Terravis Energy Secures Mass Manufacturing for No-Defrost Heat Pump Amid North American Polar Vortex Crisis
Rhea-AI Summary
Terravis Energy (NASDAQ:WKSP) has selected a mass manufacturing partner in Asia to scale production of its Aetherlux Pro Zerofrost™ integrated air-source heat pump, which the company says can operate to -57°F (-50°C) without defrost cycles or resistive backup. The agreement begins immediate optimization and production of certification units targeting North American safety and efficiency approvals (UL, Energy Star) within 2026. Terravis says the partnership supports commercial talks with large distributors and aims for a commercial launch after certification later in 2026.
The company invites dealers and distributors to reserve territory via its contact channels.
Positive
- Proprietary ZeroFrost technology rated to operate at -57°F
- Secured a mass manufacturing partner with global-scale production capacity
- 2026 timeline to produce certification units for UL and Energy Star
- Supports ongoing commercial talks with billion-dollar companies and major distributors
Negative
- Certification approvals (UL, Energy Star) are pending and targeted for 2026
- Manufacturer identity and commercial terms are not disclosed
- Production is dependent on a single Asia-based partner, implying supply chain or geopolitical exposure
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
WKSP fell 6.73% while momentum-screened peers like GTEC and FRSX also moved down (median about -5.7%), and broader peers showed mixed moves. This points to both company news and wider sector pressure.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13 | Business update | Positive | +6.0% | 2026 business update on clean-energy shipments, OEM talks, and growth outlook. |
| Dec 18 | Revenue milestone | Positive | -3.1% | Record monthly net sales and rising gross margin highlighted for November 2025. |
| Dec 16 | Product launch | Positive | +4.8% | Launch of SOLIS solar tonneau compatible with Rivian R1T and related metrics. |
| Dec 8 | Ops expansion | Positive | -4.3% | Opening of AI-integrated distribution center to speed U.S. shipping and cut costs. |
| Dec 2 | Sales milestone | Positive | +4.3% | Record Black Friday and weekly online sales driven by SOLIS and COR debut. |
Recent operational and growth-focused news has produced mixed reactions, with three positive-aligned moves and two negative divergences.
Over the past few months, Worksport has highlighted rapid growth and product commercialization. A Jan 13 2026 business update tied to clean-energy shipments and OEM talks saw shares rise. Record monthly revenue and gross margin expansion on Dec 18 2025 nonetheless drew a negative reaction. Product launches, including the SOLIS cover for Rivian R1T and record Black Friday e-commerce results on Dec 16 and Dec 2, coincided with gains, while an AI-enabled distribution center opening on Dec 8 saw a selloff. Today’s heat pump manufacturing news continues that clean‑energy commercialization theme.
Regulatory & Risk Context
An effective Form S-3 resale registration filed on Jan 20, 2026 covers up to 3,840,421 common shares issuable upon exercise of inducement warrants at $3.00 per share. Worksport itself is not selling shares in this transaction but could receive up to $11.5 million in cash if all such warrants are exercised.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement emphasizes Terravis Energy’s progress in securing mass manufacturing for the Aetherlux Pro ZeroFrost heat pump, designed to operate down to -57°F without defrost cycles or backup heat. It extends Worksport’s clean‑energy push alongside SOLIS and COR, following recent filings that note strong revenue growth but ongoing losses and a going‑concern warning. Investors may monitor 2026 certification milestones, commercialization timing, and how the existing S‑3 warrant registration interacts with capital needs.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
Aetherlux Pro Operates to -57°F Without Defrost Cycles or Backup Heat, Addressing Grid Stress and Soaring Energy Costs
WEST SENECA, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 27, 2026 / Terravis Energy ("Terravis" or the "Company"), a subsidiary of New York-based Worksport Ltd. (NASDAQ:WKSP), designs and develops next-generation clean-energy technologies. Terravis is pleased to announce the selection of a mass manufacturing partner for its Aetherlux Pro Zerofrost™ Integrated Heat Pump, a breakthrough solution designed to remove the largest drawback of conventional heat pumps; Energy consuming 'defrost cycles', which contribute to grid failures and skyrocketing energy bills currently plaguing North America during the January 2026 Polar Vortex.
The Heat Pump "Death Spiral" In sub-zero conditions, standard heat pumps are hit with a functional double whammy.
Capacity Loss: The unit can no longer extract sufficient heat from the air, forcing a switch to grid-straining electric resistance backup.
The Defrost Trap: As the outdoor coils freeze, the system stops heating the home and reverses flow, pumping heat outside to melt the ice.
The result? Homeowners pay a premium for electricity that is being used to heat the outdoors, rather than their living rooms.
This inefficiency contributes to current grid instability and skyrocketing consumer utility bills. Heat pump technologies are traditionally very efficient (much lower heating bills) compared to normal heating sources, but these defrost cycles remain the biggest drawback.
The Aetherlux Pro air source heat pump is designed to solve this problem. The Company's proprietary ZeroFrost™ technology allows the heat pump to operate efficiently at temperatures as low as -57°F (-50°C) without ever needing a defrost cycle or resistive backup heat.
The Hidden Cost of Winter Heating Standard heat pumps have a fatal flaw in the cold: defrost cycles. When temperatures plummet, ordinary units "freeze up" and stop heating your home to heat themselves. To compensate, they switch to costly electric resistance backup, causing your energy bill to spike by up to 300
The AetherLux Difference: We don't manage ice; we prevent it. Our proprietary ZeroFrost technology ensures the unit should never freeze, meaning it would not have to stop, reverse, or rely on expensive backup power. You get continuous, affordable heat-even in the dead of winter.
The Aetherlux system:
Lowers Operating Costs: Heat pumps are efficient but use back up heating in sub-zero. AetherLux Pro will not.
Lowers Installation Costs: Heat pumps are generally cheaper to install, but they require backup heating. AetherLux Pro will not.
Saves the Grid: Traditional heat pumps enter defrost mode - a great threat to already weakened grid stability, especially during winter peaks. AetherLux pro will not.
"The current weather crisis in North America only highlights why the world needs AetherLux," said Lorenzo H. Rossi, CEO of Terravis Energy. "While standard systems falter and resort to grid-draining backup modes, our technology maintains continuous, high-efficiency operation in deep winter, even at -57°F. Our priority is clear: protecting the homeowner from exorbitant energy costs first, which simultaneously relieves critical pressure on the electrical infrastructure. By securing a major manufacturing partner, we have unlocked the industrial scale necessary to bring this consumer-focused, grid-saving solution to the mass market this year."
Key Highlights of the Manufacturing Partnership:
Mass Scale Capability: The selected partner is a globally recognized manufacturer in Asia with the infrastructure to produce high volumes of heat pump units, supporting the Company's aggressive growth targets.
2026 Certification Timeline: The partnership initiates the immediate optimization and production of certification units to meet North American safety and efficiency standards (UL, Energy Star) within the 2026 calendar year.
Commercial Discussions: The scalability provided by this partnership supports ongoing talks with billion-dollar companies and major distributors looking for resilient heating solutions.
Commercial Availability With the manufacturing supply chain now established, Terravis is moving swiftly toward commercial launch.
Interested dealers and distributors can contact info@terravisenergy.com to reserve territory and learn more about the 2026 certification and launch pathway. You may also use: Aetherlux Contact Us.
Contacts
Media Relations, Terravis Energy:
E: info@terravisenergy.com, W: https://aetherlux.terravisenergy.com/
Investor Relations, Worksport Ltd. T: 1 (888) 554-8789-128
W: investors.worksport.com, W: www.worksport.com, E: investors@worksport.com
Connect with Terravis Energy Chief Executive Officer, Lorenzo Rossi
About Terravis
Terravis Energy, a subsidiary of New York-based Worksport Ltd. (NASDAQ:WKSP), designs and develops next-generation clean-energy technologies focused on advanced heating and distributed energy infrastructure. Terravis Energy's flagship AetherLux™ platform features its proprietary ZeroFrost™ cold-climate heat-pump technology, designed to provide uninterrupted heating in extreme weather conditions without reliance on conventional backup heat sources. Terravis Energy is also developing parking-based electric-vehicle charging and energy management solutions for multi-unit residential, commercial, and fleet applications. The company delivers practical, infrastructure-ready technologies that advance electrification, energy efficiency, and the scalable adoption of clean energy.
Forward-Looking Statements
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SOURCE: Worksport Ltd.
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