Bollinger Motors recently announced its Class 4 all-electric fleet truck, the Bollinger B4, featuring a cab-forward design with industry-leading safety, cargo, and turn-circle capabilities.
“The cab-forward design is a radical change from our previous concepts,” said Robert Bollinger, founder and Chief Executive Officer of the company. “And that’s on purpose. We listened to our commercial customers and developed what they need for ultimate efficiency.”
The new Bollinger B4 incorporates years of feedback from dozens of major fleets looking to electrify their vehicles. The result is a cab-forward truck, designed from the ground up to offer maximum cargo volume, accommodate unlimited adaptation, and prioritize safety.
“The cab-forward design also increases both overall cargo space behind the cab and critical downward visibility in front,” stated Kent Harrison, the Bollinger Chief Product Officer. “The B4’s 41-foot turning circle will be better than any comparable wheelbase truck -- which will improve driving dynamics in both rural and urban settings.”
The Bollinger B4 is driven by a solid rear-axle e-drive to meet the demand for higher payloads. High-voltage components operate on an 800-volt platform, with batteries consisting of LFP (lithium iron phosphate) chemistry, which ensures vehicle safety and cost reductions. Customers may outfit their B4 with either one or two battery packs to accommodate cost and range requirements. Range estimates exceed current customer needs and offer roughly 100 miles per battery pack.
Bollinger Motors will track test its B4 chassis cab trucks this Fall with numerous fleet customers, upfitters, and charging companies to gather constructive feedback.
Customers will benefit from the new Inflation Reduction Act recently signed into law by President Joe Biden, with the B4 expected to be eligible for a 30 percent tax credit up to $40,000 under the newly created 45W Commercial EV Tax Credit.
“Commercial fleets need a cost-competitive alternative to traditional ICE vehicles, and these credits, along with Bollinger’s aggressive efforts to deliver a quality product with a lower total cost of ownership, make EV’s a more affordable and viable option than their ICE counterparts,” said Ed Burke, Commercial Sales Director. “These credits are a win for Bollinger, our customers, and our nation’s sustainability agenda as we help accelerate the adoption of this clean technology across America’s roadways.”
Added Bryan Chambers, the company’s Chief Operating Officer: “Bollinger Motors has been developing medium duty all-electric trucks since 2015. Our extensive Class 4-6 engineering and supply-chain development means our commercial trucks are on the fast track to production.”
Bollinger is in the process of ramping up production of the Class 4 Chassis Cabs, with both Class 5 and Class 6 trucks to follow. The price and release date for the B4 chassis cabs will be announced later.
Founded in 2015 by Robert Bollinger, Bollinger Motors is headquartered in Oak Park, Michigan. Company information may be found at www.BollingerMotors.com.