CALGARY, AB , May 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) ("Exro" or the "Company"), a leading technology company specializing in power control solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025.

Q1 2025 Highlights

• Revenue of $4.4 million from delivery of 23 electric propulsion units and aftersales services.
• Continued integration of Coil Driver™ technology with a third commercial EV platform.
• Strategic engagements advanced with Stellantis and two additional global automotive OEMs.
• Workforce reduced by 19% and cost optimization initiatives began to deliver gross margin improvements.

"During the first quarter, Exro made meaningful progress executing against its commercialization roadmap," said Exro CEO Sue Ozdemir. "We continued propulsion system deliveries to our commercial vehicle OEM customers, advanced new OEM programs, and began realizing the benefits of targeted cost reductions and margin improvements. With the electrification market continuing to evolve, we remain focused on disciplined execution, strategic capital deployment, and delivering long-term value."

Financial Results

Revenue for Q1 2025 totaled $4.44 million, compared to $87,828 in Q1 2024. This increase reflects the Company's transition from technology validation to commercial deliveries.

Gross profit, excluding amortization, was negative $2.3 million, an improvement from prior quarters, driven by early cost reductions, inventory efficiencies, and product mix optimization. Gross margin per unit improved significantly compared to Q4 2024, continuing the trend toward profitability.

Net loss from continuing operations was $23.5 million (or $0.04 per share), compared to a loss of $12.9 million (or $0.08 per share) in Q1 2024. The increase in loss is primarily attributable to non-cash charges, including $7.4 million in depreciation and amortization and $3.8 million in interest expense related to senior secured debt and convertible notes.

As of March 31, 2025, the Company held $0.76 million in cash and reported a working capital deficit of $7.0 million. Operating cash flow was negative $11.5 million, reflecting the scaling of commercial operations.

Strategic and Operational Update

• Exro is delivering propulsion units to two of the top five commercial vehicle OEMs in North America and remains in advanced discussions with two others.
• The Company is pursuing an additional OEM contract for 2026 production.
• An additional 20% reduction in bill-of-materials costs is targeted by year-end.
• Additional Cell Driver™ pilot deployments are scheduled across North America.
• Following quarter-end, Exro is continuing to explore viable funding opportunities to support its business plan. The Company received US $4.0 million ($5,615,510) in additional funding from its existing senior secured creditor.

Strategic Wind-Down of APAC Subsidiary

As part of its focus on core markets and capital efficiency, Exro has initiated an orderly wind-down of its Australia-based subsidiary. Legal counsel has been retained, and the Company is working to resolve all lease, employment, and regulatory matters. This strategic decision supports the Company's ongoing focus on cost reductions and reallocation of resources to high-impact markets with stronger commercial traction and more efficient capital deployment.

Outlook

While macroeconomic conditions continue to affect the broader automotive sector, Exro remains confident in the long-term demand for cost-efficient electrification solutions.

ABOUT EXRO TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Exro Technologies Inc., now expanded through the strategic acquisition of SEA Electric, is a leading technology company that has developed new-generation power control electronics. Its innovative suite of solutions, including Coil Driver™, Cell Driver™, and SEA-Drive^®, expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries and offer OEMs a comprehensive e-propulsion solution with unmatched performance and efficiency. Exro is reshaping global energy consumption, accelerating adoption towards a circular electrified economy by delivering more with less – minimum energy for maximum results. 

For more information visit our website at www.exro.com.

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