Daimler Truck to invest $285 million in Detroit Diesel plant expansion

16 December 2024

Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has announced a $285 million investment in its Detroit Manufacturing Plant in Redford Township near Detroit. The plant is part of Detroit Diesel Corporation, a DTNA subsidiary.

The planned project includes reinvestment in the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) platform, continuing to support existing technologies, and enhancement of research and development (R&D) facilities. Construction is expected to begin in early 2025, contingent on the completion of planning and approval processes.

The investment is made in partnership with the local community, Michigan Legislature, and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) as part of state’s Critical Industry Program. More than 400 new jobs are expected to be created at the Detroit Diesel site, in addition to the over 2,000 existing jobs at the facility.

The MEDC has incentivized the project with a $27.7 million performance-based Critical Industries Program grant, supporting job creation and economic growth in Michigan. DTNA also received Michigan Strategic Fund support for a State Essential Services Assessment abatement with an estimated value of up to $3.29 million.

The Detroit Manufacturing Plant, in operation since 1938, produces engines, transmissions, and axles for the Freightliner, Western Star and Thomas Built Buses vehicle platforms.

Source: Daimler Truck North America