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REE Automotive Ltd. (Nasdaq: REE), an automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, today announced that its REE’s P7-C software-defined Class 4 electric vehicles (EVs) will be available to government and education entities in all 50 states of the U.S. looking to add electric options to their fleets through a 4-year contract awarded to National Auto Fleet Group (NAFG) by Sourcewell.

“NAFG has been an approved Sourcewell vendor since 2011 and has revolutionized government vehicle purchasing by linking its nationwide network of manufacturers, like REE, and upfitters to meet the needs of Sourcewell’s clients around the country,” said Daniel Barel, CEO and Co-Founder of REE Automotive. “By adding REE’s P7-C to its contract with Sourcewell, NAFG is offering the world’s first fully software-defined vehicle to hundreds of institutions around the U.S., giving them the opportunity to bring state-of-the-art technology to their fleets.”

“For REE, this offering through Sourcewell allows us to tap into a new customer base,” said Tali Miller, Chief Business Officer of REE Automotive. “Sourcewell serves government and educational institutions around the U.S. and since Sourcewell takes care of the bidding process, their customers know that REE is a well-vetted option for their Class 4 fleet needs. We are ready to start taking orders immediately.”

Depending on the customer’s location, REE’s P7-C vehicles are now eligible for a U.S. federal tax credit of up to $40,000 per vehicle and are expected to be eligible for over $100,000 of incentives per vehicle with additional state incentives. Sourcewell’s member companies will have the opportunity to place orders for the fully-certified, software-defined, electric vehicle powered by REEcorner® full by-wire technology and experience the intended benefits including:

• Superior maneuverability and all-wheel drive functionality
• Enhanced safety with fail operational design via redundancies in hardware and software
• Driver-centric cabin with excellent ergonomics and low chassis height
• REEcorners designed for serviceability at low total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Strong residual values
• Future-proofed, autonomous-ready and over-the-air (OTA) upgrade capable
• Modular design and quick time to market
• Optimal energy efficiency

To learn more about REE’s patented technology and unique value proposition that aims to position the company to break new ground in e-mobility, visit www.ree.auto.

About National Auto Fleet GroupNational Auto Fleet Group (NAFG) is a minority family-owned, all-in-one vehicle vendor that caters to government agencies across the United States. With two generations of experience, we understand the complexities involved in government fleet vehicle purchasing. Our fast, reliable, and hassle-free Sourcewell vehicle contracts empower members to seek alternatives to the tedious bidding process. Our effective and simple online quoting system offers resources to assist public agencies with a variety of fleet purchasing solutions. To learn more, visit www.nationalautofleetgroup.com

About REE AutomotiveREE Automotive Ltd. (Nasdaq: REE) is an automotive technology company that allows companies to build electric vehicles of various shapes and sizes on their modular platforms. With complete design freedom, vehicles Powered by REE® are equipped with the revolutionary REEcorner®, which packs critical vehicle components (steering, braking, suspension, powertrain and control) into a single compact module positioned between the chassis and the wheel. As the first company to FMVSS certify a full by-wire vehicle in the U.S., REE’s proprietary by-wire technology for drive, steer and brake control eliminates the need for mechanical connection. Using four identical REEcorners® enables REE to make the industry’s flattest EV platforms with more room for passengers, cargo and batteries. REE platforms are future proofed, autonomous capable, offer a low total cost of ownership (TCO), and drastically reduce the time to market for fleets looking to electrify. To learn more visit www.ree.auto.

Media ContactMalory Van GuilderSkyya PR for REE Automotive+1 651-335-0585ree@skyya.com

Investor ContactDana RubinsteinChief Strategy Officer for REE Automotiveinvestors@ree.auto

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