Work Truck Week 2025 brought together 16,413 industry professionals from 31 countries and all 50 U.S. states for the largest commercial vehicle industry event of the year. With a sold-out exhibit hall, dozens of product launches, and hands-on experiences like Ride & Drive, the event showcased the latest advancements in trucks, equipment, and technology. Educational sessions, networking receptions, and new industry data exchanges made it a must-attend event for anyone in the work truck sector.
The commercial vehicle industry’s biggest event drew over 16,000 professionals to Indianapolis.
Work Truck Week 2025 lived up to its reputation as the ultimate industry reunion, bringing together 16,413 industry professionals from 31 countries and all 50 U.S. states at the Indiana Convention Center from March 4–7. Organized by NTEA – The Work Truck Association™, this year’s event was the largest yet, showcasing the latest vehicles, technology, and trends driving the future of the work truck sector.
Breaking Records with Unmatched Industry Engagement
Work Truck Week 2025 once again set a new attendance record, making it the third consecutive year of growth for the industry’s largest event. With 549 companies filling the sold-out exhibit hall and New Exhibitor Pavilion, attendees explored a vast range of commercial vehicles, equipment, and cutting-edge technology designed to enhance efficiency and performance.
“The commercial vehicle industry certainly showed up in Indianapolis this year,” said Steve Carey, NTEA president & CEO. “With new products on every aisle, impressive engagement in educational sessions, and lively networking events, we couldn’t have asked for a better week. People were excited to be there and are already looking forward to next year.”
Technology and Innovation Take Center Stage
The event kicked off with Green Truck Summit on March 4, offering a full-day immersion into advanced commercial vehicle technology. As the industry faces evolving regulations, Jennifer Brace, chief futurist for Ford Motor Company, delivered a keynote address, helping attendees prepare their operations for the future. 715 participants attended sessions throughout the day, gaining insights into sustainability, fuel efficiency, and emerging tech.
The popular Ride & Drive event on March 5–6 gave attendees the opportunity to test drive or ride in 20 vehicles spanning Classes 2–8. The lineup included all-electric vans, trucks, and chassis, along with internal combustion vehicles featuring fuel-efficient advancements designed to reduce emissions.
Product Launches and Industry Highlights
Work Truck Week is known for unveiling the industry’s latest innovations, and this year was no exception. Dozens of companies launched new products, announced partnerships, and showcased technology advancements throughout the week.
For those seeking in-depth insights, the Commercial Vehicle Data Exchange & Reception debuted on March 6, giving industry professionals a platform to explore and expand the commercial vehicle data ecosystem. This was part of an extensive educational program covering:
- Industry trends and regulations
- Fleet management strategies
- Vehicle engineering and compliance
- Sustainability solutions
- Exclusive updates from 15 chassis OEMs
Attendees who purchased the Green Truck Summit or Work Truck Week Conference Package can access on-demand educational content through April 14 by logging into their WTW25 Planner.
Networking and Industry Connections
In true reunion fashion, Work Truck Week offered plenty of networking opportunities. Attendees caught up with colleagues and made new connections at events like:
- Opening Reception
- Generation Next Leadership Workshop & Networking Reception
- Commercial Vehicle Data Exchange & Reception
- NTEA Annual Meeting, featuring keynote speaker Mike “Coach K” Krzyzewski, legendary head basketball coach for Duke University.
Looking Ahead: Work Truck Week 2026
Next year’s Work Truck Week will return to the Indiana Convention Center from March 10–13, 2026. Registration opens in the fall, and attendees can sign up for email updates at worktruckweek.com/wtw26signup.
Stay connected on social media with hashtags:
#wtw25 #worktrucks25 #greentrucks25 #worktruckweek
About NTEA
Established in 1964, NTEA – The Work Truck Association™ represents over 2,100 companies involved in the manufacturing, distribution, installation, and repair of commercial vehicles, truck bodies, equipment, and accessories. The association offers in-depth technical information, educational programs, and produces industry-leading events, including Work Truck Week, Green Truck Summit, Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, and Executive Leadership Summit.
For more information, visit ntea.com.
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