New Location Positions Company to Become State's First Commercial Electric Vehicle Manufacturer

CORONA, CA / ACCESSWIRE / February 17, 2022 / Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. (OTCQX:EVTV), a provider of new zero-emission, purpose-built electric vehicles (the "Company"), has announced it will open its first U.S.-based, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Arkansas. The Company has entered into a purchase agreement for a facility in Arkansas and expects to commence operations during the first quarter of 2022.

Phillip Oldridge, CEO of Envirotech Vehicles, commented, "We are excited to announce the purchase of EVTV's first U.S.-based manufacturing facility. It has been a longstanding goal of our Company to manufacture our vehicles here in the U.S., and we are gratified to have received tremendous support from the state of Arkansas. Not only does Arkansas provide us with a robust business climate and highly capable workforce, but the facility's proximity to all forms of transportation is also well-suited for the efficient transport of our electric trucks and vans."

"The business climate in Arkansas continues to sell itself, and with a continued focus on reducing the tax burden, it's no surprise that companies like Envirotech Vehicles have chosen to locate in our state," said Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston. "Electric vehicle demand will only continue to grow, and I'm delighted that Arkansas is continuing to gain a foothold in the market."

The Envirotech Vehicles' team brings more than 30 years of in-depth industry expertise, as well as access to an innovative, growing customer-ready product line of vehicles, systems and green technology that serves last-mile fleets, school districts, public and private transportation service companies and colleges and universities to meet the increasing demand for medium to heavy-duty electric vehicles. The Company's products include Electric Urban Trucks, Electric Logistics Vans and Electric Cutaway Vans.

The Company will begin recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, and other professional positions shortly. For more information please visit www.evtvusa.com.

About Envirotech Vehicles

Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. is a provider of purpose-built zero-emission electric vehicles focused on reducing the total cost of vehicle ownership and helping fleet operators unlock the benefits of green technology. We serve commercial and last-mile fleets, school districts, public and private transportation service companies and colleges and universities to meet the increasing demand for heavy duty electric vehicles. Our vehicles address the challenges of traditional fuel price cost instability and local, state and federal environmental regulatory compliance. For more information visit www.evtvusa.com.

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Contact Information
Investor Relations Contacts:

IMS Investor Relations
John Nesbett/Jennifer Belodeau
Telephone: (203) 972-9200
Email: jnesbett@imsinvestorrelations.com

Envirotech Vehicles
Christian Rodich, Chief Financial Officer
Telephone: (951) 407-9860 ext. 1207
Email: christian.r@evtvusa.com

SOURCE: Envirotech Vehicles, Inc.