The 2025 ACT Expo wrapped up after four dynamic days at the Anaheim Convention Centre in California. It attracted more than 11,500 attendees, including more than 2,200 registered fleets, nearly 500 exhibitors and sponsors, and 288 speakers.
Held April 28-May 1, this year’s show spotlighted the latest vehicle launches, charging infrastructure, and strategic roadmaps shaping the future of fleet sustainability.
It focused on real-world solutions for promoting the adoption of zero-emission vehicles, renewable fuels, connected and automated technologies, and fleet efficiency.
Our team at TruckNews.com was on site covering key announcements, vehicle debuts, and executive insights.
Hyundai Motor Company unveiled the Xcient fuel-cell-electric Class 8 heavy-duty truck designed for the North American market, and Kenworth expanded its powertrain offerings with the launch of two next-generation battery-electric chassis — the T680E and the industry’s first purpose-built vocational Class 8 BEV, the T880E. Peterbilt announced it will be offering an electric version of its Model 567 vocational truck.
International sat down with us to talk about its eRH electric regional haul truck and how it fits into Traton’s broader move toward modular hardware, software-defined architectures, and future autonomous capabilities. Volvo celebrated its EV milestone during the show, and Tesla shared its plans for full-scale production of its Semi next year.
A 1.2-megawatt charger on display demonstrated the scale of power that will be needed to support heavy-duty fleet electrification and reduce charging times.
Another major theme across panels and discussions was software-defined vehicles, which allow trucks to evolve via over-the-air updates and data-driven functionality rather than traditional hardware upgrades.
Accelera by Cummins unveiled new battery packs and powertrain technologies, including a new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery for electric vehicles. Meanwhile, Cummins CEO Jennifer Rumsey talked about many power solutions and alternative fuel sources being in the mix for a long time in transportation’s sustainability journey.
TRC presented its sixth annual State of Sustainable Fleets report and, following successful driver-out testing by Plus, the autonomous truck maker announced its joint vision with Hyundai Motor on autonomous hydrogen truck concept.
All these stories and more can be found on our sustainability page.
