Schindler to Deploy Canoo EVS to U.S. Fleet

On March 7, Schindler announced plans to deploy 50 electric vehicle (EV) light-duty vans to its U.S. fleet, observing it is the “first in the industry to announce its intent to use [such vehicles] in the U.S.” The 2023 Canoo Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle battery-electric vans will be implemented through Schindler’s fleet management company. The vans will be customized for use by Schindler technicians, with features including 200-plus-mile range, 1532-lb. payload, 133 ft³ of usable cargo space, eight airbags and advanced driver assistance systems. The move is part of Schindler’s commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2040. “We understand that companies like ours play a crucial role around climate change,” Schindler U.S. CEO Ray Bisson said. “Deploying these vehicles brings us one step closer to a low-carbon future.”