Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA) has announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in the United States to support customer demand and enhance production capabilities across North America.
The greenfield, purpose-built facility is intended to expand DTNA’s capacity for both vocational and on-highway vehicle production. The plant will feature advanced production technologies and flexible manufacturing systems to accommodate various vehicle configurations and changing market demands.
"This investment reflects our confidence in the future of commercial transportation and the strength of the North American market," said John O’Leary, president and CEO of DTNA. "We are building for the future by creating a manufacturing network that is more flexible, resilient and aligned with our customers' evolving needs."
DTNA is currently evaluating multiple locations for the facility. Selection criteria include access to a stable supply chain, a skilled workforce, transportation infrastructure and a favorable business environment. Following the final site selection, construction is slated to begin in late 2026. The company targets the start of operations for 2029.
The facility is projected to create thousands of jobs over time and contribute to the local economy through partnerships with suppliers and educational institutions.
"This new manufacturing facility supports our long-term growth plans for North America," said Karin Rådström, president and CEO of Daimler Truck. "It strengthens our ability to serve customers by responding faster and more flexibly to their evolving needs while unlocking our full potential through growth, scale and efficiency in line with our global strategy."
DTNA currently operates a manufacturing network across the Carolinas, with plants in Cleveland, Gastonia, Mount Holly and High Point, North Carolina, as well as Gaffney, South Carolina. The company's headquarters and engineering hub remain in Portland, Oregon.
DTNA manufactures medium- and heavy-duty trucks, school buses and vehicle chassis under the Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp and Detroit brands.
