Held in conjunction with the 46th Annual NTEA Convention and Work Truck Show 2010, North America’s Largest Work Truck Event

Green Initiatives for the Work Truck Industry
•    The current status and future growth of clean alternative fuel applications for commercial vehicles
•    Results of real-world deployment of hybrid and alternative fuel trucks in fleet operations
•    10 general and 15 breakout sessions covering all aspects of green fleet technology and fuels

TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2010
Clean Technologies for Commercial Vehicles

8:30AM–8:45AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks

8:45AM–9:15AM
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
U.S. Opportunities for Increasing Commercial Truck Productivity

9:15AM–9:45AM
Road to Success: Implementing a Green Fleet Program
Implementing a successful green fleet program, especially for a large fleet, involves much more than just issuing purchase orders for new vehicles. It requires high-level corporate support, strong leadership, supplier partnerships and a careful evaluation of available technologies. Hear real-world examples by a major national corporate vocational truck fleet.

9:45AM–10:00AM
Break

10:00AM–11:15AM
Current and Future Government Regulations Affecting the Trucking Industry and Fleets
Government regulations, at the national, state and even local levels, can significantly impact the way you do business. Learn the current and future government regulations that will impact both the truck equipment industry and individual fleet operators.             
Panel Moderator: John Boesel, President and CEO, CALSTART (Pasadena, CA)
Panelists: Margo Oge, Director of the Office of Transportation and Air Quality, US EPA (Washington, DC), James Goldstene, Executive Officer, California Air Resources Board (Sacramento, CA); Anthony Greszler, Vice President, Government and Industry Relations, Volvo Powertrain North America (Hagerstown, MD); Therese Langer, Transportation Program Director, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (Washington, DC); and Peter Prout, Environmental Protection Specialist, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (Washington, DC)

11:15AM–11:45AM
Matching Clean Technologies to Your Drive Cycles: Finding the Best Applications
When implementing a clean fleet program, a fleet manager must first decide which technology will best suit the fleet’s specific application. Should the fleet manager choose hybrids, alternative fuels or another option, such as electric vehicles (with or without range extenders)? In order to make an informed decision, you must accurately define the fleet’s drive cycles and then select the most suitable clean technology for each cycle. This session will address some of the issues involved in defining drive cycles and how to match various clean technologies to those cycles.
Presented by: Kevin Herdler, Executive Director, St. Louis Regional Clean Cities Program (St. Louis, MO); and Claude Masters, CAFM, Manager, Acquisition and Fuel, Florida Power and Light Co. (Riviera Beach, FL)

11:45AM–12:45PM
Lunch included

12:45PM–2:00PM
Lessons Learned: A Fleet Perspective on Clean Trucks and Systems
Learn directly from early adopters of hybrid and clean fuel technologies who have experienced difficulties, challenges and also successes. At times, the technologies have worked as expected, while in other cases, fleets have to modify or even change clean fleet programs due to mismatches between the technology selected and their drive cycles. This panel presentation highlights the experiences and wisdom of four fleets that are actively engaged in clean fleet programs.
Panel Moderator: Bob Johnson, Fleet Relations Director, National Truck Equipment Association (Farmington Hills, MI)
Panelists: Tony Bizjak, Engineer – Vehicle Specifications, Fairfax County Dept. of Vehicle Services (Fairfax, VA); Larry Campbell, Director of Fleet Management, City of Fort Wayne (Fort Wayne, IN); Ken McKenney, Fleet Operations National Technical Support Specialist, Verizon Communications (Mennifee, CA); and James H. Steffen, Director, Fleet Design & Technical Support, ServiceMaster Fleet (Memphis, TN)

2:00PM–3:00PM    
Current and Future Hybrid Trucks: Technologies and Market Growth
The utilization of hybrid technologies by truck fleets continues to grow as fleet operators look for opportunities to control fuel consumption and at the same time reduce vehicle emissions. Truck equipment OEMs and suppliers have responded by introducing new and improved hybrid technologies at an ever-quickening pace. Review the latest hybrid technologies, learn their current uses and identify future growth areas for all types of hybrids, including HHVs, HEVs, PHEVs and NG-Hybrids (in series and parallel configurations). In addition, gain insight on upcoming technologies.  
Panel Moderator: Bill Van Amburg, Senior Vice President, CALSTART (Pasadena, CA)

3:00PM–3:10PM
Break

BREAKOUT SESSIONS
3:10PM–3:40PM

2009/2010 Breakthrough Years in Green Truck Funding and How Grants Work
Gain firsthand insight on funds that apply to work trucks and fuel use reduction. Review fund allocations and learn more about current and upcoming grants.

Green Fleet Certification: The Road to Continued Improvement in Green Fleet Initiatives
Learn how Clean Fuels Ohio developed the Ohio Green Fleets program for their constituents. The program is a technical assistance, measurement and fleet certification program specifically designed to support the green initiatives within a fleet’s operation through positive branding exposure, measurement of emissions, along with carbon and petroleum use reductions. In this session, you will learn how a green fleet program can assist fleet management personnel in developing a comprehensive and measurable methodology to advance the fleet’s green mission with upper management. Spofforth will share the dramatic results and cost savings being experienced by fleet operations in Ohio.
Presented by: Sam Spofforth, Executive Director, Clean Fuels Ohio (Columbus, OH)

Hybrid Hydraulic Trucks: A Technology and Recent Demonstrations Update
Hydraulic hybrid systems are a key hybrid technology option for fleets but sometimes are not well understood by users. Gain more detailed information and learn about the best applications and examples of in-use successes for this hybrid technology.
Presented by: John Kargul, Director of Technology Transfer, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (Ann Arbor, MI)

Navistar, Inc. — Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Navistar is expanding its hybrid and electric vehicle lineup. Learn how Navistar’s vehicles can support your business by going green while saving green.
Presented by: Navistar Representative

Vehicle Electrification Technologies
Vehicle electrification technologies and products are a viable solution for manufacturers and fleets searching for fuel economy and emissions reduction options. Learn the products available for fleets and their best applications.
Presented by: Jeff Bannister, General Manager, Advanced Products, Engineered Machined Products (Escanaba, MI)

BREAKOUT SESSIONS
3:50PM–4:20PM
A New Engine: Hydrogen Fuel Cells Power Work Trucks with Zero Emissions
Hear firsthand from a hydrogen engine developer and builder how hydrogen-powered Class 8 trucks have become a viable solution for today’s short-haul applications. They are at least 30% cheaper to operate than diesel or LNG trucks and offer higher horsepower and torque output. In addition, zero-emission trucks may help lessen the resistance to “Short Haul Trucking Expansions.”
Presented by: Martin Schuermann, CEO & President, Vision Industries Corp. (Pacific Palisades, CA)

Energy Storage: Status and Challenges for Use in Electric and Hybrid Electric Trucks
Energy storage is crucial in electric and hybrid electric systems and their successful use in fleets. If you are using or planning to use these systems, it is important to find out the current status and future of energy storage and the challenges still being faced.
Presented by: Tom Apalenek, Senior Principal Systems Engineer, BAE Systems Electronics, Intelligence & Support, BAE Systems (Johnson City, NY); and Larry Zepp, Executive VP of Engineering, Variable Torque Motors LLC (Fort Wayne, IN)

Idle Reduction: Retrofitting for Fuel Use and Emissions Improvement
Idle-reduction has emerged as a green strategy that will likely provide fleets with substantial payback. Work trucks have proven ideal for installation of idle-reduction equipment, due to high idling hours necessary to drive auxiliary equipment, power warning lights and keep crews warm or cool. Hear real fleet experiences with the most common idle-management tactics — from high-tech to less complex, and from expensive to free. Also find out how an idle-reduction program can pay for itself.
Presented by: Matt Stewart, Senior Automotive Equipment Analyst, Department of Fleet Management, City of Chicago (Chicago, IL)

Renewable Natural Gas: Status and Challenges as a Transportation Fuel
A clean, renewable fuel is ready for fleet consideration. What is it and what are the best fleet applications?
Also, hear the decision process and successes found from utilization of this fuel.
Presented by: Mike Ippoliti, Director, Clean Transportation Solutions, CALSTART (Pasadena, CA); and Chuck White, Director, Regulatory Affairs/West, Waste Management (Sacramento, CA)

The Evolution of Auxiliary Power Units for Work Trucks
Today, the demands for making work trucks as efficient as possible are higher than ever. Learn from an experienced upfitter on how they are deploying Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) for their customers’ vocational truck applications. Hear how the new technologies and developments in APUs can help eliminate dependence on the primary propulsion engine and dramatically reduce the lifetime fuel use of the vehicle.
Presented by: Pete Dondlinger, General Director, Railroad Operations, Auto Truck Group (Bartlett, IL)

BREAKOUT SESSIONS
4:30PM–5:00PM
    
How Am I Going to Pay for This? A Review of Government Funding and Incentives
Purchasing clean fuel vehicles can often stretch fleet budgets. The federal government and many state government agencies are helping fleets minimize the cost through incentives and funding programs. Hear about the wide range of available funding and incentive programs.
Presented by: Jana Holt, Research Associate, Environmental Defense Fund (Boston, MA), SmartWay Representative, US EPA

LEEP System: Clean Powering of Auxiliary Systems for Work Trucks
AZD’s Low Emission Electric Power (LEEP™) refers to all systems where clean electric power is generated off the vehicle’s powertrain to supply a range of auxiliary systems and export power applications. Hear how this system can improve fuel economy and reduce emissions levels, and learn the best applications in
work trucks.
Presented by: Jay Sandler, Vice President, Sales, Azure Dynamics (Oak Park, MI)

Losing Weight: Lightweight Materials for Commercial Trucks
Commercial trucks don’t have to be big over-the-road vehicles to go on a “weight loss plan” for better performance, fuel efficiency and emissions reduction. Learn how lightweight materials are helping fleets.
Presented by: Dr. Carol Schutte, Team Lead for Materials Technology, Vehicle Technologies Program, U.S. Department of Energy (Washington, DC), Other speaker TBD

Propane as a Transportation Fuel
ROUSH propane-powered light- and medium-duty trucks and vans can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the nation’s dependence on foreign oil and companies’ operating costs without sacrificing horsepower, torque, towing capacity or reliability. Learn about current and future propane-powered vehicle product offerings from ROUSH and see how converting the trucks and vans in your fleet to run on propane can save your company significant amounts of money.
Presented by: Todd Mouw, Director of Sales and Marketing, ROUSH Performance Products (Livonia, MI)

Series Plug-in Hybrid Powertrains for Conversion and OEM Applications
ALTe is developing series plug-in hybrid electric vehicle powertrains focusing initially on fleet vehicles, such as delivery trucks, vans and shuttle buses in the light- to medium-duty vehicle classes. Initial applications will be retrofitted to existing vehicles, but the ultimate goal is to provide systems on an OEM basis. The first “proof of concept” powertrain conversion systems have shown 80%–200% improvements in fuel economy (base 4.6L V8 gasoline engine) depending on vehicle type and use. ALTe’s technology is based on a proprietary drive configuration that will challenge conventional vehicle architecture.
Presented by: John Thomas, CEO, ALTe LLC (Bloomfield, MI)

5:00PM–6:00PM
Networking Reception

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 2010
Alternative Fuels for Commercial Vehicles

8:00AM–8:30AM
OPENING ADDRESS
Propane — An Alternative for Clean Energy Independence: A Conversation with Jack Roush and Roy Willis
ROUSH Enterprises is a leader in the development of alternative fueled vehicles, including both electric drive and propane power ICE engines. Join Jack Roush, chairman of ROUSH Enterprises, Inc. and CEO/co-owner of Roush Fenway Racing, and Roy W. Willis, president and chief executive officer of the Propane Education and Research Council, as they discuss the role propane can play in promoting North American energy independence.
Presented by: Jack Roush, Chairman, ROUSH Enterprises, Inc. and CEO/Co-Owner Roush Fenway Racing (Livonia, MI); and Roy W. Willis, President and Chief Executive Officer, Propane Education and Research Council (Washington, DC)

8:30AM–9:30AM
Natural Gas: Advances for Commercial Vehicles
The use of natural gas as a transportation fuel is nothing new. In fact, it is a leading clean alternative fuel being used in commercial vehicles today. Unfortunately, during the 1990s, natural gas developed a bad reputation due to technology and infrastructure issues. Since that time, there have been many advances in natural gas — supply, product, infrastructure and funding — that have addressed many of these issues. Learn what’s new with natural gas that makes it a viable transportation fuel for the 21st century.
Panel Moderator: Stephe Yborra, Director of Market Analysis, Education & Communications, Natural Gas Vehicles for America (Washington, DC)
Panelists: Michael Eaves, Vice President Technology Advancement, Clean Energy (Seal Beach, CA); Judy McTigue, Medium Duty Product Marketing Manager, Kenworth Truck Company (Kirkland, WA); Patric Ouellette, Chief Technology Officer, Westport Innovations (Vancouver, BC, Canada); and Bill Zobel, Vice President, Business Development, Trillium USA (Escondido, CA)

9:40AM–10:40AM
Biodiesel: Factors for Successful Fleet Use
Biodiesel is a leading alternative fuel for commercial vehicle use. However, there are several factors to consider when switching your fleet to biodiesel. This panel presentation will address many of these issues and report on both successful and unsuccessful attempts by fleets to utilize various biodiesel products.  
Panel Moderator: Tom Verry, Director of Outreach and Development, National Biodiesel Board (Jefferson City, MO)
Panelists: Phil Filosi, Vehicle Maintenance Operations Manager, Valley Proteins (Winchester, VA); and Kevin Walkowicz, Advanced Vehicle Testing Activity Lead, National Renewable Energy Lab (Golden, CO)  

10:50AM–11:50AM
Electric Drive: Designing for Applications in Commercial Trucks        
Electric trucks are becoming a viable transportation option for commercial vehicles in many short-range and inner city applications. Hear updates from industry leaders in the development of electric drive systems for commercial vehicles on developments in this rapidly expanding area and how electric drive is being designed and integrated into commercial vehicles.
Panel Moderator: Brian Wynne, President, Electric Drive Transportation Association (Washington, DC)
Panelists: Bryan Hansel, CEO,  Smith Electric Vehicles (Kansas City, MO); Ron Iacobelli, Chief Technology Officer, Azure Dynamics (Burnaby, BC, Canada); Lyle Shuey, Vice President of Marketing and Sales, Bright Automotive, Inc. (Anderson, IN); and Michael Stark, Senior Technical Sales Manager, Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporation (Gaffney, SC)
        
11:50AM–12:00PM
Closing Remarks


GREEN TRUCK RIDE-AND-DRIVE
Put yourself in the driver’s seat or take a ride in cutting-edge work trucks that feature the latest in clean alternative fuel vehicles at the Green Truck Ride-and-Drive. Sign up on-site on the show floor.

Wednesday, March 10, 12:00PM–4:30PM
Thursday, March 11, 12:00PM–4:30PM

See What’s Green on the Show Floor
To address today’s growing interest and demand for clean alternative vehicles, technologies and fuels, check out the CALSTART Clean Technology and Fuels Pavilion on the show floor.

REGISTRATION
Special discounted Summit rates starting at $129 are available with purchase of certain Work Truck Show packages. Visit NTEA.com for registration details and for hotel information.  Hotels fill up quickly, so reserve your room(s) today! Green Truck Summit SOLD OUT. See you in 2011!