Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Foster City, Michigan
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Since 2007
Motiv Electric Trucks is a United States manufacturer of battery-electric commercial vehicles, headquartered in Foster City, Michigan. Founded in 2007, the company is in the $10-50M estimated revenue band and employs roughly 200-500 people. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, industrial equipment, and consumer goods sectors. In late 2025, its merger with Workhorse Group, Inc. was completed, and the combined company is positioned as a North American medium-duty electric truck manufacturer.
Motiv Electric Trucks at a glance
Revenue
$10-50M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
2007
Headquarters
Foster City, Michigan
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Overview
Motiv Electric Trucks is a United States manufacturer of battery-electric commercial vehicles, headquartered in Foster City, Michigan. Founded in 2007, the company is in the $10-50M estimated revenue band and employs roughly 200-500 people. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, industrial equipment, and consumer goods sectors. In late 2025, its merger with Workhorse Group, Inc. was completed, and the combined company is positioned as a North American medium-duty electric truck manufacturer.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2007 |
Headquarters | Foster City, Michigan |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $10-50M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
What Motiv Electric Trucks makes
Its listed capabilities include battery systems, vehicle assembly, chassis, and seating, and it has facilities in Detroit, Michigan, and Union City, Indiana.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Battery, Assembly, Chassis, Seating (source: workhorse.com).
Latest developments
2026-03-31 — Workhorse Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results :: Workhorse Group, Inc. (WKHS) (workhorse.com)
2025-12-15 — Workhorse Group and Motiv Electric Trucks Complete Merger, Creating a Leading North American Medium-Duty Electric Truck OEM :: Workhorse Group, Inc. (WKHS) (workhorse.com)
2025-11-25 — Workhorse Shareholders Approve Merger with Motiv Electric Trucks :: Workhorse Group, Inc. (WKHS) (workhorse.com)
2025-11-10 — Workhorse Group Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results :: Workhorse Group, Inc. (WKHS) (workhorse.com)
2025-11-05 — Public Sector Fleets Can Now Purchase Motiv Electric Trucks via National Auto Fleet Group - Motiv Electric Trucks (motivtrucks.com)
2025-05-15 — California FedEx contractor orders five Motiv Electric Trucks - Motiv Electric Trucks (motivtrucks.com)
Facilities
Motiv Electric Trucks is headquartered in Foster City, Michigan. Public sources also reference these locations:
Detroit, Michigan — motivtrucks.com
Union City, Indiana — workhorse.com
Company details
The company is privately held, and no reported customer list is available in the record. Motiv Electric Trucks was founded in 2007, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Foster City, Michigan.
Frequently asked questions
What does Motiv Electric Trucks make?
Motiv Electric Trucks is a United States manufacturer of battery-electric commercial vehicles, headquartered in Foster City, Michigan. Founded in 2007, the company is in the $10-50M estimated revenue band and employs roughly 200-500 people. It is privately held and serves the automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, industrial equipment, and consumer goods sectors. In late 2025, its merger with Workhorse Group, Inc. was completed, and the combined company is positioned as a North American medium-duty electric truck manufacturer.
Where is Motiv Electric Trucks headquartered?
Motiv Electric Trucks is headquartered in Foster City, Michigan.
When was Motiv Electric Trucks founded?
Motiv Electric Trucks was founded in 2007.
How big is Motiv Electric Trucks?
Motiv Electric Trucks has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $10-50M range (estimated).
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