Industry Insights

The 2026 edition is here. 

Packed with the latest data, program updates, and funding insights, this year’s market report breaks down how the global armored vehicle market is evolving, and why factors like the war in Ukraine are accelerating change at pace.

But this isn’t just a report, it’s your insider preview of the biggest conversations shaping the industry right now. 

Inside, you’ll uncover key trends and challenges that will take center stage at Armored Vehicles USA (June 23–24, Ann Arbor, Michigan), where senior leaders from across the U.S. Army and DoW will share what’s next for combat vehicle development, sustainment, and future force design. 

Want to stay ahead of the curve? Download the report and get the insights everyone will be talking about.

The Army’s Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) program has taken a sharp turn. 
What began in 2019 as an ambitious plan for three robotic variants has since evolved, challenged by complexity, cost, and changing priorities. Now, it’s been reimagined as Unmanned Ground Commercial Robotic Vehicles (UGCRV), with a clear focus: faster delivery, lower cost, and real-world impact.

So what changed, and what happens next? 
This report breaks down the shift from RCV to UGCRV, what the Army is doing differently, and the latest progress shaping the future of unmanned ground combat. 

These are the same critical conversations driving the agenda at Armored Vehicles USA (June 23–24, Ann Arbor, Michigan), where Army leaders and industry will come together to explore what’s next, from UGCRV to acquisition reform and beyond.