Time is running out to apply to attend the 2026 Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange, an exclusive industry event developed by the folks who bring you Heavy Duty Trucking.

To be held September 23-25, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona, HDTX brings together a diverse group of heavy-duty trucking fleet owners, executives, and managers with a select group of product and service providers to exchange information, ideas, and solutions.

Qualified fleet managers enjoy complimentary airfare, hotel, and meals at the Scottsdale Resort and Spa.

Founded in 2017, HDTX connects fleet managers with suppliers and with other fleet managers through scheduled one-on-one meetings, small-group discussions, and social events. It's designed to foster real conversations.

How Is HDTX Different?

A key element of HDTX is a schedule of short one-on-one meetings between fleet managers and suppliers, often compared to “speed dating.”

During these 12-minute conversations, fleet managers can explain a challenge they’re facing in their operations and learn how suppliers may be able to help address it. If the discussion isn’t a fit, participants simply move on to the next meeting.

Another highlight of the event is the presentation of the HDT Truck Fleet Innovator Awards, which honor fleets that are leading change in the trucking industry. The awards presentation is followed by a panel discussion moderated by an HDT editor.

Unlike most conference panel discussions, HDTX affords plenty of opportunities to talk one-on-one with Heavy Duty Trucking's Innovator winners and finalists.

The small size of the event allows attendees to spend more time getting to know each other than is typically possible at large industry conferences.

HDTX also includes meals, receptions, and social activities designed to allow fleet managers to exchange ideas with peers and build relationships with industry suppliers.

Attendees may include fleet owners and top executives of heavy-duty (Class 7-8) trucking fleets, or managers at these fleets who are responsible for areas such as maintenance, equipment specification, safety, compliance, and information technology.

All-Expenses-Paid for Qualified Fleet Managers

Qualified fleet managers selected to attend receive an all-expenses-paid trip that includes:

• Round-trip economy airfare to Phoenix
• A two-night hotel stay at the Scottsdale Resort
• Ground transportation between the airport and resort (on program dates)
• All scheduled meals and receptions

Incidentals, parking, and transportation to and from the attendee’s home airport are not included.