Torc, a developer of self-driving Class 8 trucks, has announced the opening of a new engineering centre in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
The expansion marks a key step in the company’s plan to bring autonomous freight technology to market by 2027.
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The 32,000ft² Ann Arbor site is expected to play a central role in accelerating Torc’s product development and will serve as a hub for a wide range of engineering disciplines, including machine learning, software, hardware, and systems engineering.
The company also plans to hire for roles in product development, safety, and other strategic areas.
Torc has partnered with the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to support the launch of the new office, securing state-backed incentives aimed at boosting high-tech employment in the region.
The facility includes dedicated collaboration spaces and hardware-in-the-loop laboratories.
It will complement Torc’s existing national engineering operations as the company builds towards commercial deployment of self-driving freight solutions.
Jamie Swaim, Chief People Officer at Torc, said: “This strategic location is a natural fit for Torc as we continue to advance our autonomous technology.
“Ann Arbor’s proximity to the Detroit automotive industry and a wealth of high-tech talent, combined with the exceptional concentration of high-calibre universities and colleges, makes it an ideal environment for our growth and productisation strategy.”
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