Purolator Doubles Down on Workhorse Electric Vans with 100-Vehicle Order
Event summary
- Workhorse secures a 100-vehicle order from Purolator, doubling its fleet of electric step vans with the Canadian logistics provider.
- The order builds on prior purchases from Motiv Electric Trucks, which merged with Workhorse in late 2025.
- Workhorse will deliver the step vans throughout 2026, leveraging its Indiana manufacturing plant capable of producing up to 5,000 vehicles annually.
- 10 of the largest medium-duty truck fleets in North America now deploy Workhorse vehicles, including Purolator, Vestis, and Cintas.
The big picture
This order underscores the growing demand for electric fleet solutions in the logistics sector, particularly among large North American operators. Workhorse's ability to integrate Motiv's customer base and scale production will be critical in maintaining its competitive edge. The deal also highlights the strategic shift towards sustainability in freight and package delivery services.
What we're watching
- Fleet Electrification
- How Purolator's expanded order will influence other large fleets to adopt electric vehicles more rapidly.
- Manufacturing Scale
- Whether Workhorse can sustain production and delivery timelines given its current capacity and future demand.
- Market Penetration
- The pace at which Workhorse can convert additional top fleets to its electric vehicle platform.
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