HVIA is excited to reveal the first draft of the program for the much-anticipated TruckShowX 2026 to be held on May 18-19, 2026 at the Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley. Early bird tickets are now on sale here.
As previously announced, the 2026 event will centre around the theme ‘Driving the Future’ and build on the key trends emerging from the recent 2025 Brisbane Truck Show, especially the potential for technology and innovation to boost productivity, efficiency and safety outcomes.
“Building on the incredible success of its first iteration in 2024, TruckShowX will again provide attendees with the opportunity to ‘deep dive’ into the game changers of the heavy vehicle industry,” HVIA’s Chief Technical Officer, Adam Ritzinger, says.
“That’s why the theme for the 2026 event is ‘Driving the Future’ – it will present solutions that work, results that matter and progress that lasts.”
Staged over two days, HVIA’s National Events Manager, Kay Marco, says attendees will have the chance to learn from the industry’s prime movers about how businesses are transforming through innovation and technology,
“You’ll hear about the partnerships, projects and real-world case studies focusing on transport productivity, efficiency and safety, held alongside drive-day opportunities, a technology and capability expo, and a lively social program – all centrally-located in the postcard-perfect Rydges Resort, in the New South Wales Hunter Valley,” she says.
Payback Lane
This session will demonstrate instances where technology has been implemented in local fleets to deliver meaningful and impactful returns on investment. Learn how industry leaders are driving their dollars further.
Streamlined Miles
This session will cover initiatives to improve the efficiency of trucking operations, covering new equipment, processes and ways of delivering more for less.
Safety Singularity
This session will unpack the next-generation of safety technologies that are directly addressing emerging safety issues impacting trucking, including braking, rollover, driver monitoring and more.
TruckGPT
This session will explore the emerging uses of Artificial Intelligence in the trucking and transport sector, and how early adopters are getting ahead of the curve.
Fuel Speed Ahead
This session will unpack future fuels and refuelling operations, covering multi-fuel service stations, the future of Low Carbon Liquid Fuels (LCLFs) in Australia, as well as hydrogen combustion technology.
Taking Charge
This session will present and explore the latest in shared and public use truck charging facilities and charging hardware, informing you on what’s here, what’s coming and when.
Born H2 Run
This session will showcase the latest developments in hydrogen fuel cell trucks, including local deployments from leading brands in major Australian fleets.
Emission Impossible?
This session will explore how the industry’s leaders are using battery electric trucks and pioneering powered trailers to drive down emissions.
Crtl + Alt + Decarbonise
This session will tackle the challenges of emissions reporting and present solutions for fleet operators of all types and sizes.
High Yield Haulage
This session will cover productivity initiatives and unpack how local operators are using innovation and technology to respond to external pressures.
Expo, Truck & Trailer Display + Drive Day Program
As in 2024, TruckShowX 2026 will also include a technology and capability expo as well as a drive-day program. See here for details on the opportunities available, including pricing.
Further announcements regarding ticket and accommodation sales, confirmed sponsors, speakers and exhibitors will follow in the coming months. HVIA encourages interested persons to subscribe to the weekly HVIA newsletter Talk the Torque for further updates and announcements. Please direct all enquiries regarding the conference to info@truckshowx.com.au.