Test Track Conference
Test Track Conference 2027
May 11-13, 2027
Auburn Hotel & Conference Center | Auburn, AL
Auburn Hotel & Conference Center | Auburn, AL
Join NCAT for a signature conference showcasing the latest findings from the 9th research cycle of the NCAT Test Track.
The agenda and hotel room block for 2027 will be available soon!
Real-World Results
Explore findings from full-scale accelerated asphalt pavement testing.
Industry Innovation
Learn about materials, mix design, preservation and emerging technologies.
Implementation Focus
Gain practical takeaways agencies and industry can apply.
40 Years of NCAT
26 Years of the Test Track
12M+ Miles Driven
10M ESALs Applied Per Full Cycle
200+ Industry Leaders Attending
1M+ Data Points Collected
Registration
Join us in Auburn, AL!
General Registration
$500 Price increases to $700 on March 1, 2027Join us in Auburn for the full Test Track Conference experience. Registration includes access to conference sessions, meals, and conference swag.
Register to Attend in PersonVirtual Registration
$150Unable to join us in Auburn? Virtual registration includes online access to conference proceedings, with a separate Zoom link provided for each conference day.
Meet Our 2027 Exhibitors
Connect with companies and industry partners throughout the Test Track Conference. Make plans to visit our exhibitors, learn about their latest products and technologies and meet the people helping move the asphalt pavement industry forward.
More Exhibitors Coming Soon!
Our exhibitor lineup is growing. Check back as we announce more companies joining us in Auburn.
Want to Exhibit?
Put your organization in front of transportation professionals, researchers, agencies and industry leaders at the 2027 NCAT Test Track Conference.
Exhibitor OpportunitiesCONFERENCE Sponsorship Opportunities
Interested in Becoming a Conference Sponsor or Exhibitor of the 2027 NCAT Test Track Conference?
Showcase your organization and connect with transportation professionals, agency leaders, researchers and industry partners. View the available conference sponsorship and exhibitor options and benefits of each using the button below.
View Conference Sponsorship OptionsHave a specific question? Contact Vinnie Gammons at bilesvr@auburn.edu.
About the Conference
The Test Track Conference returns in 2027 to showcase the latest findings from NCAT’s ninth research cycle. This event brings together industry leaders, agencies and researchers to explore what is working in asphalt pavement performance and what comes next. This conference is held every 10 million ESALs and every three years to share asphalt pavement performance information learned from two years of accelerated traffic on the pavement test sections.
- Real-world results from accelerated pavement testing
- Proven strategies for longer-lasting, more sustainable roads
- Findings ready for implementation
Why Attend
Be part of the conversation around the research that is shaping asphalt pavement design, innovative materials and forward-thinking construction practices across the country
- Performance data from full-scale test sections
- Innovations in mix design, materials and preservation
- Practical takeaways you can apply immediately
Since 2000, the NCAT Test Track has helped agencies refine specifications, push the limits of materials, improve durability and save millions in taxpayer dollars through data-driven decisions.
2024 Conference Highlights
Take a look at a few moments from the 2024 NCAT Test Track Conference.
