Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. Unveils Electric Vehicles into its Intermodal Fleet for Sustainable Logistics in Southern California

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Universal Logistics Holdings (NASDAQ: ULH) has announced the integration of the 2025 Peterbilt 579EV electric vehicles into its intermodal fleet in Southern California. This move is part of the company's ongoing sustainability initiatives aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. John Wroby, President of Universal Intermodal Services, emphasized the company's dedication to promoting sustainable logistics solutions. CEO Tim Phillips highlighted the strategic importance of this investment in advancing the company's sustainability goals. Universal Logistics Holdings plans to continue evaluating and implementing climate-positive actions throughout its operations and value chain.

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• Introduction of electric vehicles into the intermodal fleet
• Advancement of sustainability initiatives
• Potential reduction in carbon footprint

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WARREN, Mich., Aug. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULH) announces the integration of the 2025 Peterbilt 579EV into its fleet as a part of our ongoing sustainability initiatives. Universal Intermodal Services, Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is poised to use these electric vehicles to reduce its carbon footprint throughout Southern California.

John Wroby, President of Universal Intermodal Services, Inc. stated, "The launch of the 2025 Peterbilt 579EV reinforces our dedication to promoting sustainable logistics solutions. This endeavor reflects our collective efforts to integrate eco-friendly technologies into our operational framework."

Tim Phillips, CEO of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., highlighted the strategic importance of this investment: "Our Intermodal division's deployment of electric vehicles is a strategic decision in advancing our sustainability goals. This investment underscores our commitment to integrating greener practices."

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. will continue to evaluate the implementation of climate positive actions into our operations and value chain.

About Universal:

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. ("Universal") is a holding company that owns subsidiaries engaged in providing a variety of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada and Colombia. Our operating subsidiaries provide customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet their changing demands and volumes. Universal's consolidated subsidiaries offer customers a broad array of services across the entire supply chain, including truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. In this press release, the terms "us," "we," "our," or the "Company" refer to Universal and its consolidated subsidiaries. More information on the company can be found at https://www.universallogistics.com.

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FAQ

What electric vehicles is Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) adding to its fleet?

Universal Logistics Holdings is adding the 2025 Peterbilt 579EV electric vehicles to its intermodal fleet in Southern California.

Why is Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) introducing electric vehicles to its fleet?

ULH is introducing electric vehicles as part of its ongoing sustainability initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint and promote eco-friendly technologies in its operations.

Where will Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) deploy its new electric vehicles?

ULH will deploy its new electric vehicles throughout Southern California as part of its intermodal operations.

What does Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) plan to do after introducing electric vehicles?

ULH plans to continue evaluating and implementing climate-positive actions throughout its operations and value chain.