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May 27, 2025

The Future is Bright for Brightdrop Fleets

Discover how to upfit your BrightDrop Zevo 600 or 400 for maximum efficiency. Learn about Transport Canada’s iMHZEV rebates—up to $40,000 per vehicle—and key tips for safe, warranty-compliant commercial EV builds.


As some of Canada’s incentives for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles begin to phase out, there are still meaningful opportunities for fleet managers to secure rebates on BrightDrop EVs.

Under Transport Canada’s iMHZEV Program, the BrightDrop Zevo 600 and Zevo 400 cargo vans are eligible for rebates of up to $40,000 per vehicle. This funding supports the shift toward zero-emission fleets and applies to new medium- or heavy-duty vehicles that meet the program’s criteria, including weight class and manufacturing origin.

At Sterling, we’ve seen a steady increase in demand for BrightDrop upfits across industries—from last-mile delivery to utilities. When properly upfitted, the BrightDrop cargo van becomes a smart, high-efficiency solution for commercial work in dense urban environments.

But it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. The BrightDrop van’s construction is unique, and your upfit plan should reflect that. Here are five key things to consider:

Keep reading this blog on sterlingfleetoutfitters.com


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