Lightning eMotors and REV Group Subsidiary to Produce Electric Ambulances
04/15/2021 - 09:41 AM
Commercial vehicle manufacturers Lightning eMotors and REV Group, Inc. announce they are co-developing zero-emission, all-electric ambulances with Leader Emergency Vehicles™, a REV Group subsidiary. Available to government agencies, municipalities, commercial operators, hospitals, and non-profit organizations, delivery to customers is expected to be at the end of this calendar year.
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“Electrification is reaching all different types of fleet vehicles, and ambulances are a logical next step,” said Tim Reeser, CEO of Lightning eMotors. “These zero-emission vehicles are powerful, smooth, and quiet, and drivers will love them. As a fully electric model, they have no tailpipe emissions, so it’s a healthier choice for the air you breathe as well.”
The new Leader ambulances will be based on the fourth-generation Lightning Electric Transit Van from Lightning eMotors. Leader’s High Roof Transit van offers up to 105 kWh of battery capacity that can be charged via Level 2 AC charging or DC fast charging. This model is equipped with dual rear wheels providing a 10,360 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
“REV Group’s vision is our continuous pursuit to improve the quality of life for our customers and communities,” said Rod Rushing, President and CEO of REV Group. “This pursuit includes our commitment to investing in innovative technology and leading in the electrification of commercial vehicles.”
The ambulance chassis will be electrified at Lightning eMotors’ Loveland, Colorado facility and then built at Leader’s facility in South El Monte, California.
About REV Group, Inc.
REV Group ® is a leading designer and manufacturer of specialty vehicles and related aftermarket parts and services. We serve a diversified customer base, primarily in the United States, through three segments: Fire & Emergency, Commercial, and Recreation. We provide customized vehicle solutions for applications, including essential needs for public services (ambulances, fire apparatus, school buses, and transit buses), commercial infrastructure (terminal trucks and industrial sweepers) and consumer leisure (recreational vehicles). Our diverse portfolio is made up of well-established principal vehicle brands, including many of the most recognizable names within their industry. Several of our brands pioneered their specialty vehicle product categories and date back more tha
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Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing
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Manufacturing
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rev group designs and manufacturers vehicles that serve, move and protect communities and fulfill family dreams. we are proud to serve: our nations heroes, organizations that safely transport future generations and travelers, organizations that facilitate global trade and families at leisure. rev group is the largest manufacturer in north america of emergency vehicles and small buses alongside being the leading manufacturer of recreation vehicles, terminal trucks and street sweepers. our businesses represent both industry innovators and iconic brands with over 60 years of proven history. we manufacture over 16,000 specialty vehicles a year, from 14 world class manufacturing facilities by over 4500 dedicated associates, who are also committed to supporting over 300,000 of our vehicles in daily use. providing proven innovation, performance and durability rev group raises expectations and through partnerships with the best dealers in the industry delivers an unparalleled ownership exp
