Mid America Truck Show

RoadLites at MATS 2026: Lighting the Way Forward in Trucking Safety

The Largest Trucking Show in the Industry And We Were There A SECOND TIME!

The Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) continues to set the standard as the largest and most influential trucking event in North America and this year did not disappoint.

Held at the Kentucky Exposition Center, MATS brings together thousands of industry professionals, from fleet owners and drivers to manufacturers and innovators, all under one roof. For RoadLites, it was more than just a trade show—it was an opportunity to connect, educate, and showcase the future of commercial vehicle visibility.

At our booth, we focused on one mission:

Solving the “Invisible Trailer” problem.

Throughout the show, we demonstrated how RoadLites’ outline marker lights and side skirt lighting systems:

  • Define the full length, width, and position of a trailer
  • Improve driver awareness during backing and maneuvering
  • Enhance visibility in low-light, rain, fog, and night conditions

The response was immediate—drivers, fleet managers, and safety professionals all recognized the same issue:
👉 trailers are often not seen until it’s too late

And more importantly—they saw the solution.

🤝 Connecting with the Industry

One of the most valuable parts of MATS is the people.

We had the chance to connect with:

  • Fleet owners looking to improve safety metrics
  • Owner-operators focused on protecting their equipment
  • Driver training programs interested in better visibility tools
  • Industry influencers and media shaping the future of trucking

As a company built by a trucking operation, these conversations matter. We’re not just selling a product—we’re solving real-world problems we’ve experienced firsthand.

🙌 Thank You for Stopping By

To everyone who visited our booth—thank you.

Whether you stopped by to learn, share your experience, or explore how RoadLites can work for your operation, we truly appreciate the support.

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