In today’s world of convenience and automation, the food industry is undergoing a massive transformation. Vending machines have evolved from simple snack dispensers into full-blown automated kitchens.

It makes sense, then that the company would partner with an EV company to build out some environmentally friendly ice cream trucks ... they're not for sale to the hoi polloi like you and me.

Nearly four years ago, Jesse Pruchnik got his start selling frozen treats alongside his cousin, the late Jason Leonard who was known as the "Ice Cream Man." Today, Pruchnik is making a name for ...