RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – December 14, 2009 -- Heavy Duty Dialogue 2010, January 2010 in Las Vegas will feature a unique discussion on the topic: Trucking – A Ten Year View. A highlight of the annual conference will be a panel discussion featuring Denny Slagle, CEO of North American Trucks, which includes Mack Trucks, Inc. and Volvo Trucks of North America, and two industry leading analysts. Mr. Slagle will provide a major manufacturer’s perspective on how trucking can remain viable and sustainable in the face of the many significant challenges and changes coming in the next decade. Sandeep Kar, Global Program Manager - Commercial Vehicle Research, Frost and Sullivan and Clem Driscoll, president of CJ Driscoll and Associates will discuss the impact of advanced safety, environmental and energy technologies. The panel discussion will be moderated by Jim Mele, Editorial Director of Penton Media’s Fleet Owner Magazine. “The commercial vehicle industry is making major strides in the areas of fuel economy, emissions and safety systems,” stated Timothy Kraus, president and COO of Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association. “Bringing together a major manufacturer CEO and two other experts provides a unique opportunity for attendees to hear viewpoints that affect our entire industry.” Heavy Duty Dialogue '10, an exceptional business conference strategically developed for executives in the global and domestic commercial vehicle supplier industry, will be held at the Mirage in Las Vegas, Nev., on Monday, Jan 18, 2010. HDD’10 immediately precedes Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week ’10. About HDMA The Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA) has served the strategic needs of its 170+ member companies and the commercial vehicle industry since 1983. A market segment association of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA), HDMA’s mission is to be the industry’s primary advocate for the members of the commercial vehicle supplier community. With a continuous focus on its members, HDMA strives to advance the image and interests of the industry and its member companies. More details are available at www.hdma.org.
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