Electric Vehicle Buzz in the Mid-South: Mullen's Zesty Move

Revving up the EV game in the Mid-South, Mullen Automotive, headquartered in sunny California, is throwing a high-voltage celebration as their spanking-new factory in northwest Mississippi revs its engines for the first time.

Crafting the Mighty Mullen 3

This snazzy facility is all about making the Mullen 3, a Class 3 commercial truck that’s going to rule the streets. Think of it like a heavyweight champion, but for hauling stuff. With a whooping capacity of nearly 11,000 pounds and a swaggering range of around 130 miles, this electric truck means business.

Mississippi's EV Factory Debut

Picture this: Mississippi, the land of blues, cotton, and now, electric trucks! Mullen Automotive, our cool Californian pals, have set up shop here and just unveiled their inaugural EV ride. It's like the debut of a hot new artist in the music scene, but with wheels.

Hustle and Muscle in Tunica

Tunica, a place known for farm vibes and a bit of casino luck, is now humming with a different kind of energy. Mullen's got 61 folks there, all hard at work, crafting the Mullen 3. This ain't just any truck; it’s a Class 3 commercial beast. And guess what? They threw a big shindig to show it off to the local bigwigs and media.

City Streets, Meet Your Match

Ever seen a truck do the tango on tight city streets? Now you have. The Mullen 3 is like the dance master of maneuvering through narrow lanes. Plus, it's got the strength to haul around 11,000 pounds of cargo. That's like carrying an elephant, but in style.

High Fives for Location, Mullen!

John Schwegman, the big cheese at Mullen Automotive, is all smiles. He’s giving major props to the factory's primo spot, just around 30 miles from Memphis, Tennessee. It's like living close to the party and the afterparty, making it easy-peasy to get supplies and ship out trucks all over the U.S.

More EV Action in the 'Hood

Hold up, there’s more EV magic happening around here. Ford's in on it too, with a Korean battery buddy. They're cooking up plans in rural Stanton, Tennessee, prepping to give jobs to around 6,000 peeps and throwing in a cool $5.6 billion. But they’re going for a different game: more consumer rides.

Mullen's Grand Plans

Back to Mullen, the trendsetters since 2014. They're not stopping with just one truck. Nope, they’re rolling out a snappy van next. By the end of the year, they'll have more than a hundred folks in Tunica, and they’re tight-lipped about the money talk, but you can bet they're betting big.

From Desert to Delta

Did you know Mullen bought this factory in 2021? It was like a deserted dance floor after another electric car maker shut its doors in 2017. But Mullen’s turning the tunes back on. They've got hangouts in Cali, Mississippi, Michigan, and Indiana, with over 200 talented folks making the magic happen.

So, there you have it, the Mid-South's new player in the electric vehicle jam. Mullen's not just changing lanes; they're taking the wheel and giving it a spin! 🚗💨