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Freightliner Leaves Portland | Seattle News
Portland’s iconic Freightliner truck factory is shutting down this October after 84 years, ending production on Swan Island and laying off 375 workers as Daimler moves manufacturing to its East Coast plants. Though the plant’s electric truck conversion didn’t take off, Daimler insists this is a strategic network shift—not a rejection of Portland. The company will keep its North American HQ and engineering hub in town, offering severance and relocation options to affected employees, while reaffirming its long-term commitment to Oregon’s workforce and economy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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