Workhorse Group has secured purchase orders from three parcel delivery independent service providers for its W56 step vans. The new orders, received in the 30 days following the company’s participation at FedEx Forward Service Provider Summit, are for seven W56 electric trucks for parcel delivery.

The orders include both the standard 178-inch wheelbase with 1,000 cubic feet of cargo space and the new 208-inch extended wheelbase with 1,200 cubic feet of cargo space. All vehicles are scheduled for delivery by the end of the year.

“As parcel delivery fleets transition to zero-emission vehicles, we believe the W56 is an ideal fit,” said Ryan Gaul, president of commercial vehicles at Workhorse. “We understand the importance of uptime for parcel operators, especially during the busy holiday season. That’s why we back our vehicles with a robust service and support network through our certified dealers and national service partners, which helps keep trucks on the road and deliveries on time. Our W56 models are built for the real-world demands of last-mile delivery, offering effective range, cargo capacity flexibility, durability, and reliability in every configuration.”

With a marked increase in fleet interest, Workhorse’s third quarter was active, with demos performed at multiple parcel delivery terminal depots across California, where FedEx has installed and connected electric charging systems. 

Additional potential truck orders are now in the quoting process, the company said. Workhorse said fleet operators recognize the W56 as a reliable, zero-emission vehicle for high-density urban routes, rural routes or routes that require increased cargo capacity needs.

Details of the Workhorse W56

Designed, engineered, and built in the US at the Workhorse Ranch in Union City, Indiana, the W56 provides fleet operators with options tailored to specific operational requirements. Workhorse said its approach to quality and support ensures that fleet operators have a dependable partner in their transition to electrification. 

The W56 1,000- and 1,200-cubic-foot models deliver the essential cargo capacity and uncompromising reliability that today’s parcel delivery fleets demand, ensuring Workhorse is ready to drive the future of last-mile logistics.

Workhorse said the W56 step van is meticulously engineered to meet the demanding needs of commercial last-mile delivery operations. 

With its efficient eAxle electric drivetrain and extended range aided by highly efficient regenerative braking, the W56 delivers efficiency, lower operational costs, and a reduced environmental footprint. This makes it perfectly suited for stop-and-go delivery routes and an ideal choice for last-mile delivery, the company said.