Xos Trucks to develop fully electric chassis for Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicles division

Xos Trucks and Winnebago Industries, the latter being a well-known brand of outdoor lifestyle products, have announced a partnership that will led to the development of a fully electric chassis for Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicles division. As stated by Xos Trucks, “chassis utilizes proven Xos battery and electronics technology and is customized for Winnebago’s unique commercial applications”.

Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicles division has been providing commercial vehicles for over 50 years with zero-emissions vehicle solutions, with their first electric vehicle introduced in 2018. The specialized chassis for Winnebago will utilize Xos’ proven SV platform technology allowing for quick scalability, dependable access to parts, continued software improvements, and scalable service support. The chassis is also compatible with Xosphere, Xos’ fleet management software, providing end-users with a comprehensive support system.

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Statements from Xos Trucks and Winnebago

“Our approach to innovation is rooted in embracing change and collaborating across our businesses to create the best possible experiences for our customers,” said Jamie Sorenson, director in Winnebago Industries’ Advanced Technology Group. “We are constantly monitoring evolving customer needs and technology solutions and our partnership with Xos represents a significant milestone in our journey into the future of electric specialty vehicles.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Winnebago to move the industry forward,” added Dakota Semler, CEO and Co-Founder of Xos, Inc. “This is a testament to the quality and reliability of our products, and to the customer-centered design approach of Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicle team. This partnership combines the strengths of both companies and positively impacts the communities these vehicles serve.”