Product Offerings
Products:
Electric Trucks: Argo Series Step Vans, Box Trucks, Shuttle Buses
Electric Powertrains: Customizable EV Platforms for Medium-Duty Vehicles
Charging Solutions: Integrated Charging Infrastructure and Services
Motiv Power Systems, headquartered in Foster City, California, is a pioneering manufacturer of all-electric medium-duty trucks and powertrain solutions. With a mission to free fleets from fossil fuels, Motiv delivers reliable, customizable electric vehicles (EVs) designed for commercial use, helping companies reduce operating costs and emissions while meeting evolving regulatory requirements.
Core Business
Motiv specializes in the development and manufacturing of electric trucks and proprietary EV powertrains tailored for medium-duty applications. The company integrates advanced battery-electric systems with industry-leading chassis partners to offer fleet-ready Class 4–6 vehicles, including delivery vans, box trucks, and shuttle buses. Motiv also provides complete charging infrastructure and fleet support solutions.
Product and Service Offerings
Motiv’s product lineup centers around three key areas:
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Electric Trucks – Argo Series
- Step Vans: Designed for last-mile delivery, offering high cargo volume and fast charging.
- Box Trucks: Built for versatility in logistics, retail, and moving services.
- Shuttle Buses: Ideal for transit agencies, schools, and campus transportation.
Key features:
- Up to 150-mile range on a single charge
- Regenerative braking and adaptive drive modes
- Integrated telematics for real-time fleet monitoring
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Electric Powertrains
- Motiv’s Electric Power Intelligent Chassis® (EPIC) is a modular, high-voltage powertrain platform compatible with multiple vehicle body types.
- EPIC provides up to 226 kWh of battery capacity, 200+ hp, and seamless integration with OEM chassis from Ford, Freightliner, and others.
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Charging Solutions
- Turnkey charging infrastructure design and implementation
- Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) integration
- Depot planning and energy management services
Motiv’s vertically integrated approach enables complete control over drivetrain performance, diagnostics, and optimization, ensuring robust vehicle uptime and scalability.
Specialisation and Core USP
Motiv stands out in the EV market due to its focus on medium-duty commercial vehicles, a segment underserved by traditional automakers. Their unique selling propositions include:
- Modular, OEM-agnostic EPIC platform adaptable to various body types
- Proven field performance, with 2+ million electric miles logged
- V2G and grid-responsive technologies for optimized fleet energy use
- CARB, HVIP, and federal funding compatibility to support fleet electrification cost-effectively
Motiv also leads in customer customization, working closely with fleet operators to configure vehicles that align with specific route, load, and charging requirements.
Financial Strength and Market Presence
Motiv is a privately held, venture-backed company with strategic investors including GM Ventures, Winnebago Industries, and Fifth Wall. As of 2023:
- Raised over USD 100 million in funding
- Operating across 15+ U.S. states, including California, New York, Illinois, and Texas
- Partnered with U.S. Postal Service, FedEx contractors, Aramark, Bimbo Bakeries, and more
Motiv is expanding its manufacturing capacity through a new production facility in Detroit, Michigan, positioning itself to scale nationwide EV adoption for fleet operators.
Shipment and Trade Data
According to verified data from ImportYeti and public logistics disclosures:
- Over 450 electric vehicle systems shipped to commercial fleet operators since 2018
- Deliveries include Class 6 trucks for bakery routes, Class 4 step vans for parcel delivery, and electric shuttle buses for municipalities
- Distribution of vehicles primarily within the United States, with early-stage interest from Canada and Mexico for export expansion
Fleet deployment data shows a 25–60% operating cost savings compared to ICE vehicles in urban duty cycles.
Target Market
Motiv serves a rapidly growing market of fleet operators focused on decarbonization and regulatory compliance:
- Parcel and logistics companies
- Municipal and public transit authorities
- Food and beverage distributors
- Schools and universities
- Corporate campuses and internal transport operators
Their vehicles are ideal for urban and suburban delivery, short-haul logistics, and fixed-route services where range predictability and charging access are well established.
Capabilities
- Full in-house R&D and manufacturing of powertrain systems
- EV integration services with top OEM chassis and body builders
- Real-time vehicle telemetry and remote diagnostics
- Charging and energy planning tools with utility coordination
- Workforce training and after-sales support programs
Motiv also collaborates with government agencies and clean tech consortiums to influence EV policy and infrastructure development.
Certifications and Compliance
Motiv Power Systems ensures all vehicles meet or exceed industry and regulatory standards:
- CARB-certified zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)
- FMVSS compliance for crash safety
- Buy America-compliant components for public fleet procurement
- Eligibility for California HVIP, New York NYTVIP, and EPA DERA funding programs
All Motiv platforms support SAE J1772 and CCS1 charging protocols and are OBD-compliant for standardized diagnostics.
Customer Testimonials
A FedEx contractor in California stated:
“Our Motiv step vans have reduced fuel and maintenance costs by over 50%. The reliability has been outstanding for our daily routes.”
A public transit agency added:
“The electric shuttle buses are quiet, clean, and well-suited for our urban passenger service. Motiv provided excellent onboarding support and training.”
Major Achievements
- Deployed over 150 electric step vans and box trucks in urban centers as of 2023
- Partnered with Winnebago Industries to develop the first all-electric Type A motorhome
- Winner of the ACT Expo Fleet Award for Innovation
- Expanded U.S. production with Detroit-based manufacturing hub in 2023
- Achieved over 2 million real-world electric miles across commercial fleet customers
With its modular electric powertrain technology, customer-centric approach, and expanding market footprint, Motiv Power Systems continues to drive the transition to zero-emission commercial transportation.