Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network

What Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network does

Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association founded in 2006 through the merger of the Council of Fleet Specialists (CFS) and the National Wheel and Rim Association (NWRA), headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It serves the independent commercial vehicle aftermarket in North America, representing four membership categories (Distributors, Service/Repair Centers, Suppliers, and Business Service Providers) at a flat annual dues of $2,000 per company, with 200+ corporate members and a 4-person professional staff supported by a 15-member board.

The association's core offerings are organized around three flagship annual events (Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week / HDAW, Heavy Duty Education Week / The Seminar, and The Summit Executive Conference) and four Pillar Communities (Government Relations, Industry Awareness, Education & Training, Innovation & Technology). Its technology stack consists of the Glueup platform for membership and event management, the CVSN Video Vault streaming service operated in partnership with AutoNetTV/CVTV, and the Business Innovation Accelerator program. The GenNext initiative (founded 2014) drives volunteer leadership and workforce development, with GenFirst and GenNext Certification Programs launched in 2024. Revenue is generated through membership dues, event registration fees, and a four-tier event sponsorship program. Strategic partnerships with Auto Care Association and MEMA (HDAW co-ownership), AutoNetTV (Video Vault), and ongoing federal advocacy for the REPAIR Act (H.R. 1566 / S. 1379) underpin the association's market position.

Name

Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network

Legal name

Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network

Website

https://cvsn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network (CVSN) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit trade association serving 200+ independent distributors, service centers, suppliers, and business service providers in the North American commercial vehicle aftermarket through annual events, advocacy, and workforce programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Grand Rapids

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees at $2000 per year for all membership categories (Distributor, Service Center, Supplier, Business Solutions Provider). Revenue supports association operations, pillar community initiatives, and event programming.
2. Event Sponsorships: Four distinct sponsorship levels offered for 2026 events, providing recognition and engagement opportunities for supplier and business service provider members. Sponsorships are a significant revenue stream supporting association initiatives.
3. Event Registration Fees: Registration fees for annual events including HDAW, HDEW, and The Summit Executive Conference. Events deliver best practices developed by Pillar Communities back to members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CVSN is a 501(c)(6) trade association serving the independent commercial vehicle aftermarket in North America. It offers corporate membership across four categories (Distributors, Service/Repair, Suppliers, Business Solutions Providers) and delivers value through three flagship annual events (HDAW, HDEW/The Seminar, The Summit Executive Conference), a Video Vault streaming platform, the Business Innovation Accelerator, GenNext workforce development programs, and advocacy for the federal REPAIR Act.

Product overview

CVSN is a trade association for the independent commercial vehicle aftermarket, offering a unified platform of programs and services organized around three major annual events (HDAW, HDEW/The Seminar, and The Summit Executive Conference) and four Pillar Communities (Government Relations, Industry Awareness, Education & Training, and Innovation & Technology). The core product portfolio includes the Video Vault streaming platform (with both public and members-only content), the Business Innovation Accelerator program connecting members with technology innovators, GenNext professional development programming, and the 4 Under 40 Awards recognition program. Membership is offered in four categories (Distributors, Service/Repair, Suppliers, Business Service Providers) at $2,000/year, with the organization advocating for Right to Repair legislation and providing industry-wide training certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CVSN Membership Programs
• Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW)
• Heavy Duty Education Week (HDEW) / The Seminar
• The Summit Executive Conference
• CVSN Video Vault
• Business Innovation Accelerator Program
• GenNext Professional Development Program
• GenFirst and GenNext Certification Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• 3 major annual events serving hundreds of industry professionals
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Auto Care AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-owner of Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW), the industry's largest product trade show. Partnership enables CVSN to deliver comprehensive industry event combining aftermarket week with product expo.
• MEMA (Vehicle Suppliers Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-owner of Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW). MEMA represents commercial vehicle suppliers and co-hosts the premier product show for the commercial vehicle aftermarket.
• AutoNetTV (CVTV)coreTechnology or IntegrationContent partnership for CVSN Video Vault platform. CVTV is the Commercial Vehicle Segment of AutoNetTV, managing industry-specific programming for the Video Vault including technical deep-dives, fleet management strategies, and aftermarket intelligence.
• Piper SandlerminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial services firm providing 2026 Outlook presentation at CVSN State of the Union. Special thanks acknowledged for presentation on commercial vehicle aftermarket market analysis.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• SAE International: Global standards and professional development organization for the aerospace and automotive industries. Comparable as an enabler of industry training, certifications, and standards that overlap with CVSN's education and innovation pillars, but it is not a direct competitor.

Direct peers

• Automotive Service Association (ASA): National trade association for mechanical and collision repair businesses. Directly comparable in serving independent service centers with advocacy (Right to Repair), training, and networking; however, its primary focus is light/medium-duty rather than heavy-duty.
• Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA): Trade association for aftermarket parts suppliers, originally part of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association. Comparable as a supplier-focused association with advocacy, industry data, and executive events; serves a broader aftermarket that includes CVSN's supplier members.
• MEMA (Vehicle Suppliers Association): National trade association representing motor vehicle component manufacturers and suppliers, and co-owner of HDAW with CVSN. Closely comparable in mission, advocacy focus, and event co-production for the commercial vehicle aftermarket.
• Auto Care Association: National trade association for the automotive aftermarket, and co-owner of HDAW with CVSN. Most directly comparable peer given overlapping membership, co-produced events, and shared advocacy on Right to Repair and aftermarket data standards.
• Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC): A council of American Trucking Associations focused on fleet maintenance, vehicle maintenance standards, and technician training for commercial vehicles. Directly comparable as a maintenance/aftermarket-focused body that runs training events and standards programs serving CVSN's service center membership.
• Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA): Trade group within the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association representing heavy-duty vehicle component manufacturers. Highly comparable in industry segment (heavy-duty commercial vehicle), supplier constituency, and policy advocacy focus, though organized as a MEMA affiliate.

Emerging players

• Motor & Equipment Remanufacturers Association (MERA): Trade association for vehicle component remanufacturers serving the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarkets. Overlaps with CVSN's supplier segment and shared interest in data standards and remanufacturing policy.
• NAFA Fleet Management Association: Trade association for fleet professionals managing commercial vehicles. Comparable in audience (commercial vehicle decision-makers) and event/training model, but focuses on the buyer side rather than the independent aftermarket channel.

Broad incumbents

• American Trucking Associations: Largest national trade group for the U.S. trucking industry, representing motor carriers rather than the aftermarket. Overlaps with CVSN's advocacy interests (Right to Repair, technician workforce) and is a parent of the Technology & Maintenance Council.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TheCVSN
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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