ACT Expo 2025: First Speakers Announced, Featuring Industry Leaders Shaping the Future of Clean Transportation

The countdown is on for the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo 2025—the must-attend event of the year for fleet operators and industry leaders committed to advancing sustainable transportation. Scheduled for April 28 to May 1, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Center in Southern California, this year’s ACT Expo will provide fleets with the tools, insights, and strategies needed to drive both economic and environmental sustainability in an ever-evolving market.

In an evolving regulatory environment and with a new administration in the White House, change opens the door to fresh opportunities. ACT Expo 2025 will focus on how fleets can stay ahead by aligning their procurement plans and services with shifting market demands. From navigating regulatory shifts to leveraging new technologies and meeting growing customer sustainability expectations, fleets will discover how to unlock new business opportunities and drive future growth at this year’s event.

Full Agenda Now Available

Last week, the full ACT Expo 2025 agenda was published, featuring executive panels and technical workshops that will spotlight how advanced transportation technologies can help fleets reduce operating costs and emissions, gain customers and increase brand reputation, improve efficiency, and gain other important economic and environmental benefits. View the agenda here: www.actexpo.com/agenda

First Keynote Speakers Announced

We’re excited to announce the first round of keynote speakers for ACT Expo 2025, who will share valuable perspectives on the latest trends, innovations, and policies shaping the future of commercial transportation.

Jennifer Rumsey
Chair & CEO, Cummins Inc.
Monday, April 28, 2025

As Chair and CEO of Cummins Inc., a global powertrain leader, Jennifer Rumsey will share how Cummins’ vision for the future and its Destination Zero strategy are advancing a range of innovative solutions for its customers, enabling fleet operators to achieve their efficiency, operating cost and environmental goals. Rumsey will explore how these innovations – including the Cummins HELM™ platforms and advancements in diesel efficiency, fuel options, and battery-electric and hybrid technologies – are powering the future of the commercial transportation sector.

Lars Stenqvist
CTO, Volvo Group
Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Lars Stenqvist, Chief Technology Officer at Volvo Group, will highlight Volvo Group’s innovative approach to sustainable transportation, including the development of hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2 ICE), connected vehicle solutions, and advancements in electric and autonomous technologies. Stenqvist will spotlight how these innovations will advance the global logistics market, underscoring Volvo Group’s commitment to improving fleet efficiency and reducing carbon emissions across the global commercial vehicle market.

Jim Walenczak
Vice President, PACCAR Inc, General Manager, Kenworth Truck Company
Wednesday, April 30, 2025

As Vice President at PACCAR Inc and General Manager of Kenworth, Jim Walenczak will discuss the latest updates on this leading OEM’s innovations in zero- and near-zero emission powertrains, the latest in driver assistance and technology features, and their work on maximizing fleet solutions in today’s regulatory environment.

Why Should Fleets Attend

In addition to these keynote presentations, ACT Expo will feature more than 225 expert speakers focused on helping fleetsunderstand how to:

  • Navigate Regulatory Uncertainty: Understand how to navigate through the chaos of evolving regulations amidst the shifting political landscape, stay compliant with current regulations, and prepare for future policy updates.
  • Respond to Shippers and Customer Demands: Hear how top fleets are balancing demand from shippers and customers for a more sustainable supply chain while still achieving their economic goals.
  • Leverage Technology Advancements to Reduce TCO: Fleets are under pressure from rising costs, including vehicle procurement, maintenance, and fuel. Learn how AI solutions, autonomy, and other efficiency solutions can help fleets optimize their routes, reduce fuel consumption, and enhance fleet performance. 
  • Maximize Financial Benefits of Low-Carbon Fuels: With renewable diesel costs potentially rising due to LCFS program changes, experts will help fleets understand how to incorporate a range of renewable fuels and EVs, as well as take advantage of available financial incentives. 
  • Capitalize on the Shifting Funding Landscape: Learn how recent regulatory shifts may impact the availability of funding for fleet electrification, renewable fuels, and infrastructure projects.
  • Engage with Utilities on Future Energy Needs: Understand how to effectively engage with utilities on future energy requirements, as well as learn about utility programs designed to support charging infrastructure development, energy resiliency, and cost-effective operations. 

Value Registration Ends January 31st.  

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to engage with the leading voices in clean transportation. Whether you’re looking for insights into regulatory changes, emerging technologies, or cost-saving strategies, ACT Expo 2025 has it all.

Register now to join us at ACT Expo 2025 and be part of the conversation that’s defining the next era of commercial transportation.