, serving diverse customers such as transit agencies, airport parking operators, municipalities, school districts, universities, and corporate fleets.
CEO Denton Peng emphasized Phoenix's role in reducing transportation-related emissions, noting that commercial vehicles account for approximately 25% of such emissions. The commercial EV industry is projected to reach $55.9 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 26.4%. As one of the earliest US manufacturers of electric commercial vehicles, Phoenix continues to expand its presence across key industries.
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- Achieved milestone of 60 million zero-emission miles driven
- Operates in high-growth market projected to reach $55.9B by 2029
- Strong market position as early US commercial EV manufacturer
- Diverse product portfolio serving multiple customer segments
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The achievement of 60 million zero-emission miles across Phoenix Motor's fleet represents more than just an environmental milestone - it's a important validation of their technology reliability and market adoption. This operational data provides valuable insights into several key business metrics:
The diversity of Phoenix's deployment across six distinct commercial segments (transit agencies, airport operators, municipalities, schools, universities, and corporate fleets) demonstrates successful market penetration in high-value sectors where fleet operators prioritize total cost of ownership over initial purchase price. Each of these segments has unique duty cycles and operational requirements, suggesting robust product adaptability.
In the context of the projected $55.9 billion commercial EV market by 2029, Phoenix's established track record becomes particularly significant. The 26.4% CAGR indicates strong regulatory and market tailwinds, driven by corporate sustainability mandates and government incentives. Early market presence provides Phoenix with valuable real-world operational data that can inform product development and help optimize vehicle performance for specific use cases.
The milestone also carries important implications for future growth:
- Fleet operators typically expand EV adoption gradually, starting with pilot programs before larger deployments. The extensive mileage across multiple segments suggests successful pilot programs that could lead to fleet-wide conversions.
- Operational validation at this scale helps reduce perceived risk for prospective customers, potentially accelerating sales cycles.
- The diverse customer base provides natural hedge against segment-specific downturns while creating multiple growth vectors.
However, it's important to note that while 60 million miles demonstrates operational success, the commercial EV market remains highly competitive with larger players like BYD and Proterra. Phoenix will need to leverage this experience to maintain technological differentiation and secure market share as the industry grows.
ANAHEIM, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 24, 2025 / Phoenix Motor Inc. (Nasdaq:PEV), a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses and electrification solutions provider for medium-duty vehicles, today announced it has surpassed 60 million zero-emission miles driven across its product lineup.
The milestone underscores PhoenixEV's role in advancing sustainable transportation, with deployments spanning its 35' and 40' transit buses, medium-duty shuttle buses, work trucks, delivery vehicles, and Type A school buses. These vehicles serve a diverse customer base, including transit agencies, airport parking operators, municipalities, school districts, universities, and corporate fleets.
"Phoenix is proud to play a pivotal role in accelerating the transition to zero-emission transportation in the US. Commercial vehicles contribute approximately a quarter of transportation-related emissions, and our all-electric trucks and buses are helping fleets reduce their carbon footprint," said Denton Peng, CEO of Phoenix Motor.
The commercial EV industry is expected to reach
About Phoenix Motor Inc.
Phoenix Motor, a pioneer in the electric vehicle ("EV") industry, designs, builds, and integrates electric drive systems and manufactures heavy duty transit buses and medium and light duty commercial EVs. Phoenix operates two primary brands, "Phoenix", which is focused on commercial products including heavy and medium duty EVs (transit buses, shuttle buses, school buses and delivery trucks, among others) and "EdisonFuture", which intends to offer light-duty EVs. Phoenix endeavors to be a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of electric vehicles and electric vehicle technologies. To learn more, please visit: phoenixev.ai.
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Contact: IR@phoenixev.ai
Dave Gentry, CEO RedChip Companies, Inc.
1-407-644-4256 PEV@redchip.com
SOURCE: Phoenix Motor Inc.
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