Canoo, a high-tech mobility company, was awarded a contract by the Defense Innovation Unit – a division of the U.S. Department of Defense – to supply battery modules for testing and demonstration.

Canoo’s proprietary battery system is modular, making it suitable for many configurations. The system is engineered to be flexible and compatible with cells from leading battery providers, adapting to changes in cell size and chemistry as the battery industry continues to mature and reduce costs.

We are very proud to be selected by the Department of Defense and to contribute to our country’s global defense technology leadership.

Tony Aquila, Chairman & CEO at Canoo

This contract follows Canoo’s recent delivery of a Light Tactical Vehicle (LTV) to the U.S. Army, and selection to provide NASA with crew transportation vehicles for the Artemis lunar landing missions.

“We are very proud to be selected by the Department of Defense and to contribute to our country’s global defense technology leadership. This award is another example of our focus and commitment to innovation. We’ve worked hard and continue to develop our patented technologies and ability to deliver flexible, on-demand energy solutions that are multi-purpose capable to serve America’s interests and its allies around the world,” said Tony Aquila, Chairman & CEO at Canoo.

Canoo’s contract from the U.S. Department of Defense is a significant milestone for the company, and highlights their commitment to innovation in the electric vehicle industry_