Top 5 Medium-Duty Trucks for 2024 Named
These five top medium-duty work trucks represent the finalists for the 2024 Medium-Duty Truck of the Year award. Who made the cut?

The Top 5 Medium-Duty Trucks for 2024 represent the finalists for Work Truck's annual award.
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Since 2008, Work Truck'sMedium-Duty Truck of the Year award has recognized the most exceptional trucks in the vocational medium-duty market. In 2021, we introduced the "Top 5 Medium-Duty Trucks" feature, and we're thrilled to continue this tradition for 2024.
Now in its 16th year, the Medium-Duty Truck of the Year award invites vehicle manufacturers to nominate their top contenders. The ultimate winner is chosen by professional fleet managers who cast their votes based on factors such as real-world performance, reliability, overall quality, ease of maintenance and repairs, and total cost of ownership.
This year's five finalists for the coveted title showcase the top medium-duty work trucks that cater to the diverse needs of modern fleets. These impressive vehicles demonstrate why they're the go-to choices for discerning fleet managers.
Join us at Work Truck Week 2024, taking place from March 5-7 in Indianapolis, where we'll announce the winner of the Medium-Duty Truck of the Year award. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the unveiling of the industry's top performer!
Who Made the Top List?
The Top 5 Medium-Duty Trucks for 2024 (in alphabetical order) are:
Chevrolet Silverado 4500 HD/5500 HD/6500 HD
Ford F-550
International eMV Series
Isuzu N-Series NRR Class 5 Gas Truck
Mack MD Series
Stay tuned - the winning truck will be announced at Work Truck Week 2024! Dig deeper, check out who was named top in 2022 and 2023!
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