ZeroNox Highlights Business Milestones and Upcoming Expo

The electric powertrain company shares updates on regulatory approvals, patent awards, and pilot programs.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:50pm

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ZeroNox, a 7% portfolio company of Armada Mercantile Ltd., has announced several key business updates, including receiving its second California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order for its EV Retrofit Kit, finalizing its California HVIP manufacturer eligibility application, launching a school bus retrofit conversion process with TREDC, being awarded a U.S. patent for its Venturi Device with Forced Induction technology, and completing a pilot program with Obayashi Corporation. The company's CEO will also be a featured panelist at the upcoming ACT Expo 2026 in Las Vegas.

Why it matters

ZeroNox's progress highlights the growing momentum in the commercial electric vehicle space, as fleets and municipalities seek solutions to electrify their heavy-duty vehicles. The company's technological innovations and regulatory approvals position it as a key player in the transition to cleaner transportation.

The details

ZeroNox has received its second CARB Executive Order for its EV Retrofit Kit, which covers Class 8 vehicles including heavy-duty trucks and transit buses. The company is also in the final stages of completing its California HVIP manufacturer eligibility application, a key requirement before its vehicles can be listed in the state's Eligible Vehicles Catalog. Additionally, ZeroNox has launched a school bus retrofit conversion process with TREDC, gaining real-world experience in clean transportation and vehicle electrification. The company was also issued a U.S. patent for its Venturi Device with Forced Induction technology, which covers a novel supercharger system that uses exhaust gas recirculation and vortex formation to compress intake air without traditional moving components. Finally, ZeroNox has successfully completed a pilot program with Obayashi Corporation, focused on installing and bringing its Vortex Infusion Chamber (VIC) CC system online across pilot vehicles.

  • ZeroNox received its second CARB Executive Order in April 2026.
  • ZeroNox is in the final stages of completing its California HVIP manufacturer eligibility application.
  • ZeroNox and TREDC have officially launched the Pleasant View School District school bus retrofit conversion process.
  • ZeroNox was issued a U.S. patent for its Venturi Device with Forced Induction technology in 2026.
  • ZeroNox has successfully completed a Stage 4 VIC pilot program with Obayashi Corporation.

The players

ZeroNox Inc.

A company that develops the ZeroNox Electric Powertrain Platform, an OEM and fleet solution for cleaner, higher-performing, and cost-effective commercial and industrial vehicles.

Armada Mercantile Ltd.

A company that holds a 7% ownership stake in ZeroNox Inc.

Robert Cruess

The CEO and President of ZeroNox Inc.

TREDC

An organization that has partnered with ZeroNox on the Pleasant View School District school bus retrofit conversion process.

Obayashi Corporation

A company that has collaborated with ZeroNox on a pilot program focused on the installation and deployment of ZeroNox's Vortex Infusion Chamber (VIC) CC system.

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What’s next

ZeroNox CEO Robert Cruess will be a featured panelist at the upcoming ACT Expo 2026, North America's largest fleet technology conference and expo, taking place May 4–7, 2026, in Las Vegas.

The takeaway

ZeroNox's technological innovations, regulatory approvals, and partnerships demonstrate its position as a key player in the transition to cleaner commercial transportation. The company's progress in areas like school bus electrification and advanced powertrain systems highlights the growing demand for sustainable mobility solutions.