Fleet Smarter: Work Truck Week 2026 Brings Advanced Vehicle Training and Industry Insights to Indianapolis

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI — Work Truck Week® 2026, North America’s largest work truck event, returns to the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 10–13, 2026, combining the industry’s biggest trade show with three days of hands-on training, education, and technology updates.

The event, produced by NTEA – The Work Truck Association®, includes The Work Truck Show®, Green Truck Summit, Ride & Drive, and the NTEA Annual Meeting featuring keynote speakers. The Green Truck Summit runs March 10, educational sessions are March 10–12, and exhibits are open March 11–13. Registration is now available at worktruckweek.com.

Education for Every Experience Level

Work Truck Week’s 2026 education program provides tools to help contractors, upfitters, and fleet managers strengthen operations and prepare for new technologies. Eight tracks cover Advanced Fuels & Vehicle Technology, Chassis Updates, Dealership Training, Fleet Management, Government Regulations & Advocacy, Market Data & Trends, Vehicle Design & Certification, and Workforce Development.

“Whether you’re a fleet operator, transportation manager, truck dealer, upfitter, or distributor, Work Truck Week can help you grow professionally, stay on top of industry trends, and improve your operation,” said Jennifer Mitchell, NTEA senior director of content development. “In an industry that is constantly evolving, the Work Truck Week educational program offers an unmatched opportunity to learn from the best and brightest about the topics that matter to your success.”

Special Sessions Offer Deep Dives into Key Skills

Work Truck Week’s Special Sessions provide intensive learning experiences that require separate registration.

Two sessions on March 11 focus on communication and leadership skills, led by Jon Colby of Jon Colby Speaks LLC.

• Workforce Development: Improve Your Communications to Improve Your Business (1 p.m.) helps attendees assess and enhance their communication style.

• Enhancing Your Communication and Leadership Skills Through Improv: Generation Next Leadership Workshop & Networking Reception (3 p.m.) uses an interactive, low-pressure format to build confidence and leadership capability.

On March 12, strategists from One Nexus present Driving Commercial Dealer Sales Through Planning for Strategic Growth, offering practical guidance for identifying growth opportunities and aligning product offerings with fleet needs.

Fleet management training remains a major draw. The all-day Getting Started with Fleet Management workshop returns on March 11 as a foundation for building and maintaining an effective fleet program. For experienced managers, Advanced Principles of Fleet Management on March 12 delivers strategies to strengthen operations and decision-making. Both are led by RTA Fleet instructors.

Breakout Sessions Tackle Emerging Technology and Compliance

Most Breakout Sessions last 75 minutes and are available to all Work Truck Week and Green Truck Summit Conference Package registrants. Topics include:

• Implications for ADAS Adoption in Multi-Stage Commercial Vehicles

• The Future of Hybrid Powertrain Applications

• State of Emissions Regulations and Impact on Multi-Stage Vehicles

• Leveraging Total Cost of Ownership for Smarter Vehicle Acquisition

• Vehicle Certification and Compliance in the Order Process

• The Work Truck Industry Professional’s Guide to AI Applications

Additional sessions cover powertrain optimization, upfitting for gaseous fuels, and a comprehensive Work Truck Industry Economic Report & Forecast.

Exclusive OEM Chassis Updates

A dozen leading commercial vehicle manufacturers will deliver exclusive Chassis Updates, sharing specifications, installation guidance, and insight into future technology plans.

Presenters include:

Daimler Truck North America, Ford Pro, Freightliner Custom Chassis, GM Envolve, Hino Trucks, International, Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Kenworth, Mack Trucks, Mercedes-Benz USA, Peterbilt, and Ram Professional.

Earn Continuing Education Credit

Work Truck Week educational sessions qualify for continuing education units (CEUs) through NTEA’s accreditation by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

For full program schedules, session details, and speaker bios, visit worktruckweek.com/education or contact NTEA at [email protected].