NTEA Holds Annual New Model Truck Product Conference, Sept. 29–Oct. 1
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI – Take a glimpse at the line-up of leading chassis manufacturers who will be previewing new trucks and truck product offerings at the National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) New Model Truck Product Conference (TPC).
FARMINGTON HILLS, MI – Take a glimpse at the line-up of leading chassis manufacturers who will be previewing new trucks and truck product offerings at the National Truck Equipment Association’s (NTEA) New Model Truck Product Conference (TPC). This members-only event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn Sept. 29–Oct. 1, and allows attendees to gain key technical information to prepare for working with new-model trucks and to speak directly with truck makers and product engineers on important upcoming issues.
This program offers information on technical and design changes for upcoming models, including 2010 emissions regulations. Additionally, the TPC is a place to discuss compatibility issues about truck body and equipment design, network with OEM personnel and other industry professionals, and is a resource to obtain market information and product literature.
The 10 participating chassis manufacturers include:
Dodge.
Ford Commercial Truck.
Freightliner Trucks.
General Motors Fleet and Commercial Operations.
Hino Trucks.
International Truck and Engine Corporation.
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America, Inc.
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc.
Sterling Truck Corporation.
Toyota Motor Sales USA, Inc.
Advance registration is $99 (by Sept. 19), and on-site registration is $119. For additional information about the NTEA Truck Product Conference, visit www.ntea.com or call (800) 441-NTEA (6832).
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