2026 Trends

2026 Trends highlights how work truck spec’ing is changing — from higher electrical demand and heavier bodies to longer lead times and earlier ordering decisions. This section breaks down what fleets must adjust now to avoid outdated builds, costly re-specs, and preventable downtime in the next buying cycle.

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Work Truck Week 2026 Chassis Updates Buyers Can’t Ignore

Work Truck Week 2026 Chassis Updates Buyers Can’t Ignore

Why the chassis changes discussed in Indy will quietly shape payload, uptime, and long-term cost across 2026 specs

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen
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How to Spec a Work Truck in 2026 (The 5 Specs Fleets Should Hand Their Upfitter)

How to Spec a Work Truck in 2026 (The 5 Specs Fleets Should Hand Their Upfitter)

A field-tested guide to ordering work trucks that don’t break budgets, frames, or trust

Leyhan Hansen
Leyhan Hansen