Green Truck Summit breakout sessions



Please note: Green Truck Summit is SOLD OUT. Please email registrar@ntea.com to be placed on a waiting list.

NEW for 2022! Four blocks of 20-minute breakout sessions on Tuesday, March 8 cover a variety of clean energy trends and updates. Add these sessions to your WTW22 Planner.

2–2:20 p.m. 

Green Product Update: Hino Trucks
Hino Trucks will share an update to Project Z, the Company’s development path to a comprehensive line-up of zero emissions vehicles and partnerships with technology leaders in electrification.
Presented by: Dominik Beckman, Director – Brand Experience, Hino Trucks

Green Product Update: The Shyft Group
Hear why a focus on people is what will win the EV transition for last-mile delivery.
Presented by: Eric Fisher, Vice President and General Manager, Innovations, The Shyft Group

State of the Segment: Municipal
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Bill Rogers, Administrator – Fleet Services Division, Department of Public Works, City of Indianapolis

State of the Segment: Utility
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Roger Strike, Vehicle and Equipment Procurement Specialist, Fleet Services, ComEd

2:30–2:50 p.m. 

EV Grants & Programs
There are programs in all 50 states to help support the work truck industry’s transition to electric vehicles. Learn how to leverage available grants and programs, and plan the steps required to maximize their application.
Presented by: Travis Buholtz, EV Specialist, Electrification Coalition

Green Product Update: Allison Transmission
Allison continues to deliver on its promise to provide the world’s most reliable and valued propulsion solutions with the introduction of its eGen™ family of electric hybrids (Allison eGen Flex™) and fully electric e-Axles (Allison eGen Power™). Regardless of your fleet’s position on the road to electrification, Allison has an EV solution to keep you moving forward.
Presenter: Allison Transmission Representative

Green Product Update: Clean Fuels Alliance America
Time is of the essence as OEMs and fleets take a fresh look at low-carbon biodiesel and renewable diesel usage to help slow the progression of climate change and reduce emissions in their new and legacy diesel vehicles and equipment. Find out how fleets nationwide are successfully using biodiesel blends from B20–B100 to substantially lower carbon emissions and immediately improve operational sustainability with a fuel that’s Better, Cleaner and Available Now!
Presented by: Clean Fuels Alliance America Representative

State of the Segment: Telecom
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Jimmy Pang, Sr. Manager, Fleet Operations, Engineering & Development, Verizon

3–3:20 p.m.

Green Product Update: Cenntro Automotive Corporation
Hear the latest green product updates from Cenntro Automotive Corporation. 
Presented by: Cenntro Automotive Corporation Representative

Green Product Update: SEA Electric
SEA-Drive power-system technology is a leader in its field in terms of total cost of ownership, mass and performance. These three areas are key to volume uptake without the need for incentives. SEA Electric has optimized a power-system range through simplistic design and efficient upfit to enable this to be accomplished. Discover why and how we achieved this for our customer base.
Presented by: SEA Electric Representative

State of the Segment: Emergency Services
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Marc Ellison, Director/VP Sales, InterMotive Vehicle Controls

Yes, EVs (and EV Chargers) Need Maintenance, Too
Although EVs have a lower operating cost than gas or diesel vehicles, they still require maintenance. Learn the different levels of service support major truck OEMs are offering with their medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission trucks, emerging best practices, and a little-talked-about subject – EV charger maintenance.
Presented by: Mike Terreri, Electric Vehicle Product Manager, AssetWorks

3:30–3:50 p.m.

Green Product Update: Fontaine Modification
Learn how Fontaine Modification has enhanced and expanded its engineering and integration capabilities to support the rapid growth in Clean Fuels & Electrification for commercial vehicles.  As a leader in engineering and post-production modification, Fontaine works closely with OEMs and system partners to deploy a range of green solutions including Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Battery Electric (BEV), Hybrid Electric (HEV), Fuel Cell Electric (FCEV).
Presented by: David Brosky, VP Sales & Business Development- Fontaine Modification, EV Solutions

Green Product Update: International Truck
Hear an update on the first deployment of International Truck’s eMV Series, including challenges, successes, lessons learned, and how International is helping customers transition to zero-emission vehicles. The OEM’s NEXT eMobility solutions group is dedicated to making the transition to zero-emission vehicles smooth and successful. NEXT's 5Cs approach goes beyond the vehicle and consults with the customer on infrastructure, charging, grant funding, and vehicle end of life to maximize ROI on their EV investment.
Presented by: Kevin Holland, EV Sales, International Truck; and Jason Gies, Vice President eMobility, International Truck

State of the Segment: Delivery
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Alexis Reece, CAFM, Fleet Analyst IV, Ferguson Enterprises LLC

State of the Segment: Transportation
Learn more about this key work truck industry segment and ways it’s driving toward zero-emissions.
Presented by: Michael Braband, Fleet Administrator, Pace Suburban Bus