Mullen Automotive, an electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced a vehicle battery exchange program for current Class 1 EV cargo van customers. The Power Boost battery exchange program offers customers who meet existing vehicle warranty requirements the opportunity to upgrade their lithium-ion battery packs to solid-state polymer battery packs, extending vehicle range potential to more than 200 miles.
"We value the investment and confidence that our customers place in our vehicles," said David Michery, chairman and CEO of Mullen Automotive. "As we hit new milestones, we are committed to sharing our technological advancements with all our early adopters, and this battery exchange program will allow customers the opportunity to upgrade to our solid-state pack."
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In February 2024, Mullen announced that it began Class 1 EV cargo van road testing with the integrated solid-state polymer battery pack. Mullen continues to achieve milestones in integrating solid-state polymer battery packs into the Mullen One, Class 1 cargo van. To support this program, the company identified lead suppliers for development and components and issued initial purchase orders.
The Mullen One, Class 1 EV cargo van equipped with the solid-state polymer pack is scheduled for production in the second half of 2025. The solid-state polymer battery pack is expected to extend the range of the Mullen One from 110 miles to more than 200 miles.