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Battle Motors Goes National with Velocity Truck Centers

A new deal will see Battle Motors trucks sold nationwide by Velocity Truck Centers dealerships.

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Battle Motors designs and builds Class 7 and 8 ICE, CNG and BEV trucks.

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Velocity Truck Centers is expanding its partnership with Battle Motors, the company announced. A new deal will see Battle Motors' electric trucks available through VTC dealerships nationwide including California, Arizona, Nevada, Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Alabama.

Battle Motors designs and builds Class 7 and 8 trucks. The OEM has a commitment to sustainable transportation solutions. As a result, it has chosen Velocity Truck Centers based on its industry expertise, innovative thinking, and exceptional service standards, the OEM said.

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This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the expansion of Battle Motors' presence in the United States market.

ICE, CNG and BEV Options

"We are thrilled to partner with Battle Motors,” said Brandon Volner, national refuse manager, Velocity Truck Centers. “This partnership underscores our commitment to promoting sustainable transportation solutions and providing our customers with the highest quality vehicles. We look forward to a successful collaboration and the opportunity to drive the future greener transportation solutions together.”

Velocity Truck Centers network of truck dealerships will now feature Battle Motors' ICE, CNG and electric trucks. The company said its goal is to provide customers with environmentally friendly, high-performance options for their transportation needs.

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In addition to the EV offerings, this collaboration will also expand Velocity’s vocational product offering, enabling them to better service a wider customer base with a variety of versatile, durable trucks designed for various industries and applications, the company said.

 "We are excited about this expanded partnership with Velocity Truck Centers, which aligns with our mission to deliver top-tier transportation solutions across the country,” said Stan Mikalonis, chief revenue officer, Battle Motors. “Velocity's expertise and commitment to service make them an ideal partner as we continue to grow our presence in the U.S. market.”

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