Site Tour

Behind the Scenes at PACCAR:

Australia’s Heavy-Vehicle Heartland

The 2026 Fleet Conference Site Tour will visit the PACCAR Australia factory in Bayswater, Melbourne. Take this exclusive opportunity to visit the home of Kenworth and DAF trucks that are built for Australian conditions and have been powering the nation since 1971.

Conference delegates can experience fleet manufacturing operations first-hand at a world-class facility. You’ll receive a behind-the-scenes look into local heavy-vehicle manufacturing, engineering excellence, and production processes that are not open to the public.

Kenworth and DAF Trucks

Site Tour Details

PACCAR Australia manufacturing facility 

Bayswater, Melbourne

Monday, 23 March 2026

12.30 PM to 4.30 PM

Meeting point: Pan Pacific Hotel

2 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf

Delegates are required to bring their own PPE for the tour, including steel-capped shoes, hi-vis vest, and safety glasses.

Limted Eligibility:
Places are strictly limited and are reserved for Conference delegates.

Car Factory Tour

Why Attend the Tour?

The IPWEA Fleet Site Tour is a long-standing highlight of the program and a must-attend experience for fleet professionals. It takes delegates beyond the conference venue and into a live operational environment, where fleet management best practice can be seen in action rather than just discussed.

Beyond the technical value, the tour creates a dynamic and informal setting for meaningful conversations. Delegates can connect with peers, share challenges, compare approaches and build professional relationships while exploring the site together.

What'd We Do in 2025?

Last year we went behind the scenes at the Volvo Trucks Factory in Wacol for an exclusive site tour, giving delegates a first-hand look at how world-class heavy vehicles are built and tested right here in Australia. The experience offered a fascinating glimpse into modern fleet innovation, safety, and sustainability practices. In 2025, our Fleet Conference Site Tour delivered an unforgettable opportunity to see cutting-edge fleet operations in action, connect with industry experts, and gain insights that can shape the future of your fleet management strategies.

Volvo Site Tour