- GATR EV has ordered 1,150 all-electric trucks in a major signal to the 
marketplace
- The SEA M5 EVs offer industry-leading performance and range
- GATR is committed to exploring new technology and opportunities for customers 
to help them be progressive and continue growth
- The trucks are available from all five GATR EV dealerships

GATR Truck Center has made a significant step towards an all-electric transport 
future, with a deal to acquire 1,150 zero-emissions SEA M5 EVs for its clients 
across Minnesota and Iowa.

The deal will see the first 40 trucks delivered by the end of the 2021 calendar 
year, with the remainder delivered throughout 2022, with demonstration models 
made available for fleets to sample the technology for the very first time.

The package features the Hino Class 5 chassis, fitted with a SEA Electric 
SEA-Drive® Power System, which has found favor the world over for its 
innovative design.

The truck's drive train features a 1,106lb-ft electric motor in combination 
with a 138 kWh battery pack, which provides market-leading performance and 
range potential.

For GATR EV, the announcement will form the cornerstone of an e-commerce system 
currently in development focusing purely on the sale of electric vehicles.

All dealerships are set up to fully back this move into the EV space via 
comprehensive specialist after-sales support.

"The GATR companies are proud to be a leader in this huge momentum shift 
towards Electric Vehicles in our industry," said Matt Gordon, President of GATR 
Truck Centers/GATR EV.

"GATR EV is poised to offer solutions now to companies seeking new 
opportunities utilizing Electric Vehicle trucks. 

"We can offer solutions in Q4 of 2021 and throughout 2022, we will have 
demonstration models for potential partners to experience this technology as 
well. 

"Here at GATR, we pride ourselves on being innovators in our industry, being 
stewards of the environment, and exploring new opportunities to facilitate our 
customers in growing their companies and becoming more profitable."

Further to the announcement, GATR EV has struck a partnership with Merchants 
Fleet Management Company, which will enable clients access to one of the 
nation’s most respected leasing companies.

For Merchants Fleet, the fastest growing fleet management company in the 
industry, the deal is the first step in a commitment to making 50 percent of 
its Mobility fleet electric by 2025, and 50 percent of its managed clients' 
fleets EV by 2030.

Other exciting initiatives will be announced in the coming months.

Since 1962, GATR Truck Center has been servicing Minnesota and Iowa, with its 
five locations offering full support to the heavy and medium segments of the 
market, including leasing and rental options.

The company's award-winning service and parts offering is backed up by three 
body shops, which specialize in a wide array of vehicle repairs.

GATR EV dealerships can be found in Elk River, MN, Sauk Rapids, MN, Cedar 
Rapids, IA, Waukee, IA, and Waterloo, IA, with further information available at 
www.gatrev.net.

Customers seeking further information should contact GATR EV Sales Manager, 
David Irving, at dirving@gatr.net or 515-859-6180.

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SOURCE: GATR Truck Center