Cenntro Receives Order for Metro MR for the Japanese Market

FREEHOLD, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 2, 2025--

Cenntro Inc. (NASDAQ: CENN) (“Cenntro” or “the Company”), a pioneering electric commercial vehicle company with advanced, market-validated, and purpose-built vehicles, today announced its manufacturing facility, Zhejiang Cenntro Machinery Co., Ltd., secured an order for 500 customized Metro MR vehicles exclusively for the Japanese market. We believe this order highlights Cenntro’s commitment to delivering market-specific, high-value solutions, and our ability to meet the rigorous quality and performance standards expected by what we believe to be one of the world’s most discerning customer bases.

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We believe the Metro MR is uniquely tailored to the requirements of the Japanese market, reflecting a strategic move to penetrate and grow in a region renowned for its exacting expectations. The order is backed by a bank letter of credit, further demonstrating confidence in Cenntro’s operational and financial reliability. Delivery is scheduled for the first calendar quarter of 2025, which may position Cenntro to capitalize on additional opportunities in this key market.

“Our Metro MR is an ideal electric delivery vehicle for densely populated cities like Tokyo and Osaka,” said Peter Wang, CEO of Cenntro. “We see significant potential in Japan as a strong market for ultra-light electric utility vehicles. We view this as a pivotal milestone that not only reinforces our presence in Japan, but the sale may set the stage for additional orders and expanded market share,” concluded Wang.

Cenntro remains focused on leveraging its innovative capabilities to drive long-term shareholder value.

About Cenntro

Cenntro (NASDAQ: CENN) is a leading maker and provider of electric commercial vehicles (“ECVs”). Cenntro's purpose-built ECVs are designed to serve a variety of commercial applications inclusive of its line of class 1 to class 8 trucks. Cenntro is building a globalized supply-chain, as well as the manufacturing, distribution, and service capabilities for its innovative and reliable products. Cenntro continues to evolve its products capabilities through advanced battery, powertrain, and smart driving technologies. For more information, please visit Cenntro's website at: www.cenntroauto.com.

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Metro MR for the Japanese Market (Photo: Business Wire)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs were stranded at Kansas City International Airport on Saturday as an ice storm shut down operations, preventing their chartered jet from departing for their game against the Broncos on Sunday in Denver.

The Chiefs tried to move up the flight as the weather, which had been predicted all week, bared down on Kansas City. But the plane they were expected to use was delayed in arriving, so the team had to stick with its mid-afternoon departure.

The airport announced at 2:50 p.m. CDT that it had closed all flight operations due to “rapid ice accumulation.” It was unclear when the Chiefs would be able to depart, though a break was expected between the end of the icy rain that had fallen during the afternoon and a thick line of heavy snow that was expected to begin in the evening and last through Sunday.

The hope was that the airport would have time enough to clear the runways and resume operations.

The Chiefs (15-1) have clinched the No. 1 seed in the playoffs and a first-round bye, rendering their regular-season finale moot for them. But the game has significant meaning for Denver, which could clinch its own playoff berth with a win.

Earlier this week, Chiefs coach Andy Reid said he planned to rest quarterback Patrick Mahomes, meaning backup Carson Wentz will get the start. The Chiefs also declared right tackle Jawaan Taylor (knee) and running back Isiah Pacheco (ribs) out, while stars such as defensive tackle Chris Jones and tight end Travis Kelce were expected to get the game off.

The Chiefs will have to wait to find out their playoff opponent. The earliest they would play in the divisional round is Jan. 18.

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In a photo released by the Kansas Highway Patrol, a car is wedged between two trucks during icy weather Saturday, Jan. 4, 2024, in Salina, Kansas. (Kansas Highway Patrol via AP)