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Ideanomics to Increase Stake in Italian Electric Motorcycle Maker Energica Motor CompanyNEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Ideanomics (NASDAQ: IDEX) ("Ideanomics" or the "Company"), today announced it has entered into an agreement to launch a voluntary conditional tender offer in concert with the Founders of Energica for shares of Energica Motor Company S.p.A. (Energica), a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance 100% battery-powered electric motorcycles, pursuant to which Ideanomics plans to increase its investment in Energica to approximately 70%. The Energica Founders shall continue to own 29% of Energica. Manufactured in the heart of the Italian Motor Valley in historic Modena, Energica motorcycles are the ultimate expression of Italian exclusivity, performance, and design. With state-of-the-art, race-derived technology, Energica owners experience the kind of thrills evoked by the highest peak and sustained performance of any homologated electric motorcycle available for road use. On the track or on the road, Energica motorcycles embody the evolution of emissions-free excellence. Energica nearly doubled their sales in 2020 and the first half of 2021 has been strong with the firm accepting its largest order to date. This performance is fueling a swift expansion in the European market as well as in Asia, the Middle East and Africa (AMEA). The Energica lineup of high-performance electric motorcycles includes:
"The two-wheeler electric market is poised for significant growth, and we couldn't be more excited about the synergies between Ideanomics and Energica that will allow us to be a prime player in this space," said Shane McMahon, Executive Chairman of Ideanomics. "This vibrant piece we are adding to the mobility business will not only expand our market reach, but also add significant weight to the mechanical expertise and technology innovation in the two-wheeler space." "We are grateful for Energica's continued interest in growing synergistically alongside other brands within the Ideanomics Mobility ecosystem," said Alf Poor, CEO of Ideanomics. "With exceptional management and leadership in place and a full range of innovative zero-emissions products already in market, we believe Energica has the opportunity to benefit strongly from Ideanomics Capital's resources, transforming their growth trajectory and positioning them as a global leader in the electric motorcycle market." The global high performance electric motorcycle market is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 35% from 2019-2024. With its state-of-the-art battery technology development, Energica was chosen by Dorna as a single manufacturer for the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Cup. "We are thrilled to further our relationship with Ideanomics as they continue to expand their global footprint in the EV industry, especially the promising two-wheeler market," said Livia Cevolini, CEO of Energica Motor Company S.p.A. "Ideanomics provides access to a synergistic network of innovative companies addressing global challenges within the zero-emission transportation segment. We look forward to continued growth, innovation and collaboration within the Ideanomics ecosystem." The transaction is subject to regulatory approval, and other customary closing conditions. Further details of this transaction are available in the company's 8-k filing. Advisors For more information and news on other Ideanomics investments, please visit https://ideanomics.com. About Energica Motor Company S.p.A. About Ideanomics Contacts: Ideanomics, Inc. Jeremy Ertl, Skyya PR for Ideanomics
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