Oshkosh Corporation Returns to CES 2026 to Showcase the Future of Purpose-Built Work Vehicles

17 December 2025 | News

At CES 2026, Oshkosh highlights autonomy, AI, connectivity and electrification across firefighting, defense, construction, aviation and smart city applications
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Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles, equipment and services, will return to CES , the world’s premier technology showcase, being held January 6-9, 2026, in Las Vegas.

Visitors to booth #4418 in the West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) will experience how Oshkosh is transforming some of the world’s toughest jobs from firefighters and airport ground crews to mail carriers, soldiers and construction workers. The booth will show advancements in autonomy, artificial intelligence (AI), connectivity and electrification that are shaping the future of job sites, neighborhoods and airports.

“CES is where the world looks for what’s next, and Oshkosh is ready to show how advanced technology is redefining the critical work that keeps our communities running,” said John Pfeifer, president and chief executive officer, Oshkosh Corporation. “From intelligent job sites to smarter neighborhood services and next-generation airport operations, we’re introducing purpose-built solutions that elevate safety, efficiency and performance for the everyday heroes who move the world forward.”

Oshkosh focuses on four key technology pillars:

  • Autonomy: Enabling smart, safe operations with autonomous systems that support human decision-making and productivity, while helping manage risk.
  • Artificial intelligence: Driving data-informed decisions and operational efficiency through intelligent analytics, computer vision and predictive systems.
  • Connectivity: Shaping integrated ecosystems that aid visibility, coordination and performance across equipment, teams and infrastructure.
  • Electrification: Supporting sustainable operations with zero-emission, high-performance purpose-built electric platforms that meet the rigorous needs of our customers.

Oshkosh integrates these technologies into modular, scalable platforms that span its portfolio, transforming industries and delivering meaningful total cost of ownership advantages for customers.

Additionally, attendees will see two Oshkosh products recognized as part of the CES 2026 Innovation Awards – the JLG® Boom Lift with Robotic End Effector, which took top honors in the Robotics category and the Oshkosh® Airport Products Striker® Volterra™ Electric Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle (ARFF), which took top honors in the Travel and Tourism category. The company was also named a multiple CES Innovation Awards Honoree in the Construction and Industrial Tech category.

Oshkosh Thought Leadership

Oshkosh executives and industry experts will share their insights into the future of robotics, mobility and AI in a variety of CTA panel sessions, including:

  • Connected Communities: How AI Powers the Next Era of Innovation: Oshkosh Chief Technology and Strategic Sourcing Officer Jay Iyengar will join this panel on how AI-powered operational intelligence keeps communities running smoothly and efficiently. The session will start at 1:00 p.m. PST on January 6, in the LVCC, North Hall, Level 2, room N261.
  • Seamless Cities: Making Smart Tech Work Together Effortlessly: Oshkosh Vice President, Global Engineering and Chief Technology Officer, Access, Shashank Bhatia will join this panel on how smart cities rely on seamless IoT communication. The session will explore the challenges of interoperability and keeping pace with fast-evolving connected technologies. The session will start at 2:00 p.m. PST on January 6, in the LVCC, North Hall, Level 2, room N261.
  • Next-Gen Skills: Preparing Students for Tomorrow’s Tech: Oshkosh Director, Program Management, Industry and Academic Outreach, Chris Andrews will participate in this panel of experts, who will explore the skills shaping an AI-driven future and how industry can strengthen early pipelines to unlock talent. The session will start at 3:00 p.m. PST on January 6, in the LVCC, Grand Lobby, CTA stage.
  • From Hands Off to Eyes Off: The Race to Level 4 Automation: Oshkosh Director, Program Management, Industry and Academic Outreach, Chris Andrews will moderate this panel on the road to Level 4 autonomy. The panel will discuss how companies are advancing technology, tackling challenges and gaining consumer trust in the future of self-driving vehicles. The session will start at 9:00 a.m. PST on January 8, in the LVCC, West Level 2, room W219.
  • Winning with Corporates: Funding, Partnerships & Startup Growth, presented by the CTA Entrepreneur Council: Oshkosh Chief Innovation and Development Officer, Simon Dean will participate in a panel to talk about how CVCs and innovation teams evaluate startups, fund pilots, and build collaborations that scale. The session will start at 11:00 a.m. PST on January 8, at the Venetian Expo, Level 1, Hall G, Startup Stage.

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