Work Truck Week - NTEA - The Association for the Work Truck Industry 2027
Event Date
March 9–12, 2027
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Expected Exhibitors
500
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryWork Truck Week is North America's largest commercial vehicle industry event, produced annually by NTEA – The Work Truck Association. Held each March in Indianapolis, it is billed as More Than a Trade Show®, encompassing The Work Truck Show®, the new Future Truck Summit, the NTEA Annual Meeting, an educational program, the Work Truck Week Ride & Drive and more. For 2027, the event returns to the Indiana Convention Center from March 9–12.
The show draws a broad cross-section of the commercial vehicle ecosystem. It brings together chassis OEMs, fleet managers, upfitters, equipment manufacturers, distributors, truck dealers, engineers and product leaders who come to see the latest vehicle and equipment innovations, share expertise and forge partnerships.
Attendees can expect 500+ exhibitors showcasing new commercial vehicles, truck equipment and connected vehicle technologies, along with exclusive chassis OEM updates on integration guidance and design changes, dedicated sessions on total cost of ownership and spec optimization, and extensive industry networking. For more than 25 years the event has served as the commercial vehicle industry's definitive launchpad for new products and forward-looking planning, making it a cornerstone gathering for anyone who designs, builds, uses or maintains work trucks.
Show Highlights
Work Truck Week 2027 spans several signature components across four days:
- Future Truck Summit (March 9): A new full-day conference launched by NTEA in collaboration with NAFA Fleet Management Association, replacing the long-running Green Truck Summit. It moves beyond sustainability to address the software, hardware and advanced vehicle technologies shaping the next generation of commercial fleets.
- The Work Truck Show exhibit hall (March 10–12): 500+ exhibitors displaying new commercial vehicles, truck equipment and connected vehicle technologies.
- Educational program (March 9–11): Sessions covering OEM integration guidance, upfitting solutions, and vehicle design and spec optimization to improve safety, performance and total cost of ownership.
- Work Truck Week Ride & Drive (March 10–11): Hands-on opportunities to experience vehicles firsthand.
- NTEA Annual Meeting and extensive networking with suppliers, customers and industry peers.
Official event hashtags include #WorkTruckWeek, #WTW27 and #FutureTruckSummit.
Attendance
Work Truck Week 2026 drew a verified 15,646 commercial vehicle industry professionals from 29 countries and all 50 U.S. states. The audience spans chassis OEMs, fleet managers, upfitters, equipment manufacturers, distributors, truck dealers, engineers and product leaders across the commercial vehicle ecosystem.
Registration
Registration and housing for Work Truck Week 2027 open in the fall ahead of the event. Prospective attendees can sign up on the official website to be notified when registration opens.
- NTEA members receive discounted registration fees. Companies that are not NTEA members can join to access member pricing.
- Sign up for event updates at worktruckweek.com to receive registration and housing notifications.
History
Work Truck Week is produced annually by NTEA – The Work Truck Association, which was established in 1964 and represents more than 2,100 companies that manufacture, distribute, install, sell and repair commercial vehicles, truck bodies, truck equipment, trailers and accessories. For more than 25 years, the event has evolved from a traditional trade show into a dynamic, industry-wide experience and a cornerstone gathering for the commercial vehicle industry. A notable milestone for the 2027 edition is the debut of the Future Truck Summit, developed in collaboration with NAFA Fleet Management Association, which replaces the long-running Green Truck Summit.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 6, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Work Truck Week 2027?
Work Truck Week 2027 takes place March 9–12, 2027, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Who should attend Work Truck Week?
The event is designed for the commercial vehicle industry, including chassis OEMs, fleet managers, upfitters, equipment manufacturers, distributors, truck dealers, engineers and product leaders. Attendees come to see new products, share expertise and build partnerships.
How do I register for Work Truck Week 2027?
Registration and housing open in the fall ahead of the event. You can sign up on worktruckweek.com to be notified when registration opens, and NTEA members receive discounted registration fees.
What is the Future Truck Summit?
New for 2027, the Future Truck Summit is a full-day conference on March 9 launched by NTEA in collaboration with NAFA Fleet Management Association. Replacing the former Green Truck Summit, it focuses on the software, hardware and advanced vehicle technologies shaping the next generation of commercial fleets.
How many exhibitors and attendees does Work Truck Week have?
Work Truck Week features 500+ exhibitors showcasing commercial vehicles, equipment and connected technologies. The 2026 edition drew a verified 15,646 industry professionals from 29 countries and all 50 U.S. states.
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