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2025 Upfit Package of the Year Winners Named for Truck, Van & SUV

Work Truck readers have spoken, selecting the top upfits that bring innovation, efficiency, and functionality to the job naming the second annual Upfit Package of the Year winners at Work Truck Week.

March 6, 2025
2025 Work Truck Upfit Package of the Year WINNERS Named

The winning upfit packages were named at Work Truck Week 2025 in the Legend Fleet booth. 

Photo: Work Truck | Ranger Design | Adrian Steel Company | Mike Albert Fleet Solutions 

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Work Truck readers have spoken, selecting the top upfits that bring innovation, efficiency, and functionality to the job. Recognizing standout solutions across the Truck, Van, and SUV categories, fleet managers voted in the second-annual Upfit Package of the Year Awards, sponsored by Legend Fleet Solutions.

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“We created the Upfit of the Year Awards to shine a light on the work vehicles that move America. Not just the products, vehicles, and brands that create them, but who they’re for – the Legends of the Road. Upfitters compete to create products that make their days better – and that’s what we’re all about. The awards are bigger than ever, and we’re extremely proud to be able to host these awards each year with Bobit. Thanks to all the participants and voters, and congratulations to all the winners!” said Legend Fleet Solutions' Chief Marketing Officer, Brendan Church.

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After finalists were announced in January, the winners were named at Work Truck Week 2025 on March 6 in the Legend Fleet Booth. 

Upfitters nominated their most popular and innovative solutions, those designed to tackle real fleet challenges head-on.

2025 Upfit Package of the Year Winners 

This year’s winners are: 

Van Upfit Package of the Year – Mike Albert Fleet Solutions: Mobile Showroom & Training Center

2025 Van Upfit Package of the Year winner.

Mike Albert Fleet Solutions took home the 2025 Van Upfit Package of the Year award. 

Photo: Work Truck | Mike Albert Fleet Solutions


A fully equipped mobile showroom designed to bring hands-on training and product demonstrations directly to customers, enhancing accessibility and engagement.

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Truck Upfit Package of the Year – Adrian Steel Company: Pepsi F-150 Electrified Service Solution

2025 Truck Upfit Package of the Year winner

Adrian Steel Company took home the 2025 Truck Upfit Package of the Year award. 

Photo: Work Truck | Adrian Steel Company


A custom upfit for electric service vehicles, integrating tool storage, power solutions, and workspace organization to optimize efficiency for field service teams.

SUV Upfit Package of the Year – Ranger Design: Pacifica Tech Services Upfit

2025 SUV Upfit Package of the Year winner

Ranger Design took home the 2025 SUV Upfit Package of the Year award. 

Photo: Work Truck | Ranger Design


A versatile SUV upfit built for mobile technicians, offering organized storage, secure equipment transport, and enhanced functionality for on-the-go service professionals.

About the Upfit Package of the Year Award 

Each of these winning upfits was designed with one goal in mind helping fleets work smarter, safer, and more efficiently. From mobile workspaces to electrified service solutions, these upfits showcase the innovation and dedication that drive the commercial vehicle industry forward. 

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"Upfits are more than just add-ons; They’re the backbone of efficiency, safety, and productivity for today’s work truck fleets. The Upfit Package of the Year awards celebrate the most innovative solutions that help fleet managers tackle real-world challenges and keep their operations running smoothly. This year’s winners have raised the bar, delivering upfits that enhance performance, durability, and functionality in the field. Recognizing these solutions isn’t just about awards; it’s about highlighting the impact smart, well-designed upfits have on the industry. Congratulations to all three winners for their dedication to improving the way work trucks get the job done, and thank you to Legend Fleet Solutions for supporting our industry!" said Lauren Fletcher, Vice President of Content for Bobit Business Media and Work Truck.

Fleet managers rely on well-designed upfits to improve productivity and meet the real-world demands of their operations, and this year’s winners prove just how impactful the right upfit can be.

Stay tuned as we dig deeper into the winning upfits and what it took to take home the trophies! 

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