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The Irish Sun
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Electric car brand ‘on brink of collapse' with ‘all assets frozen' – months after suing British EV firm
AN ELECTRIC car brand is on the "brink of collapse" with "all assets frozen" after suing another EV firm. The start-up is recognisable for its 3 Bollinger Motors produces a range of electric vehicles Credit: Alamy 3 The company is currently embroiled in a major lawsuit Credit: Getty Images Its chunky B1 SUV and B2 pickup truck showcased minimalist designs and robust features - and both were The company's founder and former CEO Robert Bollinger filed a lawsuit in March, in which he claimed he was owed an eyewatering $10 million. Robert had taken a step back from the company in June 2024, handing over the reins to California-based company Mullen Automotive Inc. Read more on Motor News According to Robert's lawsuit, he issued a $10 million loan to the company which required periodic interest payments. He is now claiming that those payment terms haven't been met. According to Automotive News, the former CEO had requested that the company would be placed into receivership to secure all of its assets - which were used as collateral for the loan. On May 7, that request was granted. Most read in Motors However, this means that Bollinger Motor's assets - including an unknown number of B4 trucks - are frozen. The legal storm didn't just stop with Robert Bollinger's lawsuit and at least two other suppliers have also taken Bollinger Motors to court, alleging unpaid bills and broken contracts. Dogs prefer EVs to fuel-powered cars with heart rates revealing exactly how your pet feels on drive, study shows_1 Now Bollinger Motors is now under the control of a court-appointed receiver. This receiver has a tight 30-day window to come up with a plan to pay off the company's debts. If the money isn't transferred over, then according to it could seal the fate of the startup. Bollinger Motors President and CEO Bryan Chambers told "During this period, we are focused on moving forward and remain committed to bringing our customers a world-class vehicle, and we remain optimistic about our future and the impact we will have on the commercial vehicle market. 'We continue to work with our dealers to sell and service the Bollinger B4. "We have temporarily paused production as we adjust to current market conditions and plan for Model Year 2026 production.' This isn't the only battle Bollinger Motors has been in. Previously, the EV company battled Scottish Bollinger alleged that the Munro MK-1 is too similar to designs for vehicles they intended to launch and accused Munro of trademark and patent infringement. They also claimed that Munro's designer Ross Compton - who formerly worked with Bollinger - violated a nondisclosure agreement by referring to confidential Bollinger files, with Munro's awareness, while designing Munro products. Munro said they will "robustly defend" their position and insist their electric vehicle has an "unique design." Bollinger Motors sought a preliminary and permanent injunction to prevent Munro from, as it sees it, infringing on Bollinger's trademark designs, and for Munro to immediately cease using direct and indirect knowledge of Bollinger's designs for professional gain. The company also sought reimbursement of all fees related to the lawsuit, profits relating to the vehicle in question and a judgment of damages. As of now, the legal proceedings are ongoing, with both parties preparing to present their cases in court. Bryan Chambers, President and CEO of Bollinger Motors, said: "We can't comment on the outcome of the court case at this time. "During this period, we are focused on moving forward and remain committed to bringing our customers a world-class vehicle, and we remain optimistic about our future and the impact we will have on the commercial vehicle market. "During receivership we are still selling and delivering trucks to customers." 3 Bollinger's original CEO stepped back from the company in 2024 Credit: Alamy
Malaysian Reserve
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Malaysian Reserve
THOR Industries Announces Strategic Partnership to Optimize Diesel Class A Motorhome Production with Focus on Quality and Customer Experience
ELKHART, Ind., May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — THOR Industries, Inc. (NYSE: THO) today announced a strategic partnership between Jayco, Inc. ('Jayco') and Tiffin Motorhomes ('Tiffin') whereby production of Class A diesel motorhomes for the Entegra Coach brand will transition from Jayco to Tiffin at its facilities in Red Bay, Alabama. This move allows Jayco to expand production capacity while ensuring that Entegra customers continue to receive the superior quality and attention to detail that they expect from an Entegra Coach unit. 'Entegra Coach has earned a strong reputation for luxury, performance, and owner loyalty,' said Ken Walters, President of Jayco. 'We're confident that the Tiffin team understands the high standards our Entegra Coach customers expect. Tiffin's long-standing commitment to quality and integrity makes them the ideal partner for this next chapter of Entegra.' Tiffin Motorhomes has built its legacy on high-end craftsmanship, premium materials, and customer-first design. For the team in Red Bay, manufacturing Entegra Coach Class A motorhomes is a natural extension of that commitment. 'Tiffin is known for producing some of the highest quality motorhomes in the market, and we're honored to bring that same level of excellence to the Entegra Coach brand,' said Leigh Tiffin, President of Tiffin Motorhomes. 'We have an experienced and passionate team that takes great pride in their work, and we're excited to uphold and continue the strong reputation Entegra has built over the years.' 'As the class A diesel market continues to evolve and become a smaller part of the overall RV marketplace, it is important for us to optimize our production capabilities across the THOR family of companies. Given the overall size of the Class A diesel market, integrating Entegra Coach into Tiffin optimizes our production at Tiffin where Class A diesels comprise a greater percentage of its product offering and allows us to leverage Tiffin's expertise in the segment. As we look ahead, rapidly evolving requirements for the Class A diesel segment will require focused engineering and craftsmanship that Tiffin can provide for the Entegra brand. This strategic move reflects our ongoing commitment to adaptability, quality, and the long-term success of our brands and dealer partners with an unrelenting focus on maximizing customer experience,' offered Bob Martin, President and CEO of THOR Industries, Inc. Jayco will continue to produce Model Year 2026 Entegra Coach diesel Class A motorhomes through the end of the 2025 calendar year, which include Cornerstone, Anthem, Aspire, and Reatta. Jayco will provide customer service, parts and warranty experience for all Jayco-built Entegra Coach products. As part of its long-term product strategy, Tiffin will begin manufacturing successor products in calendar year 2026, integrating select Entegra Coach product names and design elements into its Model Year 2027 Class A lineup. These motorhomes will be marketed exclusively as Tiffin products. Service and warranty for all Tiffin-built motorhomes will be handled by Tiffin. All Entegra Coach Class C, Class B and gas Class A motorhomes will continue to be produced, serviced and warrantied by Jayco. About THOR IndustriesTHOR Industries is the sole owner of operating companies which, combined, represent the world's largest RVs manufacturer. For more information on the Company and its products, please visit THOR has inspired and empowered people to connect with nature and each other nearly 45 years. About Entegra Coach Headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana, Entegra Coach, a division of Jayco, Inc., manufactures and markets luxury diesel and gas motorhomes. For additional information about Entegra Coach or its products, call 1-(800)-517-9137 or visit About Tiffin MotorhomesTiffin Motorhomes is proud to be one of the few family-operated RV manufacturers in the industry, making a significant difference in how our company operates versus our competitors. With the Tiffin name on every coach, building a superior motorhome is not just our occupation but a matter of personal pride. It has been a lifelong pursuit we are committed to perfecting. For further insights into Tiffin Motorhomes, visit
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
State delays enforcement of electric truck requirements
BOSTON (SHNS) – The Department of Environmental Protection announced Monday a delay in its enforcement of minimum electric truck sales requirements, a move cheered by cities and towns but condemned by clean energy and environmental advocates. Under the Advanced Clean Trucks (ACT) regulation that Massachusetts adopted following California's lead in 2021, medium- and heavy-duty vehicle manufacturers are required to produce and make available for sale a gradually-increasing percentage of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) starting in model year 2025. Supporters say the ACT rule will improve air quality and help reduce emissions from the transportation sector. MassDEP said some truck manufacturers have said the sales requirements 'are too difficult to meet' and municipalities have sounded the alarm about the limited supply of clean trucks that are available to comply with the state's lower-emissions standards. DEP had already indicated it would be flexible about enforcement of some provisions, but said Monday that it 'will exercise enforcement discretion by not taking enforcement action against manufacturers that do not meet their Model Year 2025 or Model Year 2026' sales requirements as long as those manufacturers continue to provide internal combustion vehicles to distributors. 'While manufacturers were involved in developing the ACT framework, they now indicate that ACT requirements are too difficult to meet. Some manufacturers are limiting ICE truck sales as a means to ensure their compliance with ACT sales requirements, reducing availability to a wide range of users,' MassDEP said. 'Further, the current federal administration has created significant uncertainty around ZEV incentives, charging investments, manufacturing and tariffs, each of which threaten a smooth transition to medium- and heavy-duty ZEVs.' DEP's announcement was hammered by Sierra Club Massachusetts, which said the action will delay health benefits to millions of Bay Staters as part of a 'deliberate, national effort by manufacturers to create a false compliance crisis to stall progress on the shift to clean vehicles.' 'Diesel trucks are a health risk Massachusetts cannot willfully ignore,' Vick Mohanka, Sierra Club Massachusetts's director, said. 'Delaying the transition to cleaner, more efficient trucks is misguided and will have a detrimental impact on the well-being of our local communities. Study after study shows the devastating impact of highly emitting diesel trucks, especially to infants & young children. Truck manufacturers must be held accountable for their attempts to obstruct the necessary transition to cleaner trucks that lower fuel costs and emissions.' Adam Chapdelaine, executive director of the Massachusetts Municipal Association, told lawmakers last month municipalities were worried about their ability to buy the trucks necessary to plow roads, collect trash and more as manufacturers focused on their EV sales mandates. He said Monday that municipalities appreciate DEP's 'recognition of the market forces that are impacting the ACT initiative.' 'Local leaders feel the direct impacts of climate change and share the Commonwealth's commitment to reducing emissions, but also must balance the realities of tight municipal budgets and the need to reliably provide essential services to residents,' he said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
