California-based startup Harbinger, known for its electric vehicle platform, is expanding into the emergency vehicles market with its hybrid powertrain technology. The company has secured a deal with Frazer, a 70-year-old firm, to utilize Harbinger’s chassis for building ambulances and mobile healthcare units.
The partnership between Harbinger and Frazer highlights the growing demand for electric and hybrid vehicle solutions beyond traditional passenger vehicles. Harbinger’s CEO, John Harris, emphasized the versatility of their platform, which can be customized to meet varying customer requirements, including the option for a range-extending combustion engine.
Harbinger’s success in diversifying its platform applications is evident through collaborations with industry players like Airstream for energy storage solutions. The company has attracted significant investments, exceeding $300 million to date.
Frazer CEO Laura Griffin described switching to Harbinger’s hybrid powertrain as a logical decision, citing the efficiency of the predominantly electric system with a gas engine for battery recharging.
Source: TechCrunch