Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Blacksburg, Virginia
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Since 2005
Torc Robotics is a developer of Level 4 autonomous software and integration systems, primarily for self-driving trucks used in long-haul freight. The company is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, and was founded in 2005. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. Torc is a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, defense, and industrial equipment sectors. In February 2026, Torc and Daimler Truck expanded autonomous truck testing to public roads in Michigan.
Torc Robotics at a glance
Revenue
$250-500M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
2005
Headquarters
Blacksburg, Virginia
Certifications
ISO 9001
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Industrial Equipment
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
21 years in operation (founded 2005).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Torc Robotics is a developer of Level 4 autonomous software and integration systems, primarily for self-driving trucks used in long-haul freight. The company is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, and was founded in 2005. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. Torc is a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, defense, and industrial equipment sectors. In February 2026, Torc and Daimler Truck expanded autonomous truck testing to public roads in Michigan.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2005 |
Headquarters | Blacksburg, Virginia |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $250-500M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Torc Robotics makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers end-to-end self-driving software and integration, with reported product areas including sensors, chassis, brakes, and steering systems.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Sensor, Chassis, Brake, Steering (source: torc.ai).
Certifications
Torc Robotics is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — torc.ai
Known customers
The counterparties below come from public sources that state the relationship directly. A shared counterparty does not by itself establish a current buying relationship unless the source says so:
Latest developments
2026-09-03 — Torc Robotics Named First Commercial Partner for Edge Case’s Guardian - Torc Robotics (torc.ai)
2026-05-26 — Torc Robotics Announces First-Ever Autonomous-Trucking Partnership at Mila to Advance Physical AI - Torc Robotics (torc.ai)
2026-02-24 — Torc Robotics and Daimler Truck Expand Autonomous Truck Testing to Michigan Public Roads (businesswire.com)
2025-12-02 — Daimler Truck and Torc Robotics Select Innoviz Technologies as LiDAR Partner for Series Production of Level 4 Autonomous Trucks - Torc Robotics (torc.ai)
2025-09-04 — Daimler Truck Is Said to Seek Partner for Self-Driving Unit Torc - Bloomberg (bloomberg.com)
2025-06-25 — Torc Robotics (detroitregionalpartnership.com)
Facilities
Torc Robotics is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia. Public sources also reference these locations:
Michigan — businesswire.com
Woerth, Germany — bloomberg.com
Blacksburg, Virginia — torc.ai
Company details
Torc operates as an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG, with Daimler and Daimler Truck identified as reported customers. Torc Robotics was founded in 2005, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 21 years in operation (founded 2005). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Torc Robotics make?
Torc Robotics is a developer of Level 4 autonomous software and integration systems, primarily for self-driving trucks used in long-haul freight. The company is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia, and was founded in 2005. It has an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $250 to $500 million. Torc is a subsidiary of Daimler Truck AG and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, defense, and industrial equipment sectors. In February 2026, Torc and Daimler Truck expanded autonomous truck testing to public roads in Michigan.
Where is Torc Robotics headquartered?
Torc Robotics is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia (405 Partnership Drive Southeast, Blacksburg, Virginia, 24060).
When was Torc Robotics founded?
Torc Robotics was founded in 2005.
How big is Torc Robotics?
Torc Robotics has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $250-500M range (estimated).
What certifications does Torc Robotics hold?
Torc Robotics lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Who are Torc Robotics's customers?
Public sources directly reference Daimler, Daimler Truck as counterparties of Torc Robotics. Confirm current programs with the company, as reported relationships may change.
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