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Workhorse Group Inc.

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Workhorse Group is an original equipment manufacturer and technology company headquartered in Sharonville, Ohio, USA. In 2025, it merged its operations with those of Motiv Electric Trucks, forming a new entity known as Workhorse.

What changed in Workhorse Group Inc.'s 10-K — 2024 vs 2025

Top changes in Workhorse Group Inc.'s 2025 10-K

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Item 1. Business

Business — how the company describes what it does

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None of our U.S. employees are represented by a labor organization or are party to any collective bargaining arrangement. We have never experienced a strike or similar work stoppage, and we consider our relations with our employees to be good. We understand that our innovation leadership is ultimately rooted in people.
None of our U.S. employees are represented by a labor organization or are party to any collective bargaining arrangement. We have never experienced a strike or similar work stoppage, and we consider our relations with our employees to be good. 8 We understand that our innovation leadership is ultimately rooted in people.
Our website is located at www.workhorse.com, and our reports, amendments thereto, proxy statements and other information are also made available on our investor relations website, free of charge, at ir.workhorse.com as soon as reasonably practicable after we electronically file or furnish such information with the SEC.
Our website is located at www.workhorse.com, and our reports, amendments thereto, proxy statements and other information are also made available on our investor relations website, free of charge, at ir.workhorse.com as soon as reasonably practicable after we electronically file or furnish such information with the SEC. 9
We are currently focused on adding the ability to integrate Workhorse Connect™ Telematics with the internal telematics and data management systems of our clients, as well as expanding our ability to present and analyze data within a proprietary Workhorse interface.
We are currently focused on adding the ability to integrate Workhorse Connect™ Telematics with the internal telematics and data management systems of clients, as well as expanding the ability to present and analyze data within a proprietary Workhorse interface.
The ABT programs will allow for emission and/or fuel consumption credits to be averaged, banked or traded within defined groupings of the regulatory subcategories.
The ABT programs will allow for emission and/or fuel consumption credits to be averaged, banked or traded within defined groupings of 6 the regulatory subcategories.
In addition, the new Presidential Administration has suspended funding the previously proposed plan to deploy an additional 500,000 electric vehicle charging stations across the United States. Many of the new Presidential Administration’s policy objectives will require further rulemaking actions or other formal steps before they would become law.
In addition, the current presidential administration has suspended funding the previously proposed plan to deploy an additional 500,000 electric vehicle charging stations across the United States. Many of the current presidential administration’s policy objectives will require further rulemaking actions or other formal steps before they would become law.
Additionally, there may be litigation over such regulatory changes, and if public enforcement decreases as a result of such changes, private litigation may increase. Intellectual Property Our success depends in part upon our ability to protect our core technology and intellectual property.
Additionally, there may be litigation over such regulatory changes, and if public enforcement decreases as a result of such changes, private litigation may increase. Intellectual Property The Company's success depends in part upon our ability to protect our core technology and intellectual property.
As a result, there is significant uncertainty regarding whether or how regulations and the agencies that administer and enforce these regulations may change as a result of the actions taken to date and possible future actions by the new Presidential Administration.
As a result, there is significant uncertainty regarding whether or how regulations and the agencies that administer and enforce these regulations may change as a result of the actions taken to date and possible future actions by the current presidential administration.
Workhorse’s MY 2023 and newer vehicles are eligible for California’s HVIP program and other incentive and grant programs across the United States, including those in New York and Massachusetts.
Workhorse’s MY 2023 and newer vehicles are eligible for California’s HVIP program and other incentive and grant programs across the United States, including those in Washington State, New York and Massachusetts.
In addition, the new Presidential Administration has taken actions to reduce the number of federal employees and to eliminate certain federal agencies or reduce their authority. For example, the new Presidential Administration has issued executive orders to revoke prior executive orders that directed federal agencies to review and potentially revise vehicle fuel efficiency and emissions standards.
In addition, the current presidential administration has taken actions to reduce the number of federal employees and to eliminate certain federal agencies or reduce their authority. For example, the current presidential 7 administration has issued executive orders to revoke prior executive orders that directed federal agencies to review and potentially revise vehicle fuel efficiency and emissions standards.
Our revenues from operations are unlikely to be sufficient to meet our liquidity requirements for the twelve months following the date of the issuance of our Consolidated Financial Statements, and, accordingly, our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to obtain and receive proceeds from third-party financing.
Our revenues from operations are unlikely to be sufficient to meet our liquidity requirements for the twelve months following the date of the issuance of our Consolidated Financial Statements, and, accordingly, our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to obtain and receive proceeds from external financing.
Because the public float of our Common Stock is currently less than $75 million, the SEC’s “baby shelf” rules will limit the 2 amount of securities we can offer and sell on Form S-3, including the 2024 Notes, Common Stock and all other securities, to one-third of our public float in any twelve month period.
Because the public float of our Common Stock is currently less than $75.0 million, the SEC’s “baby shelf” rules will limit the amount of securities we can offer and sell on Form S-3, including Common Stock and all other securities, to one-third of our public float in any twelve month period.
We conduct annual employee performance reviews, where each employee is evaluated by their personal manager and also conducts a self-assessment, a process which empowers our employees. Employee performance is assessed based on a variety of key performance metrics, including the achievement of objectives specific to the employee’s department or role.
Provide Programs for Employee Recognition We conduct annual employee performance reviews, where each employee is evaluated by their personal manager and also conducts a self-assessment, a process which empowers our employees. Employee performance is assessed based on a variety of key performance metrics, including the achievement of objectives specific to the employee’s department or role.
Stables by Workhorse In 2022, Workhorse purchased ESG Logistics Corp., a provider of package pickup and delivery services, and began operating a series of FedEx Ground delivery routes in the greater Cincinnati, OH area under an initiative known as Stables by Workhorse. Throughout 2024, we continued to electrify the fleet of vehicles being used in our Stables by Workhorse initiative.
Stables by Workhorse In 2022, Workhorse purchased ESG Logistics Corp., a provider of package pickup and delivery services, and began operating a series of FedEx Ground delivery routes in the greater Cincinnati, OH area under an initiative known as Stables by Workhorse. Throughout 2025, Workhorse continued to electrify the fleet of vehicles being used in the Stables by Workhorse initiative.
Recent regulatory developments from the new Presidential Administration Since the new Presidential Administration took office in January 2025, the new Presidential Administration has rescinded various executive orders issued by prior administrations and has issued new executive orders and taken other related executive actions, which indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy and electric vehicles.
Recent regulatory developments Since the current presidential administration took office in January 2025, various executive orders issued by prior administrations have been rescinded and new executive orders have been issued and other related executive actions have been taken, which indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy and electric vehicles.
Available Information We file or furnish periodic reports and amendments thereto, including our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, proxy statements and other information with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
Available Information We file or furnish periodic reports and amendments thereto, including our Annual Reports on Form 10-K, our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K, proxy statements and other information with the SEC.
Offer Competitive Compensation and Benefits 8 We strive to ensure that our employees receive competitive and fair compensation and innovative benefits offerings, tying incentive compensation to both business and individual performance, offering competitive maternal/paternal leave policies and providing meaningful retirement and health benefits.
Offer Competitive Compensation and Benefits We strive to provide our employees with competitive and fair compensation and innovative benefits offerings, tying incentive compensation to both business and individual performance, offering competitive maternal/paternal leave policies and providing meaningful retirement and health benefits.
We protect our intellectual property rights, both in the U.S. and abroad, through a combination of patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret protection, as well as confidentiality agreements with our employees and consultants. We seek to control access to, and distribution of, our proprietary information through non-disclosure agreements with our vendors and business partners.
The Company protects its intellectual property rights, both in the U.S. and abroad, through a combination of patent, trademark, copyright and trade secret protection, as well as confidentiality agreements with employees and consultants. It seeks to control access to, and distribution of, proprietary information through non-disclosure agreements with vendors and business partners.
Provide Programs for Employee Recognition We also offer rewards and recognition programs to our employees, including awards to recognize employees who best exemplify our values and spot awards to recognize employee contributions. We believe that these recognition programs help drive strong employee performance and retention.
Post-merger, we are implementing rewards and recognition programs to our employees, including awards to recognize employees who best exemplify our values and spot awards to recognize employee contributions. We believe that these recognition programs help drive strong employee performance and retention.
We believe our all-electric commercial vehicles offer fleet operators significant benefits, which include: • Lower total cost-of-ownership as compared to conventional gas/diesel vehicles; • Improved profitability through lower maintenance costs and reduced fuel expenses; • Increased package deliveries per day through use of more efficient delivery methods; • Decreased vehicle emissions and reduced carbon footprint; and • Improved vehicle safety and operator experience.
We believe our all-electric commercial vehicles offer fleet operators significant benefits, which include: • Lower total cost-of-ownership as compared to conventional gas/diesel vehicles; • Improved profitability through lower maintenance costs and reduced fuel expenses; and • Decreased vehicle emissions and reduced carbon footprint.
Accordingly, investing in our employees and their well-being, offering competitive compensation and benefits, promoting an inclusive culture, adopting progressive human capital management practices and community outreach constitute core elements of our corporate strategy.
Accordingly, investing in our employees and their well-being, offering competitive compensation and benefits, promoting an inclusive culture, adopting progressive human capital management practices and community outreach constitute core elements of our corporate strategy. Governance Our Board of Directors and its committees provide important oversight on certain human capital matters.
ITEM 1. BUSINESS Workhorse Group Inc. (“Workhorse”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is an American technology company with a vision to pioneer the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles. Our primary focus is to provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions to the commercial transportation sector. We design and manufacture all-electric vehicles, including the technology that optimizes the way these vehicles operate.
ITEM 1. BUSINESS Workhorse Group Inc. (“Workhorse”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a North American manufacturer of medium-duty electric trucks and buses. Our primary focus is to provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions to the commercial transportation sector. We design and manufacture all-electric vehicles, including the technology that optimizes the way that these vehicles operate.
Technology, Research and Development Workhorse Connect™ (Formerly Metron) We continue to develop and maintain our Workhorse Connect™ remote data management system that tracks the performance of all the vehicles we deploy, providing a service management system and the communication channel between our customers and partners.
Workhorse Connect™ (Formerly Metron) Workhorse continues to develop and maintain its Workhorse Connect™ remote data management system that tracks the performance of all legacy Workhorse vehicles, providing a service management system and the communication channel between customers and partners.
This rule imposes mandates on vehicle manufacturers as part of the state’s comprehensive strategy to reduce emissions from its trucking sector. • ACF Rule: In November 2023, CARB submitted a request to the EPA for a waiver concerning the ACF rule.
This rule imposes mandates on vehicle manufacturers as part of the state’s comprehensive strategy to reduce emissions from its trucking sector. • ACF Rule: In November 2023, CARB submitted a request to the EPA for a waiver concerning the ACF rule. This regulation is primarily directed at the purchasers of vehicles, delineating mandates that complement the manufacturer-focused ACT rule.
We continue to seek opportunities to grow the business organically, and by expanding relationships with existing and new customers. We believe we are well positioned to take advantage of long-term opportunities and continue our efforts to bring product innovations to market.
We continue to seek opportunities to grow the business organically, and by expanding relationships with existing and new customers and dealers. We believe we are well positioned to take advantage of long-term opportunities and continue our efforts to bring product innovations to market. Recent Events Reverse Stock Split On December 8, 2025, Workhorse effected a 1-for-12 reverse stock split.
Engineered for durability and flexibility, the W56 versatile platform provides a robust foundation for custom body 4 builds, from delivery vans and utility vehicles to specialized vehicles. With its strong, configurable frame, the W56 is designed for safety and efficiency, and tailored to meet customer demands.
Initially the W56 is delivered in either a stripped chassis or complete step van configuration. The W56 platform provides a robust foundation for custom body builds, from delivery vans and utility vehicles to specialized vehicles. With its strong, configurable frame, the W56 is designed for safety and efficiency, and tailored to meet customer demands.
Support Employee Well-being and Engagement We support the overall well-being of our employees from a physical, emotional, financial, and social perspective. Our well-being program includes a long-standing practice of flexible paid time off, life planning benefits, wellness platforms and employee assistance programs.
Our well-being program includes a long-standing practice of flexible paid time off, life planning benefits, wellness platforms and employee assistance programs.
This includes collaborating with Coulomb Solutions Inc., our 5 supplier of certain vehicle batteries, to address the complaint filed against us (see Note 15, “ Commitments and Contingencies – Legal Proceedings ” in this Annual Report on Form 10-K). Regulatory Our electric vehicles are designed to comply with required government regulations and industry standards.
This includes collaborating with Coulomb Solutions Inc., our supplier of certain vehicle batteries, to address the complaint filed against us (See Note 16, Commitment and Contingencies , in the notes to the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements). Regulatory Our electric vehicles are designed to comply with required government regulations and industry standards.
Vehicle safety and testing The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (the “Safety Act”) regulates motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment in the United States in two primary ways.
This regulatory landscape is a significant consideration for our operations and strategic planning. Vehicle safety and testing The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 (the “Safety Act”) regulates motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment in the United States in two primary ways.
The Workhorse Connect™ system is capable of updating more than 500 data points in ten seconds, live trip tracking and route replays, remote battery range monitoring, custom graphics analysis and data reports. Our technology focus is on developing complete-vehicle solutions for manufacture, and on software systems to support the use and maintenance of those vehicles.
The Workhorse Connect™ system is capable of updating more than 500 data points in ten seconds, live trip tracking and route replays, remote battery range monitoring, custom graphics analysis and data reports.
We define sustainability not as a separate initiative, but as a strategic pillar embedded in our operations, products, and partnerships. Our investments in facility efficiency and environmentally conscious design reflect our commitment to operational excellence. At the same time, we foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, empowering our workforce through active engagement.
Our investments in facility efficiency and environmentally conscious design reflect our commitment to operational excellence. At the same time, we foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement, empowering our workforce through active engagement. Environmental responsibility extends throughout our value chain.
Because of the foregoing, our ability to obtain additional proceeds from financing is extremely limited under current conditions, and if we are unable to obtain such proceeds, we may need to further adjust our operations and seek protection by filing a voluntary petition for relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
Subject to certain conditions, the Credit Agreements permit the Company to raise funds through an equity or equity-linked financing; however, the consummation of such a transaction is not probable as of the issuance date of the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements. 3 Because of the foregoing, our ability to obtain additional proceeds from financing is extremely limited under current conditions, and if we are unable to obtain such proceeds, we may need to further adjust our operations and seek protection by filing a voluntary petition for relief under the Bankruptcy Code.
This regulation is primarily directed at the purchasers of vehicles, delineating mandates that complement the manufacturer- 6 focused ACT rule. On January 13, 2025, CARB formally withdrew its waiver request for the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule. The EPA acknowledged this withdrawal the same day, updating its website to reflect that no pending CARB waiver requests remain.
On January 13, 2025, CARB formally withdrew its waiver request for the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule. The EPA acknowledged this withdrawal the same day, updating its website to reflect that no pending CARB waiver requests remain. It is important to note that the enforcement of California’s ACF rule continues to apply to state and local government fleets.
Our ability to continue as a going concern is contingent upon successful execution of management’s intended plan over the next twelve months to improve our liquidity and working capital, which includes, but is not limited to: • Generating revenue by increasing sales of our vehicles and other services. • Reducing expenses and limiting non-contracted capital expenditures. • Receiving proceeds from our current financing arrangements, including through our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement (as defined below) and our ATM Agreement. • Execution of a sale-leaseback arrangement for our Union City, IN production facility.
Our ability to continue as a going concern is contingent upon successful execution of management’s intended plan over the next twelve months to improve our liquidity and working capital, which includes, but is not limited to: • Generating revenue by increasing sales of our vehicles and other services. • Reducing redundant expenses and limiting non-strategic capital expenditures. • Realizing synergies from the Merger, including savings from reducing contract manufacturers for Motiv products by manufacturing them in the Workhorse production facility. • Continuing efforts to lower the total bill of material cost of our vehicles to be in line with Internal Combustion Engine ("ICE") vehicles. • Receiving proceeds from our current financing arrangements. • The successful consummation of a potential equity or equity-linked financing.
CARB is not required to request a waiver for these fleets under section 209 of the federal Clean Air Act and can continue to fully enforce all their requirements. This regulatory landscape is a significant consideration for our operations and strategic planning.
These fleets are still subject to the ACF regulation and are required to comply with its requirements, which were effective as of January 1, 2024. CARB is not required to request a waiver for these fleets under section 209 of the federal Clean Air Act and can continue to fully enforce all their requirements.
It is our policy to pursue registration of our primary trademarks whenever possible and to vigorously defend our patents, trademarks and other proprietary marks against infringement or other threats to the extent practical under applicable laws. Commitment to Sustainable Business Excellence Our mission is grounded in leading the commercial vehicle industry’s transition to zero emissions.
The Company is not aware of any infringing uses or any prior claims of ownership of our trademarks that could materially affect the business. It is the Company's policy to pursue registration of primary trademarks whenever possible and to vigorously defend patents, trademarks and other proprietary marks against infringement or other threats to the extent practical under applicable laws.
These vehicles include the W56, based on long-standing Company know-how in the Class 5/6 truck chassis market, a robust medium-duty chassis, designed for last-mile delivery and high payload work-truck applications. Initially the W56 is delivered in either a stripped chassis or complete step van configuration.
We expect to transition away from contract manufacturers and shift production of all vehicles into the Workhorse production facility during 2026. 4 We currently manufacture and sell the following: Class 5/6 W56 Step Van and Stripped Chassis The W56 versatile platform is based on long-standing Company know-how in the Class 5/6 truck chassis market, a robust medium-duty chassis, designed for last-mile delivery and high payload work-truck applications.
Unpatented research, development, know-how, and engineering skills make a vital contribution to our business, and we pursue patent protection when we believe it is possible and consistent with our overall strategy for safeguarding intellectual property. We are not aware of any infringing uses or any prior claims of ownership of our trademarks that could materially affect our business.
Unpatented research, development, know-how, and engineering skills make a vital contribution to the business, and the Company pursues patent protection when it believe it is possible and consistent with the overall strategy for safeguarding intellectual property. As of December 31, 2025, the Company holds 97 patents, and has 61 patents pending.
This holistic approach ensures our vehicles are not only sustainable but also deliver strong performance, lower Total Operating Cost (TOC), and an attractive Return on Investment (ROI) for our customers. We recognize that strong governance is essential to achieving our strategic goals. Our governance framework promotes accountability and transparency, with leadership oversight at every level.
We are reducing our carbon footprint by working closely with suppliers who share our values and adhere to social, environmental, and ethical best practices. This holistic approach helps us to deliver vehicles that not only deliver strong performance, lower Total Operating Cost (TOC), and an attractive Return on Investment (ROI) for our customers but are also sustainable.
Research and development activities are conducted in-house at our commercial vehicle facilities in Sharonville, OH and Wixom, MI, and are carried out by staff located at those facilities. Supply Chain We continue to build long-term relationships with suppliers of key parts, components, and raw materials necessary for the manufacture of our vehicles, including batteries, electronics, and vehicle chassis.
In parallel, we offer charging hardware, charging software, project advisory, implementation services, and infrastructure maintenance through various partners. Supply Chain We continue to build long-term relationships with suppliers of key parts, components, and raw materials necessary for the manufacture of our vehicles, including batteries, electronics, and vehicle chassis.
We have an employee hotline, providing our employees an opportunity to report matters such as safety concerns, fraud or other misconduct. All reported matters are reviewed in accordance with established protocols by our Legal, Human Resources and Internal Audit departments, who monitor the remediation and disposition of any reported matters.
All reported matters are reviewed in accordance with established protocols by our Legal, Human Resources and Finance departments, who monitor the remediation and disposition of any reported matters. Support Employee Well-being and Engagement We support the overall well-being of our employees from a physical, emotional, financial, and social perspective.
The electrification of the fleet provides us with firsthand data on the benefits and challenges of independent fleet operators experience while executing last-mile delivery operations. The initiative also provides valuable insights into how our customers can plan for and manage the transition to EV operations, including how to develop adequate charging infrastructure, training and maintenance services.
The electrification of the fleet provides firsthand data on the benefits and challenges of independent fleet operators experience while executing last-mile delivery operations.
In 2024, our cross-functional Committee played a key role in advancing workforce development and aligning company-wide initiatives with our mission-driven priorities. This balanced approach—environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and robust governance—supports both long-term value creation and near-term customer success. Human Capital As of December 31, 2024, we had 143 full-time and seasonal employees.
We believe this balanced approach—environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and robust governance—supports both long-term value creation and near-term customer success. Human Capital As of December 31, 2025, we had 148 full-time employees. In addition, as of December 31, 2025 and due to the Merger transition, we also had 41 employees working under transition agreements with varied retention end dates through mid-2026.
We are focused on our core competency of bringing our electric delivery vehicle platforms to serve the last mile delivery market. We are an American-based Original Equipment Manufacturer (“OEM”), and our products are marketed under the Workhorse® brand. All Workhorse last-mile delivery vehicles are assembled in our Union City, IN production facility.
The company’s best-in-class vehicles are designed for last-mile delivery, medium-duty operations, and a growing range of specialized applications. We are an American-based Original Equipment Manufacturer (“OEM”), and our products are marketed under the Workhorse® and Motiv® brands. Our vehicles are assembled in our Union City, IN production facility, or by contract manufacturers, using domestic and globally-sourced components.
Accordingly, our ability to obtain liquidity though public sales of securities, including pursuant to our ATM program and the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement, is substantially limited. In addition, the terms of our existing financing arrangements impose substantial restrictions on our ability to obtain additional financing.
Accordingly, our ability to obtain liquidity though public sales of securities is substantially limited.
Our management team administers all employment matters, such as recruiting and hiring, onboarding and training, compensation and rewards, performance management and professional development. We continuously evaluate and enhance our internal policies, process and practices to increase employee engagement and productivity.
We continuously evaluate and enhance our internal policies, process and practices to increase employee engagement and productivity. We have an employee hotline, providing our employees an opportunity to report matters such as safety concerns, fraud or other misconduct.
The Human Resource Management and Compensation Committee maintains responsibility to review, discuss and set strategic direction for various people-related business strategies, including compensation and benefit programs. Our collective recommendations to the Board of Directors and its committees are how we proactively manage our human capital and care for our employees in a manner that aligns with our core values.
The Human Resource Management and Compensation Committee maintains responsibility to review, discuss and set strategic direction for various people-related business strategies, including compensation and benefit programs. Our management team administers all employment matters, such as recruiting and hiring, onboarding and training, compensation and rewards, performance management and professional development.
To accomplish this, we embrace a future built on lower carbon emissions—from energy generation to end-use consumption. As part of this transition, 7 we are designing and manufacturing purpose-built last-mile electric delivery vehicles that are essential to the evolving transportation ecosystem.
As part of this transition, we are designing and manufacturing purpose-built electric vehicles that are essential to the evolving transportation ecosystem. Our mission is to build better trucks to build a better world. We define sustainability not as a separate initiative, but as a strategic pillar embedded in our operations, products, and partnerships.
We currently expect that our primary source of third-party financing will be the proceeds of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note, which we issued under our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement.
We currently expect that our primary source of financing will be the Credit Agreements and a potential equity or equity-linked financing.
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The periods presented in this Annual Report on Form 10-K have been adjusted to reflect the Company’s June 17, 2024 1-for-20 reverse stock split (the “2024 Reverse Stock Split”) and the March 17, 2025 1-for-12.5 reverse stock split (the “2025 Reverse Stock Split”) of its Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”).
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As a result, every 12 shares of the Company’s common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Common Stock”), were exchanged for one share of new Common Stock. The authorized number of shares of Common Stock were not affected by the reverse split.
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Recent Events Nasdaq Listing Requirements and 2025 Reverse Stock Split As previously disclosed, on October 2, 2024, we received notice from Nasdaq indicating that the closing bid price for our Common Stock had fallen below $1.00 for 30 consecutive trading days and therefore we were no longer in compliance with the $1.00 minimum bid requirement (the “Minimum Bid Requirement”).
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Reverse Merger and Related Transactions On December 15, 2025 (the “Closing Date”), we completed our merger with Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (“Motiv”), pursuant to which Motiv became our indirect, wholly owned subsidiary (the “Merger”). Motiv is a leading manufacturer of medium duty, zero-emission electric trucks and buses.
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On March 17, 2025, we effectuated the 2025 Reverse Stock Split, a 1-for-12.5 reverse stock split of our authorized shares and then issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock. The 2025 Reverse Stock Split was intended to allow us to regain compliance with the Minimum Bid Requirement, but there can be no assurance that it will have such effect.
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Motiv produces a range of vehicles, including step vans, shuttle buses, box trucks and work trucks, all of which eliminate tailpipe CO2 emissions and particulate matter, while offering drivers and passengers a comfortable, healthier and safer ride.
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We adjusted the exercise price, number of shares issuable on exercise or vesting and/or other terms of our outstanding stock options, warrants, restricted stock, and restricted stock units to reflect the effects of the 2025 Reverse Stock Split.
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The Merger is intended to broaden our product portfolio and strengthen our financial position by combining complementary products, fleet dealerships and dealer networks, as well as creating operational scale and cost synergies, including as a result of the transactions described below. The Merger was accounted for as a reverse merger, with Motiv being treated as the acquirer for accounting purposes.
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In addition, Nasdaq has recently adopted new rules that could hinder our ability to cure any future deficiency and maintain the continued listing of our Common Stock.
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References to “Workhorse”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”, when used in this Report incorporate the operations of Motiv unless otherwise indicated or the context requires otherwise. See Note 2, Merger and Related Transactions, in the notes to the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements.
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These new rules, which became effective in January 2025: (i) provide for the immediate delisting with no grace period of any listed company that falls out of compliance with the Minimum Bid Requirement for the second time in a twelve-month period, (ii) provide for immediate delisting if a listed company effects a reverse stock split that causes it to fall out of compliance with certain other listing requirements, and (iii) limit the ratio of reverse stock splits to a cumulative ratio of 1-to-250 in any two-year period.
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Pre-Merger Motiv Indebtedness Prior to the Closing Date of the Merger, Motive GM Holdings II LLC (“MGMH”), a Delaware limited liability company, was Motiv’s controlling stockholder and largest creditor, with all financial indebtedness of Motiv beneficially owned by MGMH or one of its affiliates.
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These Nasdaq rules limit our ability to affect a subsequent reverse stock split, including in the event our Common Stock fails to comply with the $1.00 Minimum Bid Requirement in the future. Delisting would have an adverse effect on the Company and its Common Stock.
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In connection with the closing of the Merger, MGMH received 6,629,800 shares of Workhorse Common Stock (the “Merger Consideration”) in partial satisfaction of the financial indebtedness of Motiv beneficially owned by MGMH or one of its affiliates, with any remaining indebtedness cancelled for no consideration, which resulted in MGMH owning 68.3% of the issued and outstanding of our Common Stock.
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Among other things, it would result in a default under the notes issued under our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement (as defined below), and would likely result in a substantial decrease in the liquidity of our Common Stock, decrease the market price of our Common Stock, a loss of confidence by investors, suppliers, customers, and employees, and fewer business development opportunities for us, and adverse effects on our ability to obtain financing for our continuing operations, including our ability to receive additional proceeds under our existing financing arrangements, including the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement (as defined below) and our At-the-Market Sales Agreement (“ATM Agreement”). 1 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement – Additional Note Issuances and Lockbox Account On March 15, 2024, we entered into a securities purchase agreement (the “2024 Securities Purchase Agreement”) with an institutional investor (the “Investor”) under which we agreed to issue and sell, in one or more registered public offerings by the Company directly to the Investor in multiple tranches over a period beginning on March 15, 2024, (i) senior secured convertible notes for up to an aggregate principal amount of $139.0 million (the “2024 Notes”) that are convertible into shares of the our Common Stock and (ii) warrants (the “2024 Warrants”) to purchase shares of Common Stock.
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Pre-Merger Workhorse Indebtedness 1 The Waiver, Repayment and Exchange Agreement On August 15, 2025, in connection with the contemplated Merger, Workhorse entered into a Waiver, Repayment and Exchange Agreement (the “Repayment Agreement”) by and among Workhorse and the investors party thereto (collectively, the “2024 Note Holder”) to (i) redeem all of Workhorse’s outstanding obligations under the notes issued to the 2024 Note Holder (the “2024 Notes”) and (ii) cancel the warrants issued to the 2024 Note Holder (the “2024 Warrants”) on the Closing Date.
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Pursuant to the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement, during the year ended December 31, 2024, we issued and sold to the Investor (i) 2024 Notes in the original principal amount of $39.0 million and (ii) 2024 Warrants to purchase up to 15.6 million shares of Common Stock, (1.3 million shares adjusted for the 2025 Reverse Stock Split).
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On December 15, 2025, in accordance with the terms of the Repayment Agreement and upon consummation of the Merger, Workhorse issued to the 2024 Note Holder rights (the “Rights”) to acquire 1,193,364 shares of Common Stock in exchange for the cancellation of the 2024 Warrants (the “Exchange”).
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As of December 31, 2024, $10.5 million fair value aggregate principal amount remained outstanding under the 2024 Notes, with an outstanding aggregate principal of $7.6 million. No shares had been issued pursuant to the 2024 Warrants as of December 31, 2024.
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Upon completing the redemption of the 2024 Notes (the "Repayment") and the Exchange, Workhorse had no outstanding obligations under the 2024 Notes, all of the 2024 Notes and 2024 Warrants were cancelled, and all collateral, including cash collateral, securing the 2024 Notes was released.
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During the first two months of 2025, we issued and sold to the Investor 2024 Notes in the aggregate principal amount of $38.5 million and 2024 Warrants to purchase up to 55.0 million shares of Common Stock, (4.4 million shares adjusted for the 2025 Reverse Stock Split).
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Following the Repayment and the Exchange effective December 15, 2025, Workhorse and the 2024 Note Holder terminated the Securities Purchase Agreement to which they were parties, pursuant to which the 2024 Notes were issued and which allowed for further issuances of notes and previously served as a source of third-party financing to Workhorse (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”).
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As described in our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 12, 2025, a 2024 Note in the aggregate principal amount of $35.0 million (the “Tenth Additional 2024 Note”) is governed by a lockbox letter entered into between the Company and the Investor (the “Lockbox Letter”).
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The Convertible Financing On August 15, 2025, Workhorse issued to MGMH a Subordinated Secured Convertible Note (the “Convertible Note”) with an aggregate original principal amount of $5.0 million (the “Convertible Financing”). The Convertible Note was issued without original issue discount, and Workhorse received $5.0 million in proceeds, which was used for general corporate purposes.
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Pursuant to the Lockbox Letter, the net proceeds of $30.6 million after 12.5% original issue discount and related fees and expenses, of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note were deposited into a lockbox account under the control of the collateral agent under the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement.
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The Convertible Note bears interest at a rate of 8.0% per annum, subject to adjustment as set forth in the Convertible Note, compounded quarterly and increasing the principal outstanding under the Convertible Note.
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Funds may only be released from the lockbox account from time to time (i) in an amount corresponding to the principal amount converted, if the Investor converts any portion of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note; (ii) in the amount of $2.6 million each calendar month, if we satisfy the conditions of a Market Release Event (as defined in the Lockbox Letter), including minimum Common Stock price and trading volume conditions; or (iii) otherwise, with the consent of the Investor.
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The Convertible Note is a secured obligation of Workhorse, ranking senior to all other indebtedness and, subject to certain limitations, is unconditionally guaranteed by each of Workhorse’s subsidiaries, pursuant to the terms of a certain Subsidiary Guarantee and secured by substantially all of the assets of Workhorse and its subsidiaries pursuant to a certain Security Agreement.
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On March 7, 2025, the Investor notified us that it consented to the release of $3.0 million from the lockbox account, and we received these released funds on March 11, 2025.
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Workhorse’s obligations under the Convertible Note mature 24 months after the date of issuance. The Convertible Note is automatically convertible into a number shares of Workhorse Common Stock equal to the principal amount then outstanding divided by 90% of the price per share paid by investors in a private investment in a public entity ("PIPE") transaction.
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Although we expect that we will receive remaining funds held in the lockbox account during the term of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note, it is possible that the foregoing events will not occur with respect to some or all of the remaining principal amount of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note and that, accordingly, we will not be able to draw some or all of the remaining funds in the lockbox account.
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On December 15, 2025, the parties to the Convertible Note entered into an Amended and Restated Convertible Note (the “A&R Note”) to make the obligations under the Convertible Note, as amended, unsecured obligations of Workhorse and each guarantor party thereto. As a result, the Convertible Note Security Agreement was terminated on the Closing Date.

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Item 1A. Risk Factors

Risk Factors — what could go wrong, per management

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In particular, we face risks associated with changes to regulations related to the EV industry and alternative energy, such as: • The imposition of a carbon tax or the introduction of a cap-and-trade system on electric utilities, either of which could increase the cost of electricity and thereby the cost of operating an EV; • New state regulations of EV fees could discourage consumer demand for EVs; • The increase of subsidies for alternative fuels such as corn and ethanol could reduce the operating cost of vehicles that use such alternative fuels and gasoline, and thereby reduce the appeal of EVs; • Changes to the regulations governing the assembly and transportation of battery cells could increase the cost of battery cells or make such commodities more difficult to obtain; • New regulations regarding the content of battery cells or packs, including mineral composition, mandatory recycling, or take back programs that require us to comply with new sets of laws and regulations; • Changes in regulation that affect vehicle design or engineering, for example relating to the noise required to be emitted by EVs, may impact the design or function of EVs, and thereby lead to decreased consumer appeal; and • Changes in regulations governing the range and miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent calculations could lower our vehicles’ ratings, making EVs less appealing to consumers.
In particular, we face risks associated with changes to regulations related to the EV industry and alternative energy, such as: • The imposition of a carbon tax or the introduction of a cap-and-trade system on electric utilities, either of which could increase the cost of electricity and thereby the cost of operating an EV; • New state regulations of EV fees could discourage consumer demand for EVs; • The increase of subsidies for alternative fuels such as corn and ethanol could reduce the operating cost of vehicles that use such alternative fuels and gasoline, and thereby reduce the appeal of EVs; • Changes to the regulations governing the assembly and transportation of battery cells could increase the cost of battery cells or make such commodities more difficult to obtain; • New regulations regarding the content of battery cells or packs, including mineral composition, mandatory recycling, or take back programs that require us to comply with new sets of laws and regulations; 16 • Changes in regulation that affect vehicle design or engineering, for example relating to the noise required to be emitted by EVs, may impact the design or function of EVs, and thereby lead to decreased consumer appeal; and • Changes in regulations governing the range and miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent calculations could lower our vehicles’ ratings, making EVs less appealing to consumers.
Pandemics, epidemics, or disease outbreaks in the U.S. or globally, including the COVID-19 pandemic, have disrupted, and may in the future, disrupt our business, which could materially affect our financial condition, liquidity, and results of operations as well as future expectations. Any such events may adversely impact our global supply chain in the U.S., China and elsewhere.
Pandemics, epidemics, or disease outbreaks in the U.S. or globally, including the COVID-19 pandemic, have disrupted, and may in the future, disrupt our business, which could materially affect our financial condition, liquidity, and results of operations 22 as well as future expectations. Any such events may adversely impact our global supply chain in the U.S., China and elsewhere.
If we are unable to remediate the material weaknesses, or if we identify additional material weaknesses in the future or otherwise fail to maintain an effective system of internal controls, we may not be able to accurately or timely report our financial condition or results of operations, which may adversely affect our business. As more fully described in Item 9A.
If we are unable to remediate the material weakness, or if we identify additional material weaknesses in the future or otherwise fail to maintain an effective system of internal controls, we may not be able to accurately or timely report our financial condition or results of operations, which may adversely affect our business. As more fully described in Item 9A.
As a result of our charter provision and Nevada law, stockholders may have limited rights to recover against directors or officers for breach of fiduciary duty. In addition, our certificate of incorporation provides that we shall indemnify our directors and officers to the fullest extent permitted by law. ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS None.
As a result of our charter provision and Nevada law, stockholders may have limited rights to recover against directors or officers for breach of fiduciary duty. In addition, our certificate of incorporation provides that we shall indemnify our directors and officers to the fullest extent permitted by law. 25 ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS None.
In addition, we may be unable to implement our long-term business plan, develop or enhance our product offerings, take advantage of future opportunities or respond to competitive pressures on a timely basis. In addition, a lack of additional financing could force us to substantially curtail or cease operations.
In addition, we may be unable to implement our long-term business plan, develop or enhance our product offerings, take advantage of future opportunities or respond to competitive pressures on a timely basis. In 13 addition, a lack of additional financing could force us to substantially curtail or cease operations.
We also need to hire, train, and compensate skilled employees for operations. Bottlenecks and other unexpected challenges such as those 11 experienced in the past may arise during our production ramps, and we must address them promptly while continuing to improve manufacturing processes and reducing costs.
We also need to hire, train, and compensate skilled employees for operations. Bottlenecks and other unexpected challenges such as those experienced in the past may arise during our production ramps, and we must address them promptly while continuing to improve manufacturing processes and reducing costs.
NHTSA is active in requesting information from vehicle manufactures regarding potential product defects and 12 safety measures. The cost of these compliance activities and the risks, delays, and expenses incurred in connection with such compliance could be substantial. In addition, these laws are subject to change.
NHTSA is active in requesting information from vehicle manufactures regarding potential product defects and safety measures. The cost of these compliance activities and the risks, delays, and expenses incurred in connection with such compliance could be substantial. In addition, these laws are subject to change.
The 21 price per share at which we sell additional shares of our Common Stock, or securities convertible or exchangeable into Common Stock, in future transactions may be higher or lower than the price per share paid by our historical investors. In addition, the expected terms of any future financing may be dilutive to investors.
The price per share at which we sell additional shares of our Common Stock, or securities convertible or exchangeable into Common Stock, in future transactions may be higher or lower than the price per share paid by our historical investors. In addition, the expected terms of any future financing may be dilutive to investors.
We can give no assurance that the measures we have taken and plan to take in the future will remediate the material weaknesses identified or that any additional material weaknesses will not arise in the future due to a failure to implement and maintain adequate internal control over financial reporting.
We can give no assurance that the measures we have taken and plan to take in the future will remediate the material weakness identified or that any additional material weaknesses will not arise in the future due to a failure to implement and maintain adequate internal control over financial reporting.
We currently have a limited number of customers and prospective customers, with no long-term agreements with existing customers, and we expect that a significant portion of our future sales will be from a limited number of customers. The loss of any of these customers could materially harm our business.
We currently have a limited number of customers and prospective customers, generally with no long-term agreements with existing customers, and we expect that a significant portion of our future sales will be from a limited number of customers. The loss of any of these customers could materially harm our business.
If such events occur in our electric vehicles, we could face liability associated with our warranty, for damage or injury, adverse publicity and a potential safety recall, any of which would adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition and operating results. 18 The battery packs in our electric vehicles use lithium-ion cells, which have been used for years in laptop computers and cell phones.
If such events occur in our electric vehicles, we could face liability associated with our warranty, for damage or injury, adverse publicity and a potential safety recall, any of which would adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition and operating results. 21 The battery packs in our electric vehicles use lithium-ion cells, which have been used for years in laptop computers and cell phones.
In addition, policy shifts, including those resulting from the new Presidential Administration, may have a material and adverse effect on the demand and market for EVs, including our products. We may be unable to keep up with changes in electric vehicle technology and, as a result, may suffer a decline in our business and competitive position.
In addition, policy shifts, including those resulting from the current presidential administration, may have a material and adverse effect on the demand and market for EVs, including our products. We may be unable to keep up with changes in electric vehicle technology and, as a result, may suffer a decline in our business and competitive position.
For instance, the new Presidential Administration has issued executive orders and could implement additional policies or modify regulations that could negatively impact the expansion of the EV market, such as by rescinding or modifying certain tax credits, and could take further actions to diminish incentives for the production and purchase of EVs.
For instance, the current presidential administration has issued executive orders and could implement additional policies or modify regulations that could negatively impact the expansion of the EV market, such as by rescinding or modifying certain tax credits, and could take further actions to diminish incentives for the production and purchase of EVs.
There is also uncertainty regarding the impact of the new Presidential Administration’s policies with respect to the EV industry and government funding, incentives, tax credits, regulatory credits and tariffs, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition.
There is also uncertainty regarding the impact of the current presidential administration’s policies with respect to the EV industry and government funding, incentives, tax credits, regulatory credits and tariffs, which could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition.
A successful product liability claim against us could require us to pay a substantial monetary award. Moreover, a product recall, such as the one we initiated in 2021, could generate substantial negative publicity about our products and business and inhibit or prevent commercialization of other future product candidates.
A successful product liability claim against us could require us to pay a substantial monetary award. Moreover, a product recall, such as the one Workhorse initiated in 2021, could generate substantial negative publicity about our products and business and inhibit or prevent commercialization of other future product candidates.
Relatedly, trade policies could lead to an increasing number of competitors entering the United States, thereby creating more competition.
Relatedly, trade policies 14 could lead to an increasing number of competitors entering the United States, thereby creating more competition.
Our operational costs are similarly impacted by such macroeconomic, geopolitical and industry conditions, which have and may continue to adversely impact our margins and profitability, such as the tariffs on imports from China, Canada, Mexico, Europe and elsewhere imposed following the inauguration of the new Presidential Administration, which 10 could have a significant impact on us, particularly our ability to source cost-efficient batteries for use in our trucks.
Our operational costs are similarly impacted by such macroeconomic, geopolitical and industry conditions, which have and may continue to adversely impact our margins and profitability, such as the tariffs on imports from China, Canada, Mexico, Europe and elsewhere imposed following the inauguration of the current presidential administration, which could have a significant impact on us, particularly our ability to source cost-efficient batteries for use in our trucks.
Some of our competitors have substantially greater financial or other resources, longer operating histories and greater name recognition than we do and could use their greater resources and/or name recognition to gain market share at our expense or could make it very difficult for us to establish market share.
Many of our competitors have substantially greater financial or other resources, longer operating histories and greater name recognition than we do and could use their greater resources and/or name recognition to gain market share at our expense or could make it very difficult for us to establish market share.
Companies currently competing in the fleet logistics market offering alternative fuel medium-duty vehicles include General Motors, Ford Motor Company and Freightliner. There are also a number of new, well capitalized entrants into the market place.
Companies currently competing in the fleet logistics market offering alternative fuel medium-duty vehicles include General Motors, Ford Motor Company, Freightliner, Harbinger, and XOS. There are also a number of new, well capitalized entrants into the market place.
The new Presidential Administration recently imposed new tariffs on imports to the United States from China, Mexico, Canada, and Europe. and has threatened to impose new tariffs on imports from other countries. In addition, these countries have, and in the future other countries may, impose retaliatory tariffs.
The current presidential administration has imposed new tariffs on imports to the United States from China, Mexico, Canada, and Europe. and has threatened to impose new tariffs on imports from other countries. In addition, these countries have, and in the future other countries may, impose retaliatory tariffs.
Recent executive orders by the new Presidential Administration indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy, the reduction of emissions, and general support for electric vehicles.
Recent executive orders by the current presidential administration indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy, the reduction of emissions, and general support for electric vehicles.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS Risks Related to our Business and Operations Substantial doubt exists regarding our ability to continue as a going concern through the twelve months following the date of the issuance of the Consolidated Financial Statements accompanying this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Risks Related to our Business and Operations Substantial doubt exists regarding our ability to continue as a going concern through the twelve months following the date of the issuance of the Consolidated Financial Statements accompanying this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Electric vehicle sales and production are cyclical and are materially affected by macroeconomic, geopolitical and industry conditions that are outside of our control and the control of our customers and suppliers, including monetary fiscal policy, economic recessions, inflation, deflation, interest rates, tariffs, political instability, labor relations issues, energy prices, regulatory requirements, government initiatives, capital and liquidity constraints, acts of war and terrorism, and natural and man-made disasters.
Electric vehicle sales and production are cyclical and are materially affected by macroeconomic, geopolitical and industry conditions that are outside of our control and the control of our customers and suppliers, including the ongoing war in Ukraine, the war in Iran and tensions in the Middle East, monetary fiscal policy, economic recessions, inflation, deflation, interest rates, tariffs, political instability, labor relations issues, energy prices, regulatory requirements, government initiatives, capital and liquidity constraints, acts of war and terrorism, and natural and man-made disasters.
Our future growth depends on the willingness of operators of commercial vehicle fleets to adopt electric vehicles and on our ability to produce, sell and service vehicles that meet their needs. This often depends upon the cost for an operator adopting electric vehicle technology as compared to the cost of traditional internal combustion technology.
This often depends upon the cost for an operator adopting electric vehicle technology as compared to the cost of traditional internal combustion technology. Our growth depends on the adoption of electric vehicles by operators of commercial vehicle fleets and on our ability to produce, sell and service vehicles that meet their needs.
Current or potential customers may delay or decrease spending on our products and services as their business and/or budgets are impacted by economic conditions. The inability of current and potential customers to pay us for our products and services may adversely affect our earnings and cash flows.
Current or potential customers may delay or decrease spending on our products and services as their business and/or budgets are impacted by economic conditions including disruptions to credit and capital markets. The inability of current and potential customers to pay us for our products and services may adversely affect our earnings and cash flows.
Risks Related to Owning Our Common Stock We are currently out of compliance with the Nasdaq’s continuing listing requirements and if we fail to satisfy all such applicable Nasdaq continued listing requirements, our Common Stock may be delisted from Nasdaq, which could have an adverse impact on the liquidity and market price of our Common Stock, and our plan to regain compliance with these requirements may have an adverse effect on the Company and its stockholders.
Risks Related to Owning Our Common Stock We have historically, at times, been out of compliance with the Nasdaq’s continuing listing requirements and if we fail to satisfy all such applicable Nasdaq continued listing requirements, our Common Stock may be delisted from Nasdaq, which 23 could have an adverse impact on the liquidity and market price of our Common Stock, and our plan to regain compliance with these requirements may have an adverse effect on the Company and its stockholders.
General Motors, Ford and Freightliner have substantially more financial resources, established market positions, long-standing relationships with customers and dealers, and have more significant name recognition, technical, marketing, sales, financial and other resources than we do. The resources available to our competitors to develop new products and introduce them into the marketplace exceed the resources currently available to us.
These competitors may have substantially more financial resources, established market positions, long-standing relationships with customers and dealers, and may have more significant name recognition, technical, marketing, sales, financial and other resources than we do. 19 The resources available to our competitors to develop new products and introduce them into the marketplace exceed the resources currently available to us.
Changes in business conditions, pandemics, wars, including the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and resulting sanctions, and other factors beyond our control or which we do not presently anticipate could negatively affect our ability to receive components.
Changes in business conditions, pandemics, wars, including the ongoing war in Ukraine, the war in Iran and other tensions in the Middle East and resulting sanctions, and other factors beyond our control or which we do not presently anticipate could negatively affect our ability to receive 20 components.
In order to raise additional capital, we may in the future offer additional shares of our Common Stock or other securities convertible into or exchangeable for our Common Stock, including under our ATM Agreement and the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement, at prices that may not be the same as the price per share in our prior offerings.
In order to raise additional capital, we may in the future offer additional shares of our Common Stock or other securities convertible into or exchangeable for our Common Stock at prices that may not be the same as the price per share in our prior offerings.
Customers are only required to pay us upon delivery of vehicles. If a customer fails to take delivery of an ordered vehicle or fails to pay for such vehicle, we may not receive cash to offset the production expenses of such vehicle, which could adversely affect our cash flows.
If a customer fails to take delivery of an ordered vehicle or fails to pay for such vehicle, we may not receive cash to offset the production expenses of such vehicle, which could adversely affect our cash flows.
We face risks associated with security breaches through cyber-attacks, cyber intrusions, or otherwise, which could pose a risk to our systems, networks and services. We face risks associated with cyber-attacks, including hacking, viruses, malware, denial of service attacks, ransomware or other data security breaches.
We face risks associated with security breaches through cyber-attacks, cyber intrusions, or otherwise, which could pose a risk to our systems, networks and services. We face risks associated with cyber-attacks, including hacking, viruses, malware, denial of service attacks, ransomware or other data security breaches. We have experienced various cyber-attacks, with minimal consequences on our business to date.
Our working capital requirements and the cash flow provided by future operating activities, if any, will vary greatly from quarter to quarter, depending on the volume of business during the period and payment terms with our customers and suppliers.
Our working capital requirements and the cash flow provided by future operating activities, if any, will vary greatly from quarter to quarter, depending on the volume of business during the period and payment terms with our customers and suppliers. We may also underestimate our capital requirements and other expenditures or overestimate our future cash flows.
In addition, our ability to enter into new financing arrangements is significantly limited by the terms of our existing financing arrangements, including our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement, as well as other factors, such as the so-called “baby shelf” rules under Form S-3.
In addition, our ability to enter into new financing arrangements can be limited by the terms of our existing financing arrangements, as well as other factors, such as the so-called “baby shelf” rules under Form S-3.
We also may have to repay previously owed amounts to our suppliers before they sell us new components. If we are unable to purchase components from our suppliers, our vehicle shipments could be prevented or delayed, which could result in a loss of sales. In addition, we have limited experience in high volume manufacture of our vehicles.
If we are unable to purchase components from our suppliers, our vehicle shipments could be prevented or delayed, which could result in a loss of sales. In addition, we have limited experience in high volume manufacture of our vehicles.
We may sell shares or other securities in any future offering at a price per share that is lower than the price per share paid by historical investors, which would result in those newly issued shares being dilutive.
In addition, the Rights issued to the 2024 Note Holder will be dilutive to investors in our Common Stock once converted. We may sell shares or other securities in any future offering at a price per share that is lower than the price per share paid by historical investors, which would result in those newly-issued shares being dilutive.
We had negative cash flow from operating activities of $47.6 million and $123.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
We had negative cash flow from operating activities of $35.6 million and $38.2 million for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
This process has been slow because, without including the impact of government or other subsidies and incentives, the purchase prices for our commercial electric vehicles would be higher than the purchase prices for diesel-fueled vehicles.
This process has been slow because, without including the impact of government or other subsidies and incentives, the purchase prices for our commercial electric vehicles would be higher than the purchase prices for diesel-fueled vehicles. Our growth has also been negatively impacted by the relatively low price of oil in previous years.
We plan to reinvest all of our earnings, to the extent we have earnings, in order to develop our products, deliver on our orders and cover operating costs and to otherwise become and remain competitive. We do not plan to pay any cash dividends with respect to our securities in the foreseeable future.
We have not paid cash dividends in the past and have no immediate plans to pay cash dividends. We plan to reinvest all of our earnings, to the extent we have earnings, in order to develop our products, deliver on our orders and cover operating costs and to otherwise become and remain competitive.
In addition, Nasdaq has recently adopted new rules that could hinder our ability to cure our deficiency and maintain the continued listing of our Common Stock.
In addition, in January 2025, Nasdaq adopted new rules that could hinder our ability to cure any deficiencies that occur in the future and maintain the continued listing of our Common Stock.
If diesel or other petroleum-based fuel prices remain at deflated levels for extended periods of time, the demand for commercial electric vehicles may decrease, which would have an adverse effect on our business, prospects, financial condition, and operating results.
If diesel or other petroleum-based fuel prices remain at deflated levels for extended periods of time, the demand for commercial electric vehicles may decrease, which would have an adverse effect on our business, prospects, financial condition, and operating results. 17 Our future growth depends on the willingness of operators of commercial vehicle fleets to adopt electric vehicles and on our ability to produce, sell and service vehicles that meet their needs.
If, in weighing these factors, operators of commercial vehicle fleets determine there is not a compelling business justification for purchasing commercial electric vehicles, particularly those we produce and sell, then the market for commercial electric vehicles may not develop as we expect or may develop more slowly than we expect, which would adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition and operating results.
If, in weighing these factors, operators of commercial vehicle fleets determine there is not a compelling business justification for purchasing commercial electric vehicles, particularly those we produce and sell, then the market for commercial electric vehicles may not develop as we expect or may develop more slowly than we expect, which would adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition and operating results. 18 Further, recent executive orders by the current presidential administration indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy and EVs.
These recent executive orders may also face legal challenges that could delay or alter their implementation. The possibility of enacting these new policies, including the legal durability of said actions, introduces uncertainty into the regulatory environment, potentially affecting our business, prospects, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows.
The possibility of enacting these new policies, including the legal durability of said actions, introduces uncertainty into the regulatory environment, potentially affecting our business, prospects, financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows.
Although a significant number of suppliers entered the electric vehicle industry in recent years, demand for electric vehicles has been slower than forecasted by industry experts.
Changes in the market for electric vehicles could cause our products to become obsolete or lose popularity. Although a significant number of suppliers entered the electric vehicle industry in recent years, demand for electric vehicles has been slower than forecasted by industry experts.
Unless and until these material weaknesses have been remediated, or if new material weaknesses arise in the future, material misstatements could occur and go undetected in our interim or annual Consolidated Financial Statements, and we may be required to restate our financial statements.
Consequently, our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of December 31, 2025. Unless and until the material weakness has been remediated, or if new material weaknesses arise in the future, material misstatements could occur and go undetected in our interim or annual Consolidated Financial Statements, and we may be required to restate our financial statements.
If market conditions do not improve significantly, it is unlikely that we will be able to continue to operate in the long term, even if we are able to address the immediate and short-term liquidity needs described in Liquidity and Capital Resources; Going Concern and in these Risk Factors. 15 We currently do not have and do not expect to have a significant number of long-term supply contracts with guaranteed pricing which exposes and will expose us to fluctuations in component, materials and equipment prices.
If market conditions do not improve significantly, it is unlikely that we will be able to continue to operate in the long term, even if we are able to address the immediate and short-term liquidity needs described in Liquidity and Capital Resources; Going Concern and in these Risk Factors.
We have incurred net losses of $101.8 million and $123.9 million for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
We have incurred net losses of $64.1 million and $51.6 million for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively.
In the event of a cyber-attack that we were unable to defend against or mitigate, we could have our operations and the operations of our customers and others disrupted.
In the event of a cyber-attack that we were unable to defend against or mitigate, we could have our operations and the operations of our customers and others disrupted. Any such event could impair our financial and other information systems and network infrastructure, damage property, and/or result in stolen customer and employee information.
Our growth has also been negatively impacted by the relatively low price of oil in previous years. 14 Our success depends on our ability to develop and market products that are recognized and accepted as reliable, enabling and cost-effective and our ability to convince potential customers that our products and technology are an attractive alternative to existing products and technology.
Our success depends on our ability to develop and market products that are recognized and accepted as reliable, enabling and cost-effective and our ability to convince potential customers that our products and technology are an attractive alternative to existing products and technology.
Our results of operations have not resulted in profitability and we may not be able to achieve profitability going forward. We had an accumulated deficit of $853.4 million as of December 31, 2024.
Our results of operations have not resulted in profitability and we may not be able to achieve profitability going forward. We had an accumulated deficit of $319.0 million as of December 31, 2025. We have incurred net losses every year since our inception and expect to continue to incur net losses in 2026.
We cannot assure you that we will be successful in executing our business plan, which includes selling our recently developed W56 vehicle chassis platform and the expansion of offerings on that platform Our failure to execute our business plan would have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity.
We cannot assure you that we will be successful in executing our business plan, which would have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity. Product development involves numerous risks and uncertainties.
We currently have a limited frame of reference by which to evaluate the long-term quality, reliability and performance characteristics of our vehicles, battery packs and other products, particularly our new chassis platforms, the W4 CC, W750, and W56.
We currently have a limited frame of reference by which to evaluate the long-term quality, reliability and performance characteristics of our vehicles, battery packs and other products, particularly our new chassis platforms. There can be no assurance that we will be able to detect and repair any defects in our products before commencing the sale of our vehicles.
We do not receive progress payments on orders of our vehicles, and if a purchaser fails to pay upon delivery, we may not be able to recoup the costs we incurred in producing such vehicles. Our arrangements with existing customers do not provide for progress payments as we begin to fulfill orders.
See Note 16, Commitment and Contingencies , in the notes to the accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements. We do not always receive progress payments on orders of our vehicles, and if a purchaser fails to pay upon delivery, we may not be able to recoup the costs we incurred in producing such vehicles.
We cannot assure stockholders that we would, at any time, generate sufficient surplus cash that would be available for distribution to the holders of our Common Stock as a dividend. Therefore, stockholders should not expect to receive cash dividends on our Common Stock. Stockholders may experience future dilution as a result of our existing and future financings.
We do not plan to pay any cash dividends with respect to our securities in the foreseeable future. We cannot assure stockholders that we would, at any time, generate sufficient surplus cash that would be available for distribution to the holders of our Common Stock as a dividend.
There is no assurance that even if we successfully implement our business plan, we will be able to curtail our losses or ever achieve profitable operations. If we incur additional significant operating losses, our stock price may significantly decline. If our vehicles fail to perform as expected, our ability to develop, market and sell our electric vehicles could be harmed.
If we incur additional significant operating losses, our stock price may significantly decline. 15 If our vehicles fail to perform as expected, our ability to develop, market and sell our electric vehicles could be harmed.
Any of the foregoing would have a material adverse effect on our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows and liquidity. We may experience delays in launching and ramping up production or we may be unable to control our manufacturing costs. We have previously experienced and may in the future experience launch and production ramp-up delays.
We may experience delays in launching and ramping up production or we may be unable to control our manufacturing costs. We have previously experienced and may in the future experience launch and production ramp-up delays.
This competition could have a negative impact on revenues, margins and/or a market share, any of which may adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations.
This competition could have a negative impact on revenues, margins and/or a market share, any of which may adversely affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. Our electric vehicles compete for market share with vehicles powered by other vehicle technologies that may prove to be more attractive than ours.
We may also underestimate our capital requirements and other expenditures or overestimate our future cash flows. 9 In the event that we receive a purchase order that exceeds our inventory, we may lack sufficient working capital to purchase the components necessary to fulfill the order on a timely basis, or at all.
In the event that we receive a purchase order that exceeds our inventory, we may lack sufficient working capital to purchase the components necessary to fulfill the order on a timely basis, or at all. We also may have to repay previously owed amounts to our suppliers before they sell us new components.
The market price of our Common Stock could change in ways that may or may not be related to our business, our industry or our operating performance and financial condition. In addition, the trading volume in our Common Stock may fluctuate and cause significant price variations to occur. We have experienced significant volatility in the price of our stock.
The equity trading markets may experience periods of volatility, which could result in highly variable and unpredictable pricing of equity securities. The market price of our Common Stock could change in ways that may or may not be related to our business, our industry or our operating performance and financial condition.
A failure by our major suppliers to provide these components could severely restrict our ability to manufacture our products and prevent us from fulfilling customer orders in a timely fashion. Continued disruption of supply, shortage of materials or increases in costs, in particular for battery packs could harm our business.
A failure by our major suppliers to provide these components could severely restrict our ability to manufacture our products and prevent us from fulfilling customer orders in a timely fashion. Product liability or other claims could have a material adverse effect on our business.
See Note 15, Commitment and Contingencies, to the Consolidated Financial Statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pandemics, epidemics, disease outbreaks and other public health crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have disrupted our business and operations, and future public health crises could materially adversely impact our business, financial condition, liquidity and results of operations.
As a result, in the event of a material cyber security breach, our results of operations could be materially, adversely affected. Pandemics, epidemics, disease outbreaks and other public health crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have disrupted our business and operations, and future public health crises could materially adversely impact our business, financial condition, liquidity and results of operations.
Changes in the market for electric vehicles could cause our products to become obsolete or lose popularity. The modern electric vehicle industry is in its infancy and has experienced substantial change in the last few years.
Changes in the market for electric vehicles could cause our products to become obsolete or lose popularity.
We have identified material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting.
A material weakness exists in our internal control over financial reporting.
Our electric vehicles compete for market share with vehicles powered by other vehicle technologies that may prove to be more attractive than ours. 16 Our target market currently is serviced by manufacturers with existing customers and suppliers using proven and widely accepted fossil fuel technologies.
Our target market currently is serviced by manufacturers with existing customers and suppliers using proven and widely accepted fossil fuel technologies. Additionally, our competitors are working on developing technologies that may be introduced in our target market.
Substantial increases in these prices would increase our operating costs and could adversely affect our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows or liquidity.
We currently do not have and do not expect to have a significant number of long-term supply contracts with guaranteed pricing which exposes and will expose us to fluctuations in component, materials and equipment prices. Substantial increases in these prices would increase our operating costs and could adversely affect our business, financial position, results of operations, cash flows or liquidity.
The W750 was launched into production and sale in 2023, in addition to the W4 CC, which became available for sale in 2022. Product development involves numerous risks and uncertainties. We cannot assure you that we have successfully developed our new vehicle platforms or that we have identified any potential issues in their design or use.
We cannot assure you that we have successfully developed our new vehicle platforms or that we have identified any potential issues in their design or use.
In addition, deterioration of conditions in worldwide credit markets could limit our ability to obtain financing to fund our operations and capital expenditures. The current conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and any resulting sanctions could have an adverse impact on our current operations.
In addition, deterioration of conditions in worldwide credit markets could limit our ability to obtain financing to fund our operations and capital expenditures. Our business could be adversely affected by trade tariffs or other trade barriers.
These new rules, which became effective in January 2025, provide for the immediate delisting with no grace period of any listed company that falls out of compliance after the effective date with the minimum bid price requirement for the second time in a twelve-month period, provide for immediate delisting if a listed company effects a reverse stock split that causes it to fall out of compliance with certain other listing requirements, and limit the ratio of reverse 20 stock splits to a cumulative ratio of 1-to-250 in any two-year period, which would substantially limit the our ability to engage in a reverse split in the near future.
These new rules provide, among other things, that if a company effects a reverse stock split but subsequently falls out of compliance with the minimum bid price requirements within a one-year period, it will be issued a delisting determination rather than being granted a compliance period, subject to a stay pending any appeal by the company, which would substantially limit the our ability to engage in a reverse split in the near future.
Our employees may join or seek recognition to form a labor union, or we may be required to become a union signatory. Our production facility in Union City, IN was purchased from Navistar. Prior employees of Navistar were union members and our future work force at this facility may be inclined to vote in favor of forming a labor union.
Our employees may join or seek recognition to form a labor union, or we may be required to become a union signatory.
In addition, the stock markets in general can experience considerable price and volume fluctuations. We have not paid cash dividends in the past and have no immediate plans to pay cash dividends.
In addition, the trading volume in our Common Stock may fluctuate and cause significant price variations to occur. We have experienced significant volatility in the price of our stock. In addition, the stock markets in general can experience considerable price and volume fluctuations.
Further, recent executive orders by the new Presidential Administration indicate an intention to reverse much of the previous administration’s policy directives related to clean energy and EVs. This policy shift may reduce governmental incentives and subsidies for EVs, potentially chilling customer demand and impacting our future growth prospects.
This policy shift may reduce governmental incentives and subsidies for EVs, potentially chilling customer demand and impacting our future growth prospects. These recent executive orders may also face legal challenges that could delay or alter their implementation.
Further, such conflicts are likely to lead to market disruptions, including significant volatility in commodity prices, credit and capital markets, as well as supply chain interruptions for equipment, which could have an adverse impact on our operations and financial performance. Our business could be adversely affected by trade tariffs or other trade barriers.
Market disruptions, volatility in commodity prices and supply chain interruptions for equipment as a result of wars, geopolitical tensions, including any resulting sanctions, could also have an adverse impact on our operations and financial performance.
Our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to receive additional proceeds from our financing relationships, including the release of funds from the lockbox account in which proceeds of our most recent issuance of 2024 Notes under our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement are held.
Our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to receive additional proceeds from our financing relationships or obtain new financing arrangements.
Any new pandemic or other public health crises, or future public health crises, could have a material impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations going forward. 13 Our limited operating history makes it difficult for us to evaluate our future business prospects and make decisions based on those estimates of our future performance .
Any new pandemic or other public health crises, or future public health crises, could have a material impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations going forward. Risks Related to our Financing Arrangements The Credit Agreements we entered into in connection with the closing of the Merger are secured by substantially all of our and our subsidiaries' assets.
Until the identified material weaknesses are fully remediated and operating effectively for a sustained period, management will continue to assess and enhance internal controls. While management has taken steps to remediate these control weaknesses, the material weaknesses may still be unresolved. Consequently, our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of December 31, 2024.
However, the material weakness cannot be considered remediated until the applicable controls have operated for a sufficient period of time and management has concluded, through testing, that the controls are operating effectively. While management has taken steps to remediate the control weakness, the material weakness is still unresolved.
Our stock price and trading volume may be volatile, which could result in substantial losses for our stockholders. The equity trading markets may experience periods of volatility, which could result in highly variable and unpredictable pricing of equity securities.
Our status as a controlled company could make our Common Stock less attractive to some investors or otherwise harm our stock price. 24 Our stock price and trading volume may be volatile, which could result in substantial losses for our stockholders.
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During 2023, we launched the W56, a new vehicle chassis platform, which is the foundation of our revised strategic product roadmap.
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ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS A description of the risks and uncertainties associated with our business is set forth below. You should carefully consider such risks and uncertainties, together with the other information contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K, and in our other public filings.
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During 2024, we continued executing our strategic product roadmap for our electric vehicle offerings, including the production of the W4 CC, W56 and the development of the W56 208-inch wheelbase vehicle program in both strip chassis and step van variants.
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If any such risks and uncertainties actually occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations could differ materially from the plans, projections, and other forward-looking statements included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K and in our other public filings. These risk factors are not the only risks we face.
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In addition, our product roadmap also includes our second generation, low floor, advanced content offering for the vehicle chassis market, expanding our vehicle foundation and is expected to begin production in late 2026 or 2027.

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Item 1C. Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity — threats and controls disclosure

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For more information about the cybersecurity risks we face, see the risk factors described in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
For more information about the cybersecurity risks we face, see the risk factors described in Part I, Item 1A, Risk Factors in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 26
We continue to expand investments in IT security, taking a multi-layered security approach, which includes additional end-user training, improving security defenses, network segmentation, identifying and protecting critical assets, strengthening monitoring, and alerting, and leveraging industry experts where available.
We continue to expand investments in IT security, taking a multi-layered security approach, which includes additional end-user training, improving security defenses, network segmentation, identifying and protecting critical assets, strengthening monitoring and alerting, utilization of a SOC/SIEM and leveraging industry experts where available.
Our cybersecurity risk management program is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) framework, which organizes cybersecurity risks into five categories: identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. We regularly assess the threat landscape and take a holistic view of cybersecurity risks, with a layered cybersecurity strategy based on prevention, detection, and mitigation.
Our cybersecurity risk management program is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) framework, which organizes cybersecurity into six functions: govern, identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. We regularly assess the threat landscape and take a holistic view of cybersecurity risks, with a layered cybersecurity strategy based on prevention, detection, and mitigation.
These policies go through an internal review process and are approved by appropriate members of management. Our Director of Cybersecurity in cooperation with the Chief Information Officer is responsible for developing and implementing our information security program and reporting on cybersecurity matters to our internal Cybersecurity Steering Committee.
These policies go through an internal review process and are approved by appropriate members of management. Our Cybersecurity Information Security Officer ("CISO"), in cooperation with the Vice President of Information Technology, is responsible for developing and implementing our information security program and reporting on cybersecurity matters to our internal Cybersecurity Steering Committee.
Our internal business owners of the hosted applications are required to document user access reviews at least annually and provide from the vendor a System and Organization Controls (“SOC”) 1 or SOC 2 report. The Audit Committee and the Board actively participate in discussions with management and amongst themselves regarding cybersecurity risks.
Our internal business owners of the hosted applications are required to document user access reviews at least annually and these vendors must provide a System and Organization Controls (“SOC”) 2 report when available. The Audit Committee and the Board actively participate in discussions with management and amongst themselves regarding cybersecurity risks.
Our IT team also regularly collects data on cybersecurity threats and risk areas and conducts a periodic risk assessment. Further, we conduct external penetration tests and maturity testing to assess our processes and procedures and the threat landscape.
Our IT team also regularly collects data on cybersecurity threats and risk areas and conducts periodic risk assessments leveraging data analytics tools to proactively analyze security strategies and make timely adjustments. Further, we conduct external penetration tests and maturity testing to assess our processes and procedures and the threat landscape.
Our Director of Cybersecurity has over 20 years of experience leading cybersecurity oversight and holds cybersecurity certifications such as the CISSP (“Certified Information Systems Security Professional”). 22 We periodically perform simulations to test employees and provide any necessary remedial training.
Our CISO has over 30 years of experience leading cybersecurity oversight and has served as the CISO for multiple manufacturing organizations across the United States. We periodically perform cybersecurity simulations to test employees and provide any necessary remedial training.

Item 2. Properties

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ITEM 2. PROPERTIES We operate facilities in Ohio, Indiana and Michigan. Our corporate headquarters and research and development facility is located in the Greater Cincinnati area in Ohio and our primary manufacturing facility is located in Union City, Indiana. We also operate an engineering and technical design center in Wixom, Michigan.
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES Our corporate headquarters and research and development facilities are located in the Greater Detroit area in Wixom, MI. We lease a manufacturing facility located in Union City, IN, totaling approximately 251,426 square feet, where most of our electric commercial vehicles are manufactured.
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The lease has an initial lease term of 20 years that commenced in August 2025, with six five-year renewal options. We also have commercial vehicle and office facilities in Sharonville, OH, Foster City, CA, Stockton, CA, and Hayward, CA. We operate our Stables by Workhorse business out of our distribution facility in Lebanon, OH. All our facilities are leased.

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

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MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES Not applicable. 23 PART II
MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES Not applicable. 27 PART II
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS For a description of certain material legal proceedings, please see Note 15, Commitments and Contingencies, to the Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. See also Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Overview for a discussion of certain regulatory matters. ITEM 4.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS For a description of certain material legal proceedings, please see Note 16, Commitments and Contingencies , to notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements accompanying this Annual Report. See also Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Overview for a discussion of certain regulatory matters. ITEM 4.

Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity

Market for Common Equity — stock, dividends, buybacks

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Any future determination to declare cash dividends will be made at the discretion of our Board of Directors, subject to applicable laws, and will depend on our financial condition, results of operations, capital requirements, general business conditions and other factors that our Board of Directors may deem relevant. ITEM 6. [RESERVED] 24
Any future determination to declare cash dividends will be made at the discretion of our Board of Directors, subject to applicable laws, and will depend on our financial condition, results of operations, capital requirements, general business conditions, the renegotiation of debt covenants, and other factors that our Board of Directors may deem relevant. ITEM 6. [RESERVED] 28
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES Market Information Our Common Stock is traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “WKHS”. Holders of our Common Stock As of March 21, 2025, we had approximately 144 shareholders of record.
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES Market Information Our Common Stock is traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “WKHS”. Holders of our Common Stock As of March 24, 2026, we had approximately 146 shareholders of record.

Item 7. Management's Discussion & Analysis

Management's Discussion & Analysis (MD&A) — revenue / margin commentary

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In such circumstances, we also conduct a qualitative evaluation of the business growth trajectory, which includes updating our assessment of when positive cash flows are expected 34 to be generated, confirming whether established milestones are being achieved, and assessing our ability and intent to continue to access required funding to execute the plan.
In such circumstances, we also conduct a qualitative evaluation of the business growth trajectory, which includes updating our assessment of when positive cash flows are expected to be generated, confirming whether established milestones are being achieved, and assessing our ability and intent to continue to access required funding to execute the plan.
If we are unable to maintain sufficient financial resources, our 31 business, financial condition and results of operations, as well as our ability to continue to develop, produce and market our vehicle programs and satisfy our obligations as they become due, we will be materially and adversely affected. This could affect future vehicle program production and sales.
If we are unable to maintain sufficient financial resources, our business, financial condition and results of operations, as well as our ability to continue to develop, produce and market our vehicle programs and satisfy our obligations as they become due, we will be materially and adversely affected. This could affect future vehicle program production and sales.
We continue to seek opportunities to grow the business organically, and by expanding relationships with existing and new customers. We believe we are well positioned to take advantage of long-term opportunities and continue our efforts to bring product innovations to market.
We continue to seek opportunities to grow the business organically, and by expanding relationships with existing and new customers and dealers. We believe we are well positioned to take advantage of long-term opportunities and continue our efforts to bring product innovations to market.
A significant increase in the volatility of the market price of our Common Stock, in isolation, would result in a significantly higher fair value; and a significant decrease in volatility would result in a significantly lower fair value. • Credit sprea d: The credit spread used in the binomial lattice model was estimated based on a synthetic credit rating assessed for the Company in the valuation as of the issuance date.
A significant increase in the volatility of the market price of our Common Stock, in isolation, would result in a significantly higher fair value; and a significant decrease in volatility would result in a significantly lower fair value. • Credit spread : The credit spread used in the binomial lattice model was estimated based on a synthetic credit rating assessed for the Company in the valuation as of the issuance date.
Additionally, any additional equity or equity-linked financings would likely have a dilutive effect on the holdings of our existing stockholders. Our current level of cash and cash equivalents are not sufficient to execute our business plan. For the foreseeable future, we will incur operating expenses, capital expenditures and working capital funding that will deplete our cash on hand.
Additionally, any additional equity or equity-linked financings would likely have a dilutive 36 effect on the holdings of our existing stockholders. Our current level of cash and cash equivalents is not sufficient to execute our business plan. For the foreseeable future, we will incur operating expenses, capital expenditures and working capital funding that will deplete our cash on hand.
Because the public float of our Common Stock is currently less than $75 million, the SEC’s “baby shelf” rules will limit the amount of securities we can offer and sell on Form S-3, including the 2024 Notes, Common Stock and all other securities, to one-third of our public float in any twelve month period.
Because the public float of our Common Stock is currently less than $75.0 million, the SEC’s “baby shelf” rules will limit the amount of securities we can offer and sell on Form S-3, including Common Stock and all other securities, to one-third of our public float in any twelve month period.
These macroeconomic assumptions include, but are not limited to, industry sales volumes, inflation, interest rates, and prices of raw materials (e.g., commodities). During 2024, we identified triggering events under ASC 360-35-21, Property, Plant, and Equipment, ("ASC 360") related to certain asset groups.
These macroeconomic assumptions include, but are not limited to, industry sales volumes, inflation, interest rates, and prices of raw materials (e.g., commodities). 40 During 2025, we identified triggering events under ASC 360-35-21, Property, Plant, and Equipment, ("ASC 360") related to certain asset groups.
Our revenues from operations are unlikely to be sufficient to meet our liquidity requirements for the twelve months following the date of the issuance of our Consolidated Financial Statements, and, accordingly, our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to obtain and receive proceeds from third-party financing.
Our revenues from operations are unlikely to be sufficient to meet our liquidity requirements for the twelve months following the date of the issuance of our Consolidated Financial Statements, and, accordingly, our ability to continue as a going concern depends on our ability to obtain and receive proceeds from external financing.
Inflation Inflation continues to impact our operations, resulting from both supply and demand imbalances as economies continue to face constraints as well as the impact on the availability and cost of energy and other commodities as a result of the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Inflation Inflation continues to impact our operations, resulting from both supply and demand imbalances as economies continue to face constraints as well as the impact on the availability and cost of energy and other commodities as a result of the ongoing war in Ukraine, the war in Iran, and other tensions in the Middle East.
Refer to Note 7, Debt, and Note 10, Fair Value Measurements , to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding the convertible notes. Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Asset groups are tested at the level of the smallest identifiable group of assets that generate cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets.
Refer to Note 8, Debt, and Note 11, Fair Value Measurements , to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding the convertible notes. 39 Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Asset groups are tested at the level of the smallest identifiable group of assets that generate cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets.
Cash Requirements 32 From time to time in the ordinary course of business, we enter into agreements with vendors for the purchase of components and raw materials to be used in the manufacture of our products.
Future Purchase Commitments From time to time in the ordinary course of business, we enter into agreements with vendors for the purchase of components and raw materials to be used in the manufacture of our products.
Research and Development Expenses Research and development (“R&D”) expenses consist primarily of personnel costs for our teams in engineering and research, manufacturing engineering and manufacturing test organizations, prototyping expense, and contract and professional services. R&D expenses decreased $15.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Research and Development Expenses Research and development (“R&D”) expenses consist primarily of personnel costs for our teams in engineering and research, manufacturing engineering and manufacturing test organizations, prototyping expense, and contract and professional services. R&D expenses increased $0.3 million, or 2.1%, for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the year ended December 31, 2024.
We continued to electrify the fleet of vehicles being used in our Stables by Workhorse initiative, which operates FedEx Ground delivery routes in the greater Cincinnati, OH area. The electrification of the fleet provides us with firsthand data on the benefits and challenges of independent fleet operators experience while executing last-mile delivery operations.
Throughout 2025, we continued to electrify the fleet of vehicles being used in our Stables by Workhorse initiative. The electrification of the fleet provides us with firsthand data on the benefits and challenges of independent fleet operators experience while executing last-mile delivery operations.
We believe our all-electric commercial vehicles offer fleet operators significant benefits, which include: • Lower total cost-of-ownership as compared to conventional gas/diesel vehicles; • Improved profitability through lower maintenance costs and reduced fuel expenses; • Increased package deliveries per day through use of more efficient delivery methods; • Decreased vehicle emissions and reduced carbon footprint; and • Improved vehicle safety and operator experience.
We believe our all-electric commercial vehicles offer fleet operators significant benefits, which include: • Lower total cost-of-ownership as compared to conventional gas/diesel vehicles; • Improved profitability through lower maintenance costs and reduced fuel expenses; and • Decreased vehicle emissions and reduced carbon footprint.
Our operating cash flows are also affected by our working capital needs to support fluctuations in inventory, personnel expenses, accounts payable and other current assets and liabilities. During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, net cash used in operating activities was $47.6 million and $123.0 million, respectively, representing a decrease of $75.4 million.
Our operating cash flows are also affected by our working capital needs to support fluctuations in inventory, personnel expenses, accounts payable and other current assets and liabilities. During the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, net cash used in operating activities was $35.6 million and $38.2 million, respectively, representing an improvement of $2.6 million.
We evaluate our estimates and assumptions on an ongoing basis. To the extent that there are material differences between these estimates and actual results, our future financial statement presentation, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows may be affected. Inventory Valuation Nature of Valuation: Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or net realizable value.
We evaluate our estimates and assumptions on an ongoing basis. To the extent that there are material differences between these estimates and actual results, our future financial statement presentation, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows may be affected.
On February 26, 2025, we completed registration as a foreign manufacturer under Transport Canada’s Appendix G pre-clearance program, and received approval for Canadian import dealers to bring Workhorse W56 and W750 step vans into the country and sell them nationwide.
As of September 30, 2025, the IRS is no longer offering the Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit. On February 26, 2025, we completed registration as a foreign manufacturer under Transport Canada’s Appendix G pre-clearance program, and received approval for Canadian import dealers to bring Workhorse step vans into the country and sell them nationwide.
These conditions raise substantial doubt regarding our ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least one year from the date of issuance of these accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements. For the year ended December 31, 2024, we maintained an investment in a bank money market fund.
These conditions raise substantial doubt regarding our ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least one year from the date of issuance of these accompanying Consolidated Financial Statements.
This requires us to determine the estimated selling price of our inventory based on market conditions. Once inventory is written-down, a new, lower cost basis for that inventory is established and subsequent changes in facts and circumstances do not result in the restoration or increase in that newly established cost basis.
Once inventory is written-down, a new, lower cost basis for that inventory is established and subsequent changes in facts and circumstances do not result in the restoration or increase in that newly established cost basis.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that are material to investors.
The timing and magnitude of purchase orders beyond such period could change materially based on customer order volumes and other factors. 37 Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that are material to investors.
However, due to contractual terms, variability in the precise growth curves of our development and production ramps, and opportunities to renegotiate pricing, we generally do not have binding and enforceable purchase orders under such contracts beyond the short term, and the timing and magnitude of purchase orders beyond such period is difficult to accurately project.
However, due to contractual terms, variability in the precise growth curves of our development and production ramps, and opportunities to renegotiate pricing, we generally do not enter into binding and enforceable purchase orders under such contracts beyond the needs of our current production schedule and expected supplier lead times.
Fair Value of Convertible Notes Nature of Estimates Required: As permitted under ASC 825, Financial Instruments , (“ASC 825”), we elected the fair value option to account for our convertible notes.
Refer to Note 1, Summary of Business and Significant Accounting Principles , to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding our warranty reserves. Fair Value of Convertible Notes Nature of Estimates Required: As permitted under ASC 825, Financial Instruments , (“ASC 825”), we elected the fair value option to account for our convertible notes.
A small change in our estimates may result in a material charge to our reported financial results. Refer to Note 2 , Inventory, to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding inventory valuation.
A small change in our estimates may result in a material charge to our reported financial results. Refer to Note 3 , Inventory , to the Consolidated Financial Statements for information regarding inventory valuation. Warranty Reserve Nature of Valuation: We generally provide a manufacturer's warranty on all new vehicles we sell.
As of December 31, 2024, the Company had $4.6 million of cash and cash equivalents, net accounts receivable of $0.5 million, other receivables of $0.5 million, inventory, net of reserves of $41.8 million and accounts payable of $11.5 million. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had working capital of $8.2 million and an accumulated deficit of $853.4 million.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company had $12.9 million of cash and cash equivalents, net accounts receivable of $3.9 million, inventory, net of reserves of $39.1 million and accounts payable of $11.6 million. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had working capital of $21.0 million and an accumulated deficit of $319.0 million.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses generally consist of personnel and facilities costs related to our sales, marketing, executive, finance, human resources, information technology and legal organizations as well as fees for professional and contract services and litigation settlements. 29 SG&A expenses decreased $13.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023.
Cost of sales in 2025 increased compared with 2024 by $1.4 million, or 8.0%, due to the cost of sales for Workhorse vehicles sold subsequent to the Merger date. 34 Selling, General and Administrative Expenses Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses generally consist of personnel and facilities costs related to our sales, marketing, executive, finance, human resources, information technology and legal organizations as well as fees for professional and contract services and litigation settlements.
All of our MY 2023/2024 Class 4 - 6 vehicles received approval under each state’s voucher incentive program with voucher amounts ranging from $60,000 - $125,000 for eligible vehicles.
All of our MY 2023/2024 Class 4 - 6 vehicles received approval under each state’s voucher incentive program with voucher amounts ranging from $60,000 - $125,000 for eligible vehicles. In 2024, Workhorse received Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") approval as a qualified manufacturer for the Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit as defined in 30D(d)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and the related notes included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial Statements and accompanying notes in this Annual Report. On December 15, 2025 (the “Closing Date”), we completed our merger with Motiv Power Systems, Inc.
The electrification of the fleet provides us with firsthand data on the benefits and challenges of independent fleet operators experience while executing last-mile delivery operations. The initiative also provides valuable insights into how our customers can plan for and manage the transition to EV operations, including how to develop adequate charging infrastructure, training and maintenance services.
The initiative also provides valuable insights into how our customers can plan for and manage the transition to EV operations, including how to develop adequate charging infrastructure, training and maintenance services. We expect to continue to benefit from ongoing insights gained from the electrification of the commercial vehicle market and in particular last mile delivery sector.
Our ability to continue as a going concern is contingent upon successful execution of management’s intended plan over the next twelve months to improve our liquidity and working capital, which includes, but is not limited to: • Generating revenue by increasing sales of our vehicles and other services. • Reducing expenses and limiting non-contracted capital expenditures. • Receiving proceeds from our current financing arrangements, including through our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement (as defined below) and our ATM Agreement. • Execution of a sale-leaseback arrangement for our Union City, IN production facility.
Our ability to continue as a going concern is contingent upon successful execution of management’s intended plan over the next twelve months to improve our liquidity and working capital, which includes, but is not limited to: • Generating revenue by increasing sales of our vehicles and other services. • Reducing redundant expenses and limiting non-strategic capital expenditures. • Realizing synergies from the Merger, including savings from reducing contract manufacturers for Motiv products by manufacturing them in the Workhorse production facility. • Continuing efforts to lower the total bill of material cost of our vehicles to be in line with Internal Combustion Engine ("ICE") vehicles. • Receiving proceeds from our current financing arrangements. • The successful consummation of a potential equity or equity-linked financing.
Overview and 2024 Highlights We are an American technology company with a vision to pioneer the transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles. Our primary focus is to provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions to the commercial transportation sector. We design and manufacture all-electric vehicles, including the technology that optimizes the way these vehicles operate.
(“Workhorse”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is a North American manufacturer of medium-duty electric trucks and buses. Our primary focus is to provide sustainable and cost-effective solutions to the commercial transportation sector. We design and manufacture all-electric vehicles, including the technology that optimizes the way that these vehicles operate.
Summary of Cash Flows For the Years Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Net cash used in operating activities $ (47,590,024) $ (123,024,049) Net cash used in investing activities (4,064,293) (18,687,451) Net cash provided by financing activities 20,453,340 78,281,114 Cash Flows from Operating Activities Our cash flows from operating activities are affected by our cash investments to support the business in research and development, manufacturing, selling, general and administration.
Summary of Cash Flows For the Years Ended December 31, (in thousands) 2025 2024 Net cash used in operating activities (35,553) (38,154) Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 9,827 (4,761) Net cash provided by financing activities 32,017 45,286 Cash Flows from Operating Activities Our cash flows from operating activities are affected by our cash investments to support the business in research and development, manufacturing, selling, general and administration.
As part of the process, Transport Canada completed a review of the Company’s documentation validating Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) compliance of both vehicles. Stables by Workhorse Throughout 2024, we continued to electrify the fleet of vehicles being used in our Stables by Workhorse initiative.
As part of the process, Transport Canada completed a review of the Company’s documentation validating Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) compliance.
During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, the Company received $0.1 million as a refund from a prior year tax provision. 30 Liquidity and Capital Resources; Going Concern We had sales, net of returns and allowances of $6.6 million and incurred a net loss of $101.9 million and used $47.6 million of cash in operating activities during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Provision for Income Tax For the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, the Company incurred taxable losses and therefore no provision for income tax has been recorded, other than the minimum filing fees in certain states. 35 Liquidity and Capital Resources; Going Concern We had sales, net of returns and allowances of $21.2 million and incurred a net loss of $64.1 million and used $35.6 million of cash in operating activities during the year ended December 31, 2025.
We record changes in fair value of the convertible notes in Interest expense, net in the Consolidated Statements of Operations, and changes in fair value of the convertible notes attributable to credit risk in Other comprehensive loss.
We record changes in fair value of the convertible notes in Change in fair value of convertible notes in the Consolidated Statements of Operations.
Market Demand Our sales in 2024 were lower than the prior year due to the continued slower-than-anticipated industry wide adoption rates for electric commercial vehicles, the lack of government subsidies and incentives available to our dealers and lagging electric grid infrastructure improvements and the resulting effect on roll-outs of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, nationwide.
Market Demand We continue to experience slower-than-anticipated industry wide electric truck adoption rates and lack of government subsidies and incentives available to our dealers as well as slower than expected roll-out of additional power to electric grids and the resulting effect on roll-outs of electric truck charging infrastructure, nationwide.
We write-down inventory for any excess or obsolete inventories or when we believe the net realizable value of inventories is less than the carrying value. Assumptions and Approach Used: We review our inventory to determine whether its carrying value exceeds the net amount realizable upon the ultimate sale of the inventory.
Assumptions and Approach Used: We review our inventory to determine whether its carrying value exceeds the net amount realizable upon the ultimate sale of the inventory. This requires us to determine the estimated selling price of our inventory 38 based on market conditions.
We believe these certifications not only validate the vehicle's safety and environmental compliance but also underscore our capability of providing reliable solutions for the electric commercial vehicle market. 25 During 2024, our vehicles continued to be eligible for several state and federal voucher and tax credit incentive programs supporting the sale of our EV products.
Vehicle Credits and Certifications During 2025, our vehicles continued to meet full Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) to be eligible for several state and federal voucher and tax credit incentive programs supporting the sale of our EV products.
In an effort to dampen inflationary pressures, certain central banks raised interest rates, which has, and will likely continue to raise the cost of our financing. 28 Results of Operations Components of our results of operations The Company operates as a single reporting segment under ASC 280, Segment Reporting , (“ASC 280”) consistent with how management evaluates and prioritizes investment and resource allocation decisions, and assesses operating performance.
The Convertible Note Subsidiary Guaranty was amended and restated (the “A&R Convertible Note Subsidiary Guaranty”) to incorporate the termination of the Convertible Note Security Agreement. 33 Results of Operations Components of our results of operations The Company operates as a single reporting segment under ASC 280, Segment Reporting , (“ASC 280”) consistent with how management evaluates and prioritizes investment and resource allocation decisions, and assesses operating performance.
Cash Flows from Investing Activities Cash flows used in investing activities and their variability across each period related primarily to capital expenditures to upgrade and maintain our research and production facilities. During the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, net cash used in investing activities, was $4.1 million and $18.7 million, respectively, representing a decrease of $14.6 million.
Additionally, we experienced a $6.2 million impairment loss on discontinued product line investment in 2024 that did not recur in 2025. Cash Flows from Investing Activities Cash flows used in investing activities and their variability across each period related primarily to capital expenditures to upgrade and maintain our research and production facilities and the impact of the Merger.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 12, New Accounting Standards , to the Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 35
Recent Accounting Pronouncements See Note 13, New Accounting Standards , to the Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK As a smaller reporting company, we are not required to provide the information required by this Item. 41
The decrease was primarily driven by a decline in spending in tooling and equipment related to our vehicle programs at our Union City, IN manufacturing facility. Cash Flows from Financing Activities During the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash provided by financing activities was $20.5 million, compared to $78.3 million in 2023, representing a decrease of $57.8 million.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities During the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash provided by financing activities was $32.0 million, compared to $45.3 million in 2024, a decrease of $13.3 million.
Other (Loss) Income Other loss for the year ended December 31, 2024 was zero compared to $10.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2023 related to the impairment of our investment in Tropos.
Other (Loss) Income Other loss increased $0.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to the year ended December 31, 2024, which primarily relates to a $0.2 million loss from the disposal of assets during the current year.
We expect to continue to benefit from ongoing electrification of the commercial vehicle market and in particular the "last mile delivery" sector. Certified Dealer Program During 2024, we continued to expand our network of certified dealers trained to safely repair and maintain the electric components of our vehicles into new states to support our customers.
MPPN offerings and expertise focus on helping fleets minimize charging infrastructure costs, improve operational efficiencies and take advantage of incentive and financing programs. Certified Dealer Program During 2025, we continued to develop our network of Workhorse certified dealers trained to safely repair and maintain the electric components of our vehicles into new states to support our customers.
Commodities Prices for commodities remain volatile, and we expect to experience price increases for base metals and raw materials that are used in batteries for electric vehicles (e.g., lithium, cobalt, and nickel) as well as steel, aluminum and other material inputs. Global demand and differences in output across sectors have generated divergence in price movements across different commodities.
Commodities Commodity prices remain volatile, and we expect continued cost increases for key materials used in electric truck production, including lithium, cobalt, nickel, steel, and aluminum. Global shifts in supply and demand have caused uneven price trends across commodities, but overall we anticipate higher material costs.
We currently expect that our primary source of third-party financing will be the proceeds of the Tenth Additional 2024 Note, which we issued under our 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement.
We currently expect that our primary source of financing will be the Credit Agreements and a potential equity or equity-linked financing.
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We are focused on our core competency of bringing our electric delivery vehicle platforms to serve the "last mile delivery" market.
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(“Motiv”), pursuant to which Motiv became our indirect, wholly owned subsidiary (the “Merger”). While the legal acquirer in the Merger was Workhorse for financial accounting and reporting purposes under U.S. GAAP, Motiv was the accounting acquirer and the Merger was accounted for as a reverse acquisition.
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Commercial Vehicles In 2024, we continued to focus on product quality, manufacturing capacity, operational planning, engineering and design to enable increased deliveries and deployments of our products and future revenue growth.
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Accordingly, the consolidated assets, liabilities and results of operations of Motiv became the historical consolidated financial statements of the consolidated company, and Workhorse’s assets, liabilities and results of operations were consolidated with those of Motiv beginning on the Merger (and acquisition date). Operations prior to the Merger are presented as those of Motiv in this and future reports.
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We have executed our strategic product roadmap for our electric vehicle offerings, including the production of the W4 CC, W56 and the development of the W56 208-inch wheelbase vehicle program in both strip chassis and step van variants.
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Workhorse’s assets and liabilities were measured and recognized at their fair values as of the Closing Date of the Merger. References to “Workhorse”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”, when used in this Annual Report incorporate the operations of Motiv unless otherwise indicated or the context requires otherwise. Overview and 2025 Highlights Workhorse Group Inc.
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The initiative also provides valuable insights into how our customers can plan for and manage the transition to EV operations, including how to develop adequate charging infrastructure, training and maintenance services. We intend to continue to generate demand and brand awareness by improving our vehicles’ performance and functionality, and by developing new vehicle programs, including new W56 variants.
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The Company’s best-in-class vehicles are designed for last-mile delivery, medium-duty operations, and a growing range of specialized applications.
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Vehicle Credits and Certifications On October 15, 2024 our 208-inch extended wheelbase version of the W56 step van was certified to meet full Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and received California's HVIP certification.
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Commercial Vehicles Primarily focused on meeting the needs of the medium duty trucking market, which we believe to be an approximately $23 billion market, we develop, manufacture and deploy electric vehicles for businesses and assist fleets through electrification pilot programs, multi-depot deployments and EV orders.
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We also received approval for the W56 – 208 step van to participate in the HVIP program in late 2024 and, as such, all Workhorse vehicles are now eligible for the program. We also received IRS approval as a qualified manufacturer for the Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit as defined in 30D(d)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
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We differentiate ourself in the market with an emphasis on customer support, training and services, resulting in more than half of our vehicle deliveries in 2025 being made to repeat customers. We currently manufacture Class 5/6 commercial delivery vehicles in our production facility in Union City, IN.
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With this approval, Workhorse customers are eligible to receive up to a $40,000 credit for deliveries of all Workhorse vehicles in 2024 and beyond.
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For our other vehicles, we currently use asset-light contract manufacturers and co-development partnerships that result in flexible, scalable product development and production. To date, the Company has developed a product portfolio that addresses the entire Class 4-6 medium duty trucking market.
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We expect to continue to benefit from ongoing insights gained from the electrification of the commercial vehicle market and in particular last mile delivery sector.
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We are committed to making continued progress in our product development by enhancing our products and developing the next evolution of our offerings. We also offer several options to upfit our customers’ vehicles and fleets to increase the range of electrification options.
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The EV adoption landscape in 2025 presents a mixed outlook. State-level incentives continue to provide support for EV ownership, including our W56 platform's approval for California's HVIP through CARB, which offers buyers an $85,000 base voucher per W56 vehicle purchased. However, the changed Presidential Administration has created regulatory uncertainty that may impact market growth.
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We expect to transition away from contract manufacturers and shift production of all vehicles into the Workhorse production facility during 2026.
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Furthermore, California's recent withdrawal of its waiver request to the EPA has suspended implementation of the Advanced Clean Fleets Regulation ("ACF Regulation"). This withdrawal significantly alters the regulatory framework we previously anticipated. Under the Clean Air Act, California requires EPA approval to establish its own emissions standards for new motor vehicles.
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We currently manufacture and sell the following: Class 5/6 W56 Step Van and Stripped Chassis The W56 versatile platform is based on long-standing Company know-how in the Class 5/6 truck chassis market, a robust medium-duty chassis, designed for last-mile delivery and high payload work-truck applications. Initially the W56 is delivered in either a stripped chassis or complete step van configuration.
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With this approval process now paused, the timeline and enforcement mechanisms for emissions regulations remain uncertain.
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The W56 platform provides a robust foundation for custom body 29 builds, from delivery vans and utility vehicles to specialized vehicles. With its strong, configurable frame, the W56 is designed for safety and efficiency, and tailored to meet customer demands.
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These regulatory developments, together with the new Presidential Administration’s general shift away from policies that promote the reduction of carbon emissions and the use of electric vehicles, constitute material considerations for our operations and strategic planning, potentially affecting adoption rates in ways that are difficult to predict at this time.
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Class 5/6 Stripped Chassis We currently offer the legacy Motiv 6th generation electrified chassis, “S,” which has step van and specialty applications. Work truck or box truck upfits to this platform enhance flexibility to meet customer demands.
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This evolving regulatory landscape represents a material consideration for our operations and strategic planning, and introduces uncertainty that may impact projected adoption rates.
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The legacy Motiv model of the Class 5/6 stripped chassis is going to be sunset over the next 12 months as we transition customers to the W56 platform.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources 2024 Securities Purchase Agreemen t As part of management's plan to raise capital to fund operations, we entered into a financing arrangement that makes liquidity available in both the short term and over time.
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Class 4 EPIC4 Shuttle Bus, School Bus, Box Truck, and Work Truck Our Class 4 cab chassis called “Epic 4” can be used for shuttle, school, box, refrigeration, work truck, flat bed and specialty applications. Our shuttle bus upfitting can accommodate shuttle buses for 12+2 passengers and school bus upfitting can accommodate school buses for up to 20 passengers.
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On March 15, 2024, we entered into a securities purchase agreement (the “2024 Securities Purchase Agreement”) with an institutional investor (the “Investor”) under which we agreed to issue and sell, in one or more registered public offerings by the Company directly to the Investor in multiple tranches over a period beginning on March 15, 2024, (i) senior secured convertible notes for up to an aggregate principal amount of $139.0 million (the “2024 Notes”) that are convertible into shares of the Company’s Common Stock, and (ii) warrants (the “ 2024 Warrants”) to purchase shares of Common Stock. 26 Pursuant to the 2024 Securities Purchase Agreement, during the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company issued and sold to the Investor (i) 2024 Notes in the original principal amount of $39.0 million and (ii) issued 15.6 million 2024 Warrants, (1.3 million shares adjusted for the 2025 Reverse).
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Product Roadmap We have plans to continue to reduce the total cost of and enhance the design and performance of our current product lineup, as well design new vehicles as the market evolves.
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As of December 31, 2024, the 2024 Notes had an outstanding fair value aggregate principal amount of $10.5 million, with an outstanding aggregate principal amount of $7.6 million. No shares had been issued pursuant to the 2024 Warrants as of December 31, 2024.
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We intend to develop a proprietary Class 5/6 cab chassis and expect that this product will be able to be used for dry box, refrigeration, stake bed, utility and shuttle purposes.
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In addition, during the first two months of 2025, we issued and sold to the Investor 2024 Notes in the aggregate principal amount of $38.5 million and 2024 Warrants to purchase up to 55.0 million shares of Common Stock, (4.4 million shares adjusted for the 2025 Reverse Stock Split).
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Fleet Management In April 2025, the Company launched the Motiv Premier Partner Network (MPPN), a carefully vetted commercial fleet resource consisting of some of the industry-leading solution providers available to support fleets at any stage of their journey to net-zero emissions.
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As described in our Current Report on Form 8-K filed with the SEC on February 12, 2025, we issued a 2024 Note in the aggregate principal amount of $35.0 million (the “Tenth Additional 2024 Note”) governed by a lockbox letter entered into between the Company and the Investor (the “Lockbox Letter”).

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