NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) has added the NAFA Garage at the NAFA’s 2026 Institute & Expo (I&E), which will take place April 13-15, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.

Hands-On Experience 

The NAFA Garage is a hands-on exhibit floor experience where attendees can watch live demonstrations of EV technology, products, and services, explore technician-focused products, and engage with the latest tools and technologies. 

This specialized area in the I&E Exhibit Hall also showcases student-built vehicles, highlighting emerging talent and the future of fleet maintenance. The NAFA Garage is sponsored by Whelen.

Professionals from EVPros+, Electrathon and Garage Gurus will be on-site to provide the latest information on new technologies and techniques.

"We created NAFA Garage to connect fleet professionals with the know-how and the tools they need to succeed," said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “As fleet management undergoes rapid technological shifts, this year’s Institute & Expo is designed to move beyond theory, providing attendees with a results-oriented framework for modern fleet leadership. The NAFA Garage is a perfect example of that.”

More Than 60 Educational Sessions

On the whole, I&E 2026 will feature more than 60 educational sessions covering a wide range of topics, including fleet operations, sustainability, emerging technologies and the latest vehicle models. I&E attendees will enjoy access to all educational sessions, the industry’s largest expo hall, and numerous networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders. 

Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. More information about reserving an exhibit booth is available on NAFA’s website.

This year’s current sponsors include: American Honda Motor Co., AssetWorks, Enterprise Fleet Management, Driverge Vehicle Innovations, Fleetio, Geotab, Holman, Hyundai Motor America, IntelliShift, JJ Kane Auctions, KeyTrak, Legend, Merchants Fleet, Motive, RTA The Fleet Success Company, Samsara, Stellantis Pro One, Voyager Mastercard, Wheels, and Whelen Engineering.