Supported by a US$2.5m Michigan Business Development Program performance-based grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund, the facility will employ 300 people and become a regional hub for Via's vehicle design and testing.

"Our goal is to provide the best electric work trucks for fleets everywhere, and this facility is critical to achieving that goal," said Bob Purcell, CEO of Via Motors. 

Via Motors offers a full portfolio of electric work trucks from classes 2-5 with a variety of configurations. It provides tailored electric solutions for fleets including box trucks, cutaways, stake trucks and walk-in vans.