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OEM Engineers to Join 2025 Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit

Upfitters will connect with OEM engineers and explore technical solutions at the 2025 NTEA Upfitting Summit in October.

OEM Engineers to Join 2025 Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit

The 2025 Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit, organized by NTEA, will take place October 14–15 at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Sandusky, Ohio.

The event will feature engineers and specialists from leading chassis manufacturers who will present the latest technical changes in vehicle systems. Attendees will gain insight into design considerations, component integration, and emerging technologies impacting the upfitting market.

“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.” 

Attendees can expect sessions focused on vehicle electrification, hydraulics, lightweighting strategies and ADAS testing. These topics are particularly relevant for companies working with lifting equipment, vocational vehicles and advanced power systems.

Participating chassis OEMs:

  • 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

Technical session highlights:

  • Next-gen hydraulics
  • Hybrid integration
  • Optimized PTO selection
  • ADAS and safety

Featured resource providers:

  • Lincoln Electric
  • TruckScience
  • WorkTruckCert
  • S&P Global Mobility

Advance registration is available through September 9, with a rate of $229 for members and $329 for nonmembers. After that, prices increase. Visit ntea.com/upfittingsummit for more details.

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