Mullen's Fullerton Leap: Ushering into Solid-State Battery Tech for Greener Future!

Mullen Automotive, Inc., an emerging electric vehicle manufacturer, announces a new high-energy facility in Fullerton, California, expanding its U.S. footprint in EV battery development and production.

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This Southern California facility is dedicated to producing next-generation American-made EV battery packs, a critical component in Mullen's commitment to zero emissions.

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Mullen plans to close its Monrovia facility by the end of 2023, consolidating it with the recently purchased Romeo Power assets at the new Fullerton location.

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Starting in December 2023, Mullen will begin calibrating solid-state polymer battery BMS for integration into Class 1 EV cargo vans.

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The company is set to begin road testing solid-state polymer battery packs in Class 1 EV cargo vans in Q1 2024.

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Mullen's transition from current LFP chemistry to new SSP chemistry in its Class 1 EV cargo van is expected to increase its range from 110 miles to over 190 miles.

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CEO David Michery emphasizes Mullen's commitment to providing next-generation battery technology as a clean and safe alternative to current lithium-ion batteries.

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The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 accelerates Mullen's focus on American-made and packaged EV batteries, offering significant incentives for EVs with domestically sourced materials.

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Mullen's EV development portfolio includes the Mullen FIVE EV Crossover, Mullen-GO Commercial Urban Delivery EV, and Bollinger Motors' electric SUV trucks and commercial offerings.

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