Vicinity Motor Corp. to Supply Lafarge Canada with VMC 1200 All-Electric Trucks to Enable More Sustainable Operations in North America

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / July 20, 2023 / Vicinity Motor Corp. (NASDAQ:VEV)(TSXV:VMC) ("Vicinity" or the "Company"), a North American supplier of commercial electric vehicles, today announced a strategic collaboration with Lafarge Canada, Canada's largest provider of sustainable and innovative building materials, to electrify Lafarge's truck fleet and reduce their carbon footprint.

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Per the terms of the strategic collaboration, Vicinity will fill a crucial gap in the EV market with its purpose-built, custom-upfit all-electric industrial vehicle - the VMC 1200 - specifically for Lafarge Canada. Designed to excel in aggregates and production sites, even in the face of challenging weather conditions, this cutting-edge vehicle sets a new standard for sustainable transportation in the construction materials industry.

Lafarge Canada is initially deploying two all-electric VMC 1200 trucks in its British Columbia Aggregates and Ready Mix Operations, signaling a paradigm shift towards sustainable transportation solutions. This milestone represents Lafarge's commitment to leading the way in adopting electric vehicles in the industry. As Lafarge continues to expand its fleet, additional VMC models will be integrated throughout 2024.

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Brad Kohl CEO Lafarge Canada (West) agrees: "The benefits of this electrification effort are twofold, delivering immediate cost savings and contributing to carbon emissions reductions, showcasing Lafarge's firm commitment to sustainability and its role in combating climate change. Lafarge Canada remains steadfast in its pursuit of sustainable practices in the construction industry, with the electrification of its truck fleet representing a significant milestone towards achieving net-zero emissions and driving positive change across the sector.

Lincoln Kyne, Senior Vice President and General Manager, BC Lafarge Canada (West), expressing his pride in this initiative, states:, "I am extremely proud of this industry-leading initiative with Vicinity Motor Corporation, a company rooted in British Columbia. With a proven track record in producing reliable electric vehicles that operate across North America, I am excited for the opportunity to collaborate on the design of new models for our business lines in the coming years."