FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media contact:
Jan Thomas
Marketing Communications Manager
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (July 8, 2025) — Leading chassis manufacturers will gather Oct. 14–15, 2025, at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (Sandusky, Ohio) to share the latest chassis and technical updates at NTEA’s Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit.
“NTEA is pleased to once again host Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, where upfitters can connect with OEM technical experts on the latest product offerings and specifications, as well as attend industry education sessions to broaden their knowledge,” said Kevin Koester, NTEA managing director. “Bringing together these industry professionals to share knowledge and forge connections paves the way for these businesses to continue to collaborate, innovate and get their work done.”
This annual event provides an important opportunity for the technical community to preview commercial vehicle updates and engage with OEM engineers on critical upfitting issues. Industry professionals can learn about important changes to powertrains, electrical systems, chassis structures and other vehicle systems. Having the ability to speak directly with chassis OEM engineers and product specialists translates to practical support for upfitters.
In addition to discovering the latest vehicle modifications, attendees can network with other commercial vehicle professionals, attend industry education sessions and check out industry resource displays.
Participating chassis manufacturers
- Daimler Truck North America
- Ford Pro
- GM Envolve
- Hino Trucks (combined with Toyota Motors North America)
- Isuzu Commercial Truck of America
- RAM Professional
- Toyota Motors North America (combined with Hino Trucks)
Industry education sessions
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing and the Commercial Upfitting Market
- Ask the Experts: Q&A with NTEA Technical Services
- Hybrid Integration and Drive Axle Solutions for Commercial Vehicles
- Lightweighting Strategies for Commercial Vehicle Upfitters
- Next-Gen Hydraulics: Quieter, More Efficient Solutions for Upfitters
- Optimizing PTO Selection for Modern Vocational Trucks
Industry resource displays
- Lincoln Electric
- S&P Global Mobility
- TruckScience
- WorkTruckCert
Pricing and registration
Register for Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit by Sept. 9, 2025, to receive advance pricing ($229 NTEA member/$329 nonmember). After this date, rates increase to $279 member/$379 nonmember. Learn more at ntea.com/upfittingsummit.
ABOUT NTEA
Established in 1964, NTEA – The Work Truck Association, a 501(c)(6) organization, represents more than 2,100 companies that manufacture, distribute, install, sell and repair commercial vehicles, truck bodies, truck equipment, trailers and accessories. Buyers of work trucks and the major commercial truck chassis manufacturers also belong to NTEA. The Association provides in-depth technical information, education, and member programs and services, and produces Work Truck Week®, Green Truck Summit, Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit and Executive Leadership Summit. The Association maintains its administrative headquarters in suburban Detroit and government relations offices in Washington, DC, and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
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