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Aside from the unparalleled insight into the trends, policies, technologies, and opportunities shaping the future of the commercial transportation sector, ACT Expo offers attendees an exciting week of commercial vehicle debuts and transportation technology unveilings. Learn about game-changing new partnerships, exclusive product updates, new low- and zero-emission vehicles, and the latest advanced vehicle deployments.
This year promises even more exciting announcements, including:
Monday, May 20
- Daimler Truck North America’s new concept vehicle will make its first public appearance, and David Carson, SVP of sales and marketing, will address the critical need for cross-industry synergy to resolve the layered challenges of ZEV deployment.
- Hexagon Purus and Hino Motors will unveil a completely new and game-changing electric Class 8 truck. Zero emissions, high efficiency, and ready for the road.
- Volvo Trucks North America will present the all-new Volvo VNL among other advanced technologies. Volvo Autonomous Solutions will unveil its purpose-designed, purpose-built, scalable, Class 8 autonomous truck. Volvo Construction Equipment will reveal outcomes from its year-long pilot of the EC230 Electric, North America’s first mid-size fully electric excavator, along with new charging solution partnerships. Volvo Penta will introduce its multipronged emission reduction strategy.
Tuesday, May 21
- Lion Electric will unveil its next groundbreaking 100% electric vehicle, featuring a next-gen battery system set to revolutionize the industry. Don’t miss this heavy-duty, game-changing announcement.
- Accelera by Cummins will unveil its next generation of fuel cell technology. Accelera’s fuel cells are purpose-built for commercial on-highway and stationary power applications, meeting the demanding requirements of commercial vehicles and extended duty cycles. The modular design integrates easily for OEMs and can be paired with a variety of powertrains depending on the application. Get a first-hand look at the latest fuel cell engine and hear more about customer demonstrations.
- Penske Transportation Solutions and ForeFront Power will formally announce a new joint venture focused on helping commercial fleets with charging infrastructure solutions. This new entity will provide critical energy infrastructure advisory consulting and design solutions from conceptualization through construction and implementation. It will leverage the core strengths of both companies, including their deep experiences with feasibility studies, funding, engineering, project design, and management solutions involving construction and equipment sourcing, installation, maintenance, and a robust network of partners and suppliers.
- Kenworth will provide a glimpse into the future of trucking during the public debut of SuperTruck 2. Shown for the first time at ACT Expo, Kenworth’s SuperTruck 2 was developed under the U.S. Department of Energy’s initiative to accelerate innovations in Class 8 truck sustainability.
- Hexagon Agility will unveil a new product, increased capacity, and expanded fleet services as it prepares for a significant inflection point this year. Demand for natural gas trucks is growing. Hexagon Agility, the world’s leading manufacturer of clean fuel systems, is preparing for the new X15N natural gas engine to increase the company’s addressable market threefold.
- Mack Trucks executives and product experts will provide updates on the Class 8 Mack LR Electric refuse vehicle and the Mack MD Electric, which can be configured into a Class 6 or 7 vehicle. Mack will offer insights into its customer-focused approach to help encourage the adoption of zero-emissions vehicles.
- Hyundai will demonstrate its unwavering commitment to a cleaner tomorrow, proven with its visionary partnership and business collaborations, shaping the landscape of a hydrogen-powered society.Commercial Vehicle
Wednesday, May 22
- Zeem Solutions will unveil its first East Coast charging depot at a renowned, busy port, aiming to electrify drayage operations and launch a major industry-wide initiative to accelerate supply chain decarbonization at every top U.S. port gateway.
- WattEV will announce a significant electric truck order, as well as detail its advancements in public truck charging station deployments and bringing MCS infrastructure to market.
- REE Automotive will reveal a partnership with a leading fleet and a bespoke upfitter, featuring a new P7-C configuration. Learn how REE is creating the world’s first fully software-driven, by-wire vehicle that fleets want to drive.
- Gain insight into the North American market entry plans for ZM Trucks, purpose-built zero-emission, urban-environment work trucks that offer fleets proven performance from a global OEM.
For more information, visit www.actexpo.com.
