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Truck Chat2026Episode 56

Get Up Close with New Isuzu Work Trucks and Vocational Builds

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March 25, 2026

  • Work Truck provides an exclusive preview of Isuzu's newest commercial truck models.
  • The feature includes insights into advanced fleet technology offered by Isuzu.
  • Readers can learn about the latest vocational upfit options available for these trucks.

*Summarized by AI

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America is giving the medium-duty market a major refresh, and Work Truck got an exclusive look from the show floor at Work Truck Week.

In this episode of TruckChat, Brian Tabel, assistant vice president of Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, walks through the company’s latest truck lineup, updated cab styling, advanced safety technology, and a range of vocational upfits designed for real-world fleet applications.

The upcoming 2028 Isuzu N-Series gas truck introduces a redesigned cab with cross-flow styling, LED headlights, dual airbags, and ADAS safety systems, offering a preview of what’s ahead for medium-duty commercial trucks.

The conversation also highlights several vocational applications and upfits, including:

  • The Isuzu NRR Diesel with updated cab styling
  • An Advantic upfit body built for commercial applications
  • A Thunder Creek mobile fuel truck on an Isuzu NPR-HD gas chassis
  • A Stellar Industries FTR hooklift truck for waste and refuse operations
  • A SavATree spray truck configured for landscaping and tree care fleets

From fuel-and-lube service trucks to hooklifts and landscaping applications, this episode explores how Isuzu commercial trucks are designed for maneuverability, versatility, and fleet productivity across multiple industries.

This episode of TruckChat is sponsored by and produced in partnership with Isuzu Commercial Truck of America.

Learn more at https://www.isuzucv.com/en/index

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