Bollinger reveals B4 commercial electric truck

Date: 07.10.2022

Customers can outfit their Bollinger B4s with either one or two battery packs

Customers can outfit their Bollinger B4s with either one or two battery packs

US manufacturer Bollinger Motors has announced its Class 4 all-electric fleet truck, the Bollinger B4

US manufacturer Bollinger Motors has announced its Class 4 all-electric fleet truck, the Bollinger B4, featuring a cab-forward design with what they say are industry-leading safety, cargo, and turn circle capabilities.

"The cab-forward design is a radical change from our previous concepts," says Robert Bollinger, founder and CEO of Bollinger Motors. "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 prioritise safety.

"The cab-forward design also increases both overall cargo space behind the cab and critical downward visibility in front," says Kent Harrison, chief product officer of Bollinger Motors.

"The B4’s 12.5-metre 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 safety and reduces cost.

Customers may outfit their B4s with either one or two battery packs to accommodate cost and range requirements. Range estimates exceed current customer needs and offer roughly 160km per battery pack, the company says.

"Bollinger Motors has been developing medium-duty all-electric trucks since 2015," says Bryan Chambers, chief operating officer of Bollinger Motors. "Our extensive Class 4–6 engineering and supply-chain development mean our commercial trucks are on the fast track to production." Production will begin with Class 4 chassis cabs, with Class 5 and Class 6 trucks to follow. 

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