Revenue grew 74.9% YoY to $140.6 million driven by system solutions.
Gross margin fell from 35% to 29.2% due to tariffs and material costs.
Supreme Court invalidated certain tariff measures, creating uncertainty on refund timing.
Revolving credit facility draw increased to $181.8 million.
The Q1 2026 filing reveals a company in a high-stakes race to scale its operations before its liquidity cushion evaporates. On one hand, the massive growth in revenue and the $758 million backlog indicate a powerful product-market fit as the world electrifies. The transition to a consolidated manufacturing facility in Tennessee is intended to optimize production and mitigate supply chain risks, which should eventually support margin recovery. However, the disconnect between Adjusted EBITDA and GAAP net loss highlights the severity of the non-operational headwinds. The company is essentially financing its growth and legal defense through debt, with operating cash flow turning negative due to a massive $69.6 million inventory build. Investors must weigh the impressive top-line trajectory against the reality of shrinking margins and a balance sheet that leaves little room for error regarding the ongoing litigation and warranty claims.