ABC Companies is bringing its most immersive booth experience yet to UMA Motorcoach EXPO 2026, taking place February 11 to 14 in Birmingham, Alabama.

At Booth 132, ABC will feature a fully equipped 2026 Van Hool CX45 alongside an interactive virtual showroom highlighting the company’s latest vehicle, service, parts, and support solutions. Members of the ABC team and representatives from VDL Van Hool will be on-site throughout the show to engage with operators, technicians, and decision-makers.

Innovation on Display

The 2026 Van Hool CX45 will serve as the centerpiece of the ABC booth.

The coach includes updates designed to support improved safety, driver comfort, and more predictable maintenance planning, including:

• 360-degree camera system for improved visibility.
• Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) for real-time safety insights.
• Tail swing detection for collision prevention.
• New ergonomic driver seat for all-day comfort.
• LHP telematics for enhanced fleet visibility and data-driven maintenance.

The updates reflect continued collaboration among ABC, VDL Van Hool, and operators to maximize uptime, reduce operational friction, and enhance the passenger experience.

New for UMA EXPO 2026, attendees can design their own Van Hool CX45 in the ABC Design Lab, an interactive experience that allows operators to explore options with the ABC team on-site.

The Design Lab provides customers with an early visualization of their coach before it’s built, enabling more informed decision-making and greater confidence in fleet planning.

Representatives from VDL Van Hool will also attend UMA alongside the ABC team, providing operators with direct access to OEM expertise and deeper insight into CX45 specifications, performance considerations, and long-term fleet strategy.

Supporting Technician Excellence

ABC officials said they are also proud to sponsor the UMA Maintenance Competition, reinforcing its continued investment in technician development and maintenance excellence across the motorcoach industry.

The company is also partnering with Vandalia Bus Lines, a family-owned operator celebrating more than three decades of partnership as a Van Hool customer.

“We’ve stayed with Van Hool because our passengers respond to it and our operation can rely on it,” said Phil Streif, co-owner and VP of Vandalia Bus Lines. “Over the years, that confidence has been reinforced by our partnership with ABC. They understand our business, support the lifecycle of the coaches, and have been there for us well beyond delivery.”

Vandalia’s new 2026 Van Hool CX45 will serve as the official challenge coach for hands-on technician evaluation.

Beyond the tradeshow floor, ABC continues to engage closely with industry partners, customers, and associations to understand better the challenges operators face and the opportunities ahead, company officials said.

“Events like UMA EXPO give us valuable time with the people who use these vehicles every day,” said Drew Siciliano, sr. VP, sales and marketing. “Listening to operators, technicians, and drivers helps shape how we think about the next generation of products, services, and support. That feedback is critical as we continue redefining what the industry should expect from a long-term partner.”