This article was published in the August 2017 edition of NTEA News.
Preview the latest chassis options from 10 industry-leading OEMs at NTEA’s Truck Product Conference, scheduled Sept. 26–28, 2017 at a new location — Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel in Novi, Michigan.
This annual event gives work truck industry professionals the opportunity to explore product upgrades and launches and identify the adjustments necessary to accommodate OEM changes in the upfitting process. Engineers and product specialists from the participating chassis manufacturers will be available to field technical inquiries and discuss custom vehicle integration solutions.
Attendees can:
- Browse new model year commercial vehicles
- Get an OEM perspective on chassis conversion issues
- Build strategies to streamline process modifications
- Access body builder resources
- Strengthen relationships with industry professionals
Participating chassis manufacturers
- Ford Commercial Vehicles
- Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation
- Freightliner Trucks
- General Motors Fleet
- Hino Trucks
- International Truck
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc.
- Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America Inc.
- Toyota Motor North America Inc.
- Ram Commercial
Special displays
This year’s event features displays Sept. 26 and 27 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
IHS Markit will showcase its statistical and lead generation capabilities, with representatives on hand to provide data samples and discuss customization options.
Attendees can also stop by a display from VRSim (vrsim.com), which creates virtual reality, interactive simulations for training in manufacturing and construction industries. Software integrates game-inspired design together with virtual reality and interactive simulation technology to deliver cost-efficient, safe and effective training to skilled trades.
Registration info
Register for the Truck Product Conference on or before Friday, Sept. 8, 2017 to receive advance pricing ($149 NTEA member/$249 nonmember). After this date, registration shifts to $179 for members and $279 for nonmembers. Visit ntea.com/truckproductconference or call 800-441-6832 to learn more.
Hotel pricing
Book your room by 5 p.m. EDT on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017 to receive a special NTEA discounted rate of $149. Visit ntea.com/truckproductconference to access online hotel reservations, or call Sheraton Detroit Novi Hotel at 866-837-4180. If booking by phone, reference Truck Product Conference to receive the special pricing.