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Overview
In early 2015, Chris James and his film team began producing an extreme sports film, called Mod Kids USA, which documented the lives of an elite class of youngsters who race mini off-road trucks called mod karts. In our eyes, it was the most exciting sport never-to-been seen by the masses, better than NASCAR, as it’s in the dirt with jumps and berms, similar to Supercross. Over the last 6 years, that film has turned into multiple films, now being released on Prime Video.
In 2017, UTVs started to encroach on short-course racing and began growing in popularity, being more affordable than trucks. The kids in our documentary would have to leave the mod kart class at 16 years old and upgrade either to a larger truck class, which costs close to a quarter of a million, or a UTV which didn’t perform as well.
Thus, in 2018 the idea of Battle Approved Motors was born. Since then, as we team up with a number of Pro drivers and key brands in the industry, we have been developing our race model vehicles that will be ready by 2023.
*Computer generated rendering showing vehicle at its lowest suspension level called "ground zero"
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The Solution
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We believe that Battle Approved Motors will be one of the first high-end elite UTVs - straight out of the box.
That's because we are eliminating the need to go to a fab shop to have a vehicle cut down with a new roll cage and numerous expensive aftermarket parts. As our business development manager, Kenny Osborn puts it, “We are like Ferrari meets Tesla in the dirt”.
Computer generated rendering of vehicle currently in development
Battle Approved Motors is an early-stage startup currently in the design for manufacturing, test, and validation phases.
BAM is breaking away from the traditional mold for UTVs and working to build something more economical, greener, better performing, and safer than what currently exists on the market.
Unlike ATVs (all-terrain vehicles), which are meant for single riders, UTVs (utility task vehicles or utility terrain vehicles) tend to be beefier and allow for “side-by-side” riding, which makes them…
Our UTV is about luxury, ownership, experience, and performance and our 3 side-by-side models (r101, s102, and e103) are powerful, strong, stylish, and tailor to all.
The Market
The utility task vehicles market was valued at US $7 billion in 2020 and estimated to grow with a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period from 2020 to 2027. While the North America Electric Vehicle Market is expected to be worth $396.94 Billion by 2028. Battle Approved Motors plans to reach both of these markets.
Yahoo! Finance highlights Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTV) Market to hit $9bn by 2025.
New findings show that the combined UTV & ATV Market is expected to reach $11.95 Billion by 2027 as consumers flock to recreational activities. This is one of the few markets that have witnessed substantial growth during the pandemic.
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And as far as the future goes, the number of electric cars, buses, vans and heavy trucks on roads is expected to hit 145 million by 2030.
Battle Approved Motors is poised to disrupt the current $7 billion industry by offering a safer professional UTV straight out of the box to the general public. These vehicles will also be street legal in over 32 states, and anyone 16 and above will be able to drive one.
Our Traction
In February of 2019, BAM was incorporated and in September of 2019, the concept team assembled and got to work. Our development team began working in November of that year and the manufacturing facilities were secured in February 2020. In the same year we completed the design development of our concept chassis and e-platform Battle Board in March and started our partnership development team in July.
What We Do
BAM is the one-stop-shop for durability, safety, cleaner energy, and style. This means we are…
COMPLETELY ELECTRIC.
Better for you. Better for the planet. Take your vehicles off the grid.
PREMIUM SAFETY.
Built with chromoly tubing, your vehicles offer race-level security and safety.
BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE.
Power and torque to take you over the toughest terrains and tightest corners.
We believe that electric is the future, and that UTV owners need a better, cleaner option. Therefore, we see ourselves as a clean tech company. Via electrification and with our 3 models, we believe we're able to provide a superior vehicle with better performance and safety features than the competition.
Here’s a look at our fully-electric, comfort and off-road ready lineup:
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Then, there’s the Battle Ground. Your own private desert playground.
Battle Approved Motors has plans to build its own real estate paradise. Ethan Pole (Outdoors Specialist) says ‘“Think of it as the future Disney World for Off-Road.”
The vision is a private 200+ acre commercial, recreational, and off-road community in Arizona where you can have a lot of land, build a home and workshop, and race anytime you like.
The time and money it costs racers to travel and test is considerable. So why not live where you test?
That’s why we believe in this private testing facility and sustainable community. As an owner of one of these parcels within the community, you also become part owner of the racing facility.
Although we are still in the early design stages, we believe our UTV model is already cooler and sleeker than any other on the market. The performance of our test vehicles has not only been smooth and fast, but due to the team we are building, we also feel we can get to market in the same timeline as our competitors.
How We Are Different
A few years ago, we noticed a huge gap in the market at the race-track. There wasn’t a UTV that could perform as well as the trucks, and we believe there still isn’t today. UTVs were first introduced to help farmers move around their land easier. The fact is, UTVs were not originally designed to be powerful, race, and jump. Our vehicle will be one of the first UTVs designed to do all three.
BAM is breaking away from the traditional mold for UTVs and working to build something more economical, greener, better performing, and safer than what currently exists on the market. We are simplifying the process of purchasing a UTV with our one-stop, luxury, all-in-one vehicles that can be used for recreation and performance alike. While current UTVs are mass-produced using metal that is being welded by machines in minutes, Battle Approved UTVs use Chromoly tubing (the same material used by professional racers) and are TIG welded by hand. Chromoly is a chrome-alloy steel, stronger and lighter than mild steel, more commonly used in off-road racing and top of the line bike manufacturing.
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The Vision
In 2023, we plan to launch a new off-road racing series, created in partnership with DASH Radio and its founders, featuring the Race Ready model.
This launch will become a key marketing platform for the progression of Battle Approved Motors and is described as “an extremely exciting new off-road racing class for 16-year-olds and up, which will also help highlight the impact of climate change and in time promote the adoption of electric vehicles moving forward to help preserve the environment.”
Within 4-7 years, we believe that Battle Approved Motors will be the fastest growing off-road brand in North America. With passion and vision behind us, we will continue to grow our income generated from our race-ready models, utilizing the technical minds of our race teams’ engineers.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Founded by Chris James, a former BMX racer, film-maker, and entrepreneur, Battle Approved Motors is an early-stage startup currently in the design for manufacturing, test, and validation phases. After creating and producing the successful extreme sports film series “Mod Kids USA,” available on Prime Video, James went on to work extensively on the Battle Approved Motors concept for the last six years.
The team at BAM is now made up of both successful entrepreneurs and professional racers. Our team is currently 12 members and expected to grow to over 36 people over the next 18 months.
Why Invest
As UTVs continue to grow in popularity, with a market valued at $7 billion , we are providing a solution of the highest quality and caliber. Built with style in mind and made to withstand the harshest conditions worldwide, our UTVs are better for the environment and make it easier for consumers to get their needs met in one place.
Our investors are professional racers, weekend warriors, and performance enthusiasts and now, we want to be able to give the off-road community, our supporters, and future owners, the opportunity to share in our financial goals.
We want Battle Approved Motors to be a company for the people, and families who just love the outdoors, as well as a company where they can be a shareholder, and together exceed our future plans, expectations, and goals.
We hope you will join us in our vision to disrupt the market, change the off-road industry, and revolutionize the UTV experience.
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What's New
Private testing facility and sustainable community
Golfers have country clubs to build their homes. Step out the back door onto the first tee, and play rounds until the sun goes down. BAM has plans to build its own real estate paradise. ‘“Think of it as the future Disney World for Off-Road,” says Ethan Pole - BAM Outdoors Specialist.
R101 (Race Development)
“A sub-4-second sprint to 60 mph”
As development grows, so does our team. Keegan Kincaid is the current Red Bull Crandon World Cup Champion, reigning Champ Off-Road (COR) Pro 2 Champion, and former X-Games athlete. Born and raised in the heartland of Off-Road racing, Crandon, WI. On the R101 race model, Keegan says "It’s simply a sub-4-second sprint to 60 mph".
‘Keegan Kincaid Dominates Crandon Cup’ as seen in Dirt Sports World.
BAM Trailers
The ideal suitcase for your off-road ride
BAM plans to connect truck and future cybertruck owners with our UTVs with 2 models of trailers; The E-lite and Z Series. Three sizes (16’, 24’, and 32’) with three interior packages. Perfect for either work, race, or play.
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E103+
Our flagship Overland model
2 and 4-seater with the power of the R101, plus numerous luxury upgrades. The utility terrain vehicle (UTV) is one of the few markets that have witnessed substantial growth during the pandemic.
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Company | : | Battle Approved Motors Inc |
Corporate Address | : | 2801 E. Camelback Road, Suite 200, Phoenix , AZ 85016 |
Offering Minimum | : | $9,998.56 |
Offering Maximum | : | $2,249,998.00 |
Minimum Investment Amount(per investor) | : | $498.64 |
Offering Type | : | Equity |
Security Name | : | Common Stock |
Minimum Number of Shares Offered | : | 5,434 |
Maximum Number of Shares Offered | : | 1,222,825 |
Price per Share | : | $1.84 |
Pre-Money Valuation | : | $52,854,634.80 |
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Battle Approved Motors’ electric off-road racing series has strengthened its race development team with the appointment of Joe Chapman as Race Supervisor for its inaugural season, starting in 2024.
Chapman, who has worked in the motorsport industry for over 20 years has a nineteen year old daughter Mia, who has racked up more than 120 podiums and seven short-course championships. Joe is also 'all in' for ensuring safe and fair racing – an expertise that he will now bring to BAM.
“I’m really excited to be joining Battle Approved. It’s going to be a completely new championship with an interesting and admirable mission, so I’m pumped to be part of the crew. From my time in off-road racing, I truly believe that I have the knowledge and road map needed on how a series should be run better - and to be part of an electric motorsport championship like this is an extremely exciting opportunity.”
“I can’t wait to see these vehicles on-track, plus having male and female drivers on all teams is another huge jump! I’m even more honored to be associated with a championship striving for gender equality and a level playing field for all.”
Chris James, Founder and CEO of Battle Approved Motors, concludes “As this will be a brand new series, it’s important we have the best people in the right roles. I’m delighted to welcome Joe to the series."
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In this episode of the Battle Approved podcast (Part 1 of 2) Chris James chats with entrepreneur Galiano Tiramani.
Galiano's new company Boxabl has created a building system that's compatible with scalable factory mass production. Their mission is to significantly lower the cost of homeownership for everyone. Boxabl's room module, the Casita, folds up to a shippable dimension, and upon arrival unfolds and sets up to a complete house in just a few hours.
Listen to this episode on Spotify by clicking HERE.
Listen to this episode on Apple podcasts by clicking HERE.
Or listen at BattleApproved.com/podcast/
Battle Approved develops electric vehicle technology for work and performance-based off-road vehicles. Chris James also has a podcast with the same name and speaks with people he feels are 'battle approved' in their line of expertise.
Part 2 will be recorded in video live from Las Vegas.
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Over 60% of Ukrainian small and medium companies are on halt, i.e. zero revenue, unable to pay salaries.
Most people in Ukraine are no longer businessmen and women, bar owners or designers; all are fighting for Ukraine, each on their own frontier.
Subsequent events have deepened our sense of outrage and sadness; as Russia continues its military action in Ukraine; millions have become refugees — families separated, family members and friends killed, innocent civilians uprooted, the future marked by peril and uncertainty.
So how can a small startup like BAM (or any company) help? Step up, that's how!
Our crew banded together and came up with more work for our Ukrainian associates. When people have work and are stable financially, socially and emotionally, they can thrive. For BAM, it's vitally important that these jobs are tied firmly with our mission as an all inclusion company, staying people and skilled focused - creating a multi-cultural team that spreads across multiple countries and continents.
We are truly proud of our efforts to help and we can’t wait to share all these amazing design upgrades in SolidWorks with the r101 and upcoming Stomper.
Making the future work for all
We believe in making the future work for all. And that includes those whose ability to earn has been impacted by war. Finding work and meaningful employment is critical to those who need to regain financial stability and work towards a new life. Sad though it may be, the talent we have found at BAM is second to none.
To make an investment (or re-investment) in a clean-tech company today that cares about tomorrow, please click HERE.
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Scott Keeney better known by his stage name DJ Skee, is an American artist, television host, radio personality, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.
Skee built an empire by consistently identifying the next trends in music and culture first. Best known for introducing the world to artists including Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Post Malone, and Travis Scott.
In 2015, he officially launched Dash Radio which now reaches over 5 million listeners worldwide and has been honored with numerous awards and accolades including Forbes 30 Under 30.
Now as an investor in BAM - we couldn't be happier!
“Getting involved with Battle Approved Motors is a no brainer! I'm into fast cars and I'm DJ'ing at NASCAR races right now. I love that BAM will be holding races on their own land, which I don't think has been done before. It's just incredible to be part of it all."
Looks like future BAM parties just got hotter!
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We're extremely excited to drop Episode 16 of the Battle Approved Podcast.
Our guest is Keegan Kincaid; a professional short-course off-road truck driver. Keegan is the current Red Bull Crandon World Cup Champion, reigning Champ Off-Road (COR) Pro 2 Truck Champion, and a former X-Games athlete. He's now winning championships a few decades later after watching his father race (as a kid) on that famous off-road crowd-watching hill in Wisconsin.
Keegan spent his childhood watching his father, Jeff Kincaid score seven Off-Road Championships. Keegan took up short-course in his early 20s and has raced across the country in multiple series. Today he spends his days building and fabricating Championship winning off road trucks with his dad.
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High tech manufacturing is thriving in Arizona
Electric vehicles are on the rise, so it’s no surprise battery and semiconductor manufacturers are looking for growth opportunities. Finding investors for new land to expand their warehouses and production centers seems to be at the top of their list.
Battle Approved Motors owns over 204 acres of land in Arizona and that may soon double. Gearing up development for our private community, testing facility, and future BAM headquarters is highly anticipated. “This is a unique opportunity. The plan is complex, but neat. There are many moving parts with involvement from people inside and both outside the state than anything else I've been involved in," said Kenny Osborn (Battle Approved)
Some big anchors are also coming to Arizona, including Korean Battery giant LG Energy Solutions which just bought 650 acres of land in Queen Creek, Arizona for its first North American cylindrical-type battery facility starting with a $1.4 billion initial investment. LGES dominates over 20% of the global electric vehicle battery market, supplying Tesla, General Motors and Volkswagen AG among others.
Chip maker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. began building a $12 billion semiconductor manufacturing facility north of Phoenix. TSMC is the world's largest contract chipmaker and key supplier to companies like Apple and Google. Sources with knowledge of the deal have confirmed that the final investment in the facility will be closer to $35 billion.
Intel is also deepening its presence in Arizona. Last September, the company broke ground on two chip manufacturing facilities in Chandler, Arizona with a $20 billion investment.
Sunlit Chemical, the first semiconductor industry supplier to announce plans for a location in north Phoenix to service Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Sunlit bought 17 acres of land. The Sunlit facility will total 900,000 square feet and be developed in two phases with $100 million capital investment. The first phase is planned to be operational by the end of 2023
KORE Power closed on a 214-acre site in Maricopa County, Arizona, that will host battery cell giga-factory for both electric vehicle and energy storage system markets. The expected date for the factory to become operational has been delayed to 2024, but that’s because they’re going to double the size of their 12GWh annual production manufacturing facility from 1 million square feet to 2 million square feet.
Arizona, is fast becoming 'the hot market' in the US for EV and is experiencing robust growth.
We’re so glad we chose the state of Arizona! The Future's so bright. We’ve gotta wear shades! 😎
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