About this expo
The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) is an annual, three-day international trade show dedicated to the trucking industry. Recognized as the premier trade fair for the North American trucking and commercial vehicle sector, MATS focuses on the Automotive and Transportation, Shipping & Logistics categories. The event is scheduled to take place from March 18-20, 2027, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, United States.
Organized by Exhibit Management Associates, an agency with over 50 years of experience in event management, MATS showcases a wide range of core exhibit sectors. These include commercial vehicles, semi-trucks, trailers, spare parts, vehicle technologies, driver safety, fleet management, and environmentally friendly innovations. The exhibition also features advanced vehicle electronics, communication systems, and cutting-edge propulsion concepts.
MATS targets a professional audience, including fleet managers, fleet owners, freight carriers, technicians, truck drivers, and key decision-makers from the transportation sector. Representatives from related industries such as logistics providers, suppliers, and service companies also attend, making it a significant platform for industry engagement and business development.
Highlights
5 items- 850+ exhibitors (2026)
- 54,000+ attendees (2026)
- AUMA listed
- Held at Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville
- Concurrent event: MAC Trailer Winter Nationals (2026)
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does MATS take place?+
MATS is scheduled for March 18-20, 2027, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, United States. It is an annual event.
Who organizes MATS?+
The event is organized by Exhibit Management Associates, an agency with over 50 years of experience in event management.
What industries and products are covered at MATS?+
The exhibition covers the Automotive and Transportation, Shipping & Logistics categories. Products include commercial vehicles, semi-trucks, trailers, spare parts, vehicle technologies, driver safety, fleet management, environmentally friendly innovations, advanced vehicle electronics, communication systems, and propulsion concepts.
How can I attend or exhibit at MATS?+
MATS is open to professionals. For details on attending or exhibiting, please visit the official website: http://www.truckingshow.com/.
