NTEA - The Work Truck Association

06/11/2026

When a chassis modification occurs before final upfitting, certification responsibilities can quickly become complex.

NTEA members can access a new technical article from Director of Technical Services Bob Raybuck that examines the compliance obligations of intermediate-stage manufacturers, including:

✔ Incomplete vehicle document (IVD) updates and addendums
✔ Labeling requirements
✔ Wheelbase modification considerations
✔ Impacts on FMVSS compliance and vehicle certification

If your company performs chassis modifications or works with multi-stage vehicle manufacturing, this member-exclusive resource can help you better understand your responsibilities and reduce compliance risk.

Members: Login to access the article at https://www.ntea.com/articles/tech-connections/intermediate-stage-vehicle-certification-labels-and-required

06/11/2026

Registration is now open for NTEA's Executive Leadership Summit at Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest (Ypsilanti, Michigan), featuring a full-day program Sept. 22 and a welcome reception Sept. 21.

During this event, data analysts and forecasters, policy experts, and innovation leaders will share key trends, forecasts, and insights for the commercial vehicle market.

Advance registration rates are available through Sept. 1.

Register today: https://www.ntea.com/executivesummit

06/05/2026

Should Congress finally repeal the Federal Excise Tax on heavy-duty trucks?

In a new members-only article, NTEA Senior Vice President Mike Kastner examines the latest legislative effort to eliminate this long-debated tax and what it could mean for the commercial vehicle industry.

Members, log-in to learn why this issue is gaining renewed attention in Washington and how industry stakeholders can get involved.

https://www.ntea.com/articles/association-news/its-time-repeal-fet

06/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming the companies that joined NTEA in May! We’re excited to grow our member community with organizations representing all segments of the work truck industry.

Interested in joining the community? Watch our membership video to learn more about the benefits of joining NTEA.

Welcome the latest businesses to join our growing community. Visit our Member Directory to search all member companies. Welcome the latest businesses

06/02/2026

Make more informed business decisions with NTEA’s new monthly North American Incomplete Chassis Data publication. This business intelligence resource provides a rolling 18-month view of sales and shipment volumes across key chassis types and weight classes throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Gain valuable insight into market activity, demand shifts and competitive dynamics to better support forecasting, production planning and strategic planning.

Use this data to:
- Track market direction and industry performance
- Analyze sales and shipment activity by chassis type and weight class
- Monitor inventory and supply chain trends
- Evaluate market share movement over time
- Support forecasting, production planning and strategic decisions

Learn more about this new resource and start turning market intelligence into action: https://www.ntea.com/data/north-american-incomplete-chassis-data

05/28/2026

Whether you’re new to the work truck industry or simply looking for a refresher on the fundamentals, this webinar is designed for you.

Join NTEA on June 17 for *Work Trucks 101 – A Practical Introduction to Building and Understanding Work Trucks*.

This practical session provides an easy-to-understand overview of:
• Chassis basics
• Truck bodies and installed equipment
• Accessories and components
• How work trucks are built in the multi-stage vehicle industry

Ideal for:
• New employees
• Sales and support staff
• Professionals transitioning into new roles
• Anyone who wants to refresh their understanding of work truck fundamentals

Presented by Kevin Koester

FREE for NTEA members | $79 nonmembers
(ntea.com login required)



https://www.ntea.com/events/work-trucks-101-practical-introduction-building-and-understanding-work-trucks-0

05/27/2026

Federal excise tax questions can quickly become complicated — especially when resale certificates are missing or incomplete. Our new article explores:
✔ What qualifies as a “first retail sale”
✔ When FET liability is triggered
✔ Why intent to resell may not be enough
✔ Key considerations to help businesses stay compliant

NTEA member login required: https://www.ntea.com/articles/excise-tax-enquirer/can-sale-resale-without-resale-certificate-be-treated-first-retail

05/25/2026

Remembering the heroes from sea to shining sea.

05/14/2026

Brake system compliance involves more than just components — full vehicle performance matters.

In this recent Tech Trends article, NTEA’s technical services team explores how F/CMVSS 105 applies to hydraulic and electric brake systems, including the role of vehicle weight, payload distribution and center of gravity in compliance.

Members, log in to access the full article and engineering insight.



https://www.ntea.com/articles/tech-trends/federalcanadian-motor-vehicle-safety-standard-105

05/14/2026

Missed yesterday’s webinar — or want to revisit key takeaways? NTEA members can access webinar recordings on demand anytime (login required). Stay informed on the latest industry topics at your convenience.

Browse available webinar recordings here: https://www.ntea.com/search?search_api_fulltext=&field_event_type=119