Torc Robotics
Torc Robotics, founded in 2005 and based in Blacksburg, Virginia, specializes in developing self-driving trucks for long-haul applications, aiming to commercialize by 2027 in partnership with Daimler Trucks.
History
Torc Robotics was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Blacksburg, Virginia. Over the years, the company has focused on developing and commercializing self-driving technology for long-haul truck applications. Torc Robotics has expanded its operations internationally, maintaining test facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and engineering offices in Austin, Texas; Stuttgart, Germany; and Montreal, Canada.
Self-Driving Truck Technology
Torc Robotics specializes in the development and commercialization of autonomous trucks for long-haul applications. Utilizing proprietary machine learning and AI technologies, the company focuses on processing on-the-road data to enhance safety and efficiency. Their hub-to-hub autonomous truck product aims to revolutionize the freight industry by introducing self-driving capabilities.
Partnership with Daimler Trucks
Torc Robotics has partnered with Daimler Trucks to further develop their autonomous truck technology. This collaboration leverages Daimler Trucks' extensive experience in trucking innovation, spanning over 100 years. The partnership is a strategic move towards the goal of bringing autonomous trucking technology to market by 2027.
Facilities and Locations
Torc Robotics operates multiple facilities to support the development and testing of its autonomous truck technology. In addition to its headquarters in Blacksburg, Virginia, the company has test facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and engineering offices in Austin, Texas; Stuttgart, Germany; and Montreal, Canada.
Awards and Recognition
In 2024, Torc Robotics received the Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award. This accolade acknowledges the company's advancements and achievements in AI technologies, specifically within the realm of autonomous trucking.