First fuel efficient and environmentally friendly LNG-fueled tractor in Colorado
SUMMARY: During the Annual Meeting of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association, they will unveil a fuel efficient and environmentally friendly LNG-fueled Class 8 on-highway tractor. The Peterbilt tractor is EPA SmartWay® certified. The EPA SmartWay ® program has established a comprehensive set of fuel-saving, low-emission equipment specifications for new Class 8 long-haul tractors and trailers. Opportunities for one-on-one interviews as well as the chance to climb up into the cab of the tractor will be available.
WHO: Dave Williams, Chairman, Colorado Motor Carriers Association
PACCAR-Peterbilt Representative
Ken Lloyd, Colorado Regional Air Quality Council
Colorado Representative Glen Vaad, Chairman of the House Transportation & Energy Committee
WHAT: The first LNG-fueled class 8 tractor, EPA SmartWay® Certified tractor - tractor on site
WHERE: Park Hyatt Beaver Creek (50 West Thomas Place, Avon, CO) - outside of 8100 Private Dining Room.
WHEN: Friday, September 23, 2011 - 1:30 p.m.
INTERVIEWS: In addition to participants, the following will be available:
- FMCSA Administrator Anne Ferro
- American Trucking Associations Chairman Barbara Windsor
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: A Peterbilt tractor will be on hand
Additional Information: Prior to the media event, recognition of fleets and organizations, as well as the Regional Air Quality Council, will take place in relationship to their efforts in the environmental area.
CONTACT: Patti Gillette, +1-720-560-3957, or Tracy Sakaguchi, +1-303-916-3231
/PRNewswire-USNewswire -- Sept. 21, 2011/
SOURCE American Trucking Associations
