Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) announced last week the production of its 850,000th truck at its Cleveland, N.C. manufacturing plant, marking a major milestone in the company’s U.S. manufacturing legacy.
The milestone vehicle, a Western Star 47X, was delivered to Alamo Group, a long-standing DTNA customer. The truck will be provided to Alamo Group’s Snow & Ice Team, a leading North American manufacturer of heavy-duty snow and ice removal equipment, which delivers a full suite of solutions designed for municipal, highway, and airport winter maintenance operations. From turnkey plow trucks and multilane snow removal systems to advanced airport de-icing equipment, they equip snow fighters with the tools they need to keep roads and runways safe and operational.
Alamo Group, headquartered in Seguin, Texas, is a global leader in industrial and vegetation management equipment, with over 40 brands, more than 3,750 employees, and $1.69 billion in annual revenue.
“Alamo Group has been a valued partner for many years, and we’re proud to support their mission with our most advanced vocational trucks,” says David Carson, senior vice president of Sales and Marketing at DTNA. “The Western Star 47X is purpose-built for demanding applications like snow and ice management, and it’s always exciting to see these trucks out in the field — doing the tough jobs they were truly made for.”
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As one of the largest manufacturing employers in Rowan County, the plant actively supports local initiatives, including disaster relief, veteran support through the Ride of Pride program, and school and holiday donation drives.
Western Star is DTNA’s fastest-growing brand, known for its rugged, reliable vocational trucks designed for the most demanding applications. The 47X, powered by a Detroit DD13 engine, is engineered for durability, safety, and performance in extreme conditions, making it the perfect fit for snow and ice removal, the company says.
DTNA’s relationship with Alamo Group has steadily evolved over the past decade — from individual division-level partnerships to a consolidated national account that has grown significantly in both scope and scale. In recent years, Alamo Group has emerged as one of Western Star’s leading vocational customers.
“We’re honored to receive this milestone truck and continue our strong relationship with DTNA,” says Jean Philippe Bourque, group vice president of Alamo Group’s Snow and Ice Division. “The Western Star 47X is a critical part of our portfolio, and our customers value the reliability, performance, and support that comes with it.”
Established in 1989, DTNA’s Cleveland Truck Manufacturing Plant is the company’s largest heavy-duty truck plant in the U.S., spanning 1.2 million sq.-ft., on 178 acres. The facility employs approximately 2,000 people and assembles the Fifth Generation Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 47X and 49X.
As one out of nine North American manufacturing plants, DTNA says the Cleveland plant is known for its flexible, complex manufacturing capabilities, integrating cutting-edge robotics and advanced lean manufacturing techniques.
“Reaching 850,000 trucks is a testament to the dedication of our Cleveland team and the strength of our manufacturing processes,” says Jeff Allen, senior vice president of operations and specialty vehicles at DTNA. “This plant is not only a cornerstone of our production network — it’s a vital part of the Rowan County community here in the Carolinas.”
