Beam Global (NASDAQ:BEEM) shares are trading higher by 15.6% to $5.05 during Tuesday's session after the company announced a year-over-year increase in second-quarter new orders.

Beam Global reported a record $10.6 million in second-quarter new orders, a 128% increase year-over-year. The company says it expanded its government contracts with multiple U.S. states and 15 local government entities and saw a 66% growth in its commercial business.

The company also shipped its first EV ARC systems to Europe. Over half of Q2 EV ARC orders were from new customers. CEO Desmond Wheatley also highlighted the company's achievements, including revenue growth, international patents and a strong financial position with no debt. He expressed optimism about long-term growth and upcoming new products.

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According to data from Benzinga Pro, BEEM has a 52-week high of $12.57 and a 52-week low of $4.30.