Workhorse Group Inc. announced the release of its latest innovation, the W56 with a 208-inch wheelbase. This extended wheelbase version of the W56 is designed to accommodate Workhorse?s next-generation step van body, spanning 22 feet with an impressive cargo volume of 1,200 cubic feet. The 208-inch wheelbase W56 builds upon the success of its predecessor, the W56 with 178-inch wheelbase, retaining the features that have been well received by fleet managers and operators.

This zero-emission delivery work van is designed to meet the rigorous demands of the commercial vehicle industry, supporting a benchmark payload capacity of up to approximately 10,000 pounds and a range of up to 150 miles. The ergonomically designed cabin prioritizes driver safety and comfort, even during the longest work shifts. As previously disclosed, Workhorse has secured an order for the extended wheelbase W56 from a customer who was impressed by the technical superiority of the W56 platform and the excellent service and support provided by the Company but required a larger version of the W56 to meet their specific needs.

Standard production of the new, extended wheelbase W56 is set to begin in Third Quarter of 2024 at Workhorse?s Union City, IN assembly complex, alongside the 178-inch wheelbase W56, launched in Third Quarter of 2023. Initial customer deliveries of the 208-inch wheelbase W56 are expected in Fourth Quarter of 2024.