Mullen has furthered its U.S. battery production capabilities by purchasing battery line equipment from Nikola Corporation for its Fullerton, California, battery operations.
Mullen Automotive recently announced electric vehicle (EV) orders, plans to secure grant funding, and production start-ups inside the business fleet world. Automotive Fleet has a roundup of those changes, including:
- Mullen Completes Purchase of Additional Nikola Battery Assets
- Mullen Submits Updated Plan to DOE for Grant Funding in U.S. Battery Materials Processing
- Westland Floral Purchases Mullen Class 3 EV Trucks for Southern California Landscaping Fleet
- Mullen Announced the Sale of Mullen One to Mr. Appliance Franchisee, Expanding Into the Home Service Vertical
Mullen Completes Purchase of Additional Nikola Battery Assets
Mullen has furthered its U.S. battery production capabilities by purchasing battery line equipment from Nikola Corporation for its Fullerton, California, battery operations.
The Fullerton facility is devoted to producing next-generation, American-made battery packs, modules, and advanced solid-state polymers. The components are critical to the corporate’s commitment to zero emissions and reducing reliance on battery components imported from foreign countries.
Recently purchased Nikola assets include:
- A high-volume standard battery chemistry production line.
- Electro-dynamic shaker system (vibration table) to be utilized for in-house laboratory testing of battery and overall system components.
“We proceed to execute our plan of transitioning to American-made battery components, and we’re doing it right here in Southern California,” David Michery, CEO and chairman of Mullen, said.
Upon installation of the newly purchased equipment, Mullen could have the next battery production lines and testing capabilities in Fullerton:
- Two high-volume standard battery chemistry lines.
- High-precision, low-volume standard battery chemistry R&D line.
- High-precision, low-volume solid-state polymer R&D line.
- Full battery testing laboratory for current and future battery projects.
Mullen is concentrated on increasing U.S. manufacturing capabilities in response to demand for American-made battery components and systems. The corporate plans to supply its own business vehicle battery packs while opening other industry applications and business sales opportunities.
Mullen Submits Updated Plan to DOE for Grant Funding in U.S. Battery Materials Processing
In December 2024, Mullen submitted a modified plan to the Department of Energy (DOE) that includes its facilities in Mishawaka, Indiana, and Fullerton, California, for U.S.-based battery and pack production.
Mullen goals to transition to manufacturing and assembly of high-voltage and low-voltage battery systems.
The updated plan was submitted in response to the U.S. DOE’s Funding Opportunity for Battery Materials (DE-FOA-0003099). Mullen is looking for $55 million in matching DOE funds to support U.S. manufacturing capabilities and to expand production in response to global demand.
Established on Nov. 13, 2023, via the Biden-Harris administration, this system proclaims as much as $3.5 billion from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to spice up domestic production of advanced batteries and battery materials nationwide. This system is designed to supply grants for battery materials processing to make sure the USA has a viable battery materials processing industry.
Mullen has invested $12 million to further battery pack development and manufacturing and can invest an extra $43 million in support of U.S. production.
The corporate’s first production units are planned for delivery in late mid-2025, with two additional production lines scheduled to launch in the following two years.
Expanding and Relocating U.S. Battery Production Facilities
An update in Mullen’s battery business strategy involves relocating high-volume production to Mishawaka, where the corporate will construct the first battery manufacturing lines.
The Mishawaka facility is being dedicated as the bottom for multiple battery production lines. This location, which is the previous General Motors Hummer and AM General manufacturing facility, will probably be revitalized to accommodate a capability of 108,000 battery systems or 1 gigawatt-hour (GWh) per 12 months.
The Fullerton facility will probably be dedicated to research, development, and low-volume, solid-state prototype production. Moreover, Mullen is considering adding a low-voltage line capable of manufacturing 24-Volt and 48-Volt battery modules.
“We’re laser-focused on bringing battery and pack production right here to the USA,” Michery said.
Mullen’s investments include strategic acquisitions, including assets from Romeo Power and Nikola for battery pack production and infrastructure investments designed to extend speed to market.
Pritchard fulfilled the vehicle order for Westland Floral and included California HVIP incentives approval for the Class 3 EVs Westland purchased.
Westland Floral Purchases Mullen Class 3 EV Trucks for Southern California Landscaping Fleet
Mullen recently announced a Class 3 EV truck purchase order from Westland Floral, which incorporates two Mullen Three trucks with vehicle upfits performed by Phenix Truck Bodies and Van Equipment in Pomona, California.
Pritchard fulfilled the vehicle order and included California HVIP incentives approval for the Class 3 EVs Westland purchased.
“Westland Floral’s decision to include the Mullen Three into their fleet demonstrates the growing recognition of EVs as a cheap and sustainable solution,” Ben Hartford, EV sales manager for Pritchard Business, said. “By utilizing California’s HVIP incentives, they usually are not only reducing their operational costs but in addition making a meaningful commitment to environmental sustainability.”
“We’re very confident our Class 3 trucks will deliver performance and savings, providing Westland a clean and efficient option for his or her fleet. It’s also great that Westland was in a position to benefit from the California HVIP incentive, which is an incredible program and incentive offered to fleets in California,” Michery said.
The Mullen THREE recently qualified for a $15,000 incentive through the State of Massachusetts MOR-EV program and a $45,000 money rebate voucher through the California Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Program (HVIP).
Mullen recently announced the sale of the Mullen One All-Electric Cargo Van to Mr. Appliance of Owings Mills, Maryland, marking the corporate’s first enterprise into the house service vertical.
Mullen Announced the Sale of Mullen One to Mr. Appliance Franchisee, Expanding Into the Home Service Vertical
Mullen recently announced a sale of the Mullen One All-Electric Cargo Van to Mr. Appliance of Owings Mills, Maryland, marking the corporate’s first enterprise into the house service vertical.
Mr. Appliance Owings Mills, Maryland, is a franchisee of Mr. Appliance and is a national home service brand of Neighborly, offering home repair services across the U.S.
Advantages of the Mullen One for home service businesses:
- Fuel Cost Savings: The Mullen One’s all-electric powertrain can reduce transportation costs by cutting fuel expenses by as much as 57% and eliminating the unpredictable fluctuations in fuel prices that burden traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.
- Lower Maintenance Costs: The Mullen One offers as much as 50% reduction in maintenance costs without having for frequent oil changes or brake replacements typically required for gas-powered vehicles.
- Reasonably priced Investment: With a competitive price tag and eligibility for a $7,500 federal tax credit, the Mullen One is an environmentally responsible alternative and a financially attractive investment for home service operators.
“The house services sector is integral to the economy, and we’re excited to assist businesses on this space reduce their transportation costs with the Mullen ONE,” Michery said. “With Mr. Appliance of Owings Mills leading the way in which, we sit up for working with more home service operators to optimize their operations and produce long-term savings to their business.”
Mullen Business EVs can now be found on multiple college campuses across the USA.
Mullen also recently announced the extra sale of 5 Mullen One, Class 1 EV cargo vans to 2 leading California Universities in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.
Mullen’s nationally known EV dealer partners, the Papé Group and Randy Marion Automotive Group, will fulfill the vehicle order. Mullen Business EVs can now be found on multiple college campuses across the USA.
“The recent influx of orders from prestigious universities across the U.S. is a testament to the worth Mullen Business EVs bring to fleets looking to affect,” Michery said. “Furthermore, to have repeat orders coming in so quickly after initial deliveries speaks to the worth and performance of our product line.”
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