LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GreenPower Motor Company Inc. (TSXV: GPV) (OTCQX: GPVRF) (“GreenPower”) announces the launch of the EV Star CarGO Van, an all-electric, zero emission, 25-foot cargo van with capacity of over 570 cubic feet, a payload of up to 6,000 pounds, and an operational range of up to 150 miles on a single charge. The EV Star CarGo Van can be configured with either a Level 2 or a CCS DC Fast charge system.  

“The EV Star Cargo Van has all the payload and versatility of a standard gas or diesel cargo van but costs less to operate and generates zero emissions,” said Brendan Riley, President of GreenPower.  “The EV Star CarGO is a rugged vehicle that serves a wide range of end markets and is a great choice for technicians, the food services industry, cargo transport and any other local organizations with a mandate to reduce emissions.”

For further information contact:

Brendan Riley, President (510) 910-3377

Ryne Shetterly , Vice President of Sales and Marketing (909) 954-7530

About GreenPower Motor Company Inc.

GreenPower designs, builds and distributes a full suite of high-floor and low-floor vehicles, including transit buses, school buses, shuttles, and a double decker.  GreenPower employs a clean-sheet design to manufacture all-electric buses that are purpose built to be battery powered with zero emissions.  GreenPower integrates global suppliers for key components, such as Siemens or TM4 for the drive motors, Knorr for the brakes, ZF for the axles and Parker for the dash and control systems. This OEM platform allows GreenPower to meet the specifications of various operators while providing standard parts for ease of maintenance and accessibility for warranty requirements.  For further information go to www.greenpowerbus.com

Forward-Looking Statements

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Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. © 2019 GreenPower Motor Company Inc. All rights reserved.

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