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HTUF's Hiring!

12/21/2011 12:37:46 PM

We're excited to announce that HTUF is hiring! Read the job description and requirements below.

Job Description:
CALSTART is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced leader to be the Director of the Hybrid, Electric and Advanced Truck Users Forum (HTUF) program. The Director would need to have the vision, skills and energy to help us transform the market and technology for advanced medium and heavy-duty vehicles. Leading a team, the Director will oversee and be accountable for all aspects of CALSTART’s hybrid, electric and advanced vehicle deployment projects working in conjunction with fleets, suppliers, and vehicle manufacturers. The Director should ideally have strong standing in the medium- and heavy-duty industry; good knowledge of fleet needs and barriers; understand technology commercialization strategies and bring a strategic vision to the many facets of technology and market transformation. The candidate will be responsible for the portfolio of CALSTART HTUF projects, including fleet working groups, fleet deployment and pooled purchase efforts, outreach and support activities, annual conference and agenda, data acquisition and evaluation efforts; and vehicle drive cycle information. In this leadership role, the candidate will also lead major proposal efforts for new funding; and provide briefings and presentations to key stakeholders and technical conferences.

The Organization:
CALSTART is North America’s leading advanced transportation consortium working to accelerate commercialization of clean, energy efficient transportation technologies and services. The organization serves as a strategic broker on behalf of over 145 participating companies and agencies. Founded in 1992, CALSTART has developed and managed over $200 million in technology development and industry support programs. CALSTART has been instrumental in building the necessary public-private partnerships to bring promising vehicles, fuels and propulsion systems to the market. The organization currently has major programs to facilitate the commercialization of hybrid trucks and buses, fuel cell and hydrogen buses, and other alternative fuels and advanced transportation technologies.   HTUF is presently the largest CALSTART technology commercialization program.

Responsibilities:
Plan, develop and implement the overall strategic direction of the Hybrid, Electric and Advanced Truck Users Forum (HTUF), including meeting its commercialization goals through fleet deployment, technology development and assessment and working group strategies:
-   Work with project team to develop new and expand existing HTUF implementation strategies, including working groups;
-   Coordinate and lead major interactions with fleet representatives;
-   Interact with vehicle manufacturers and systems suppliers to understand the status of their development activities;
-   Develop and manage HTUF Program Budget;
-   Oversee all technical and market research and support activities:
-   Strategic vision and overall theme and agenda of HTUF National Meetings:
-   Ensure national meetings drive success of HTUF activities.
-   Represent CALSTART and HTUF at conferences and stakeholder meetings;
-   Lead funding development and proposal efforts related to HTUF activities.

Qualifications:
Exceptional leadership and project management expertise including visioning, organizing, planning, budget administration, implementation, and product delivery. Needs to have a strong understanding of and comfort with technical issues and analysis techniques and knowledge of what it takes to move advanced tech products to market.

Required Skills:
-   Strong leadership and organizational skills and strategic planning capabilities, coupled with exceptional work ethic, drive and hands-on project operations;
-   Excellent group facilitation and leadership capabilities;
-   Ten years or more of progressive leadership and industry knowledge
-   Strong knowledge of advanced vehicle technologies as well as market introduction and commercialization strategies;
-   Excellent written and oral communication skills;
-   Excellent interpersonal skills;
-   Successful business operation and business development track record.

Personal Attributes:
-   Strong attention to details;
-   Ability to work well in team environment;
-   Highly inquisitive mind open to new ideas and problem-solving;
-   Self-starting and driven, takes ownership and responsibility;
-   Performs well under pressure, with a variety of input to meet deadlines;
-   Desire to continuously innovate and improve HTUF activities;
-   Passionate about CALSTART mission.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
Deep knowledge of the medium and heavy-duty advanced transportation technologies industry and vehicle markets is a significant advantage. While an engineering, business or science degree is not required it is desired, as are advanced degrees and strong business and people skills. Proven track record of managing diverse groups and interests toward successful action and results.

Compensation and Benefits:
CALSTART is offering a highly competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications, including salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, retirement and an industry-leading incentive program. Preferences for location are the organization’s California or Colorado offices, but other locations that support HTUF national needs, will be entertained.

How to Apply:
Applicants should send their responses in email form only and must include both a current resume and a thoughtful cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this position. A salary history is also requested. Female and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should email their information to:   mdfructuoso@weststart.org and insert “HTUF Director” in subject heading.

Contact Information:
Fax - 626-744-5610
Email - mguzman@calstart.org
Web Site – www.calstart.org


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Hybrid DiaLog 2011

12/21/2011 12:33:03 PM

A row of trucks prepped for the ride and drive at HTUF 2011 in Baltimore, MD, Ocotber 13, 2011

Check out the latest edition of the HTUF DiaLOG

Catch up on previous editions here at the DiaLOG archive.
You can subscribe for free too! Contact us at 626/744-5600

Download the Nov/Dec 2011 Edition

In this issue:

11th Annual HTUF Conference Highlights Expanded Technology Focus
HTUF Working Group Updates: Construction Equipment Test Results Coming; Telecom Working Group to Issue RFP
E-Truck Task Force Unveils Key Findings and Recommendations

The HTUF Dialog is a publication from CALSTART highlighting news and programs relevant to emerging technologies in the medium- and heavy-duty truck and bus industries. For more information on HTUF or other CALSTART programs, contact us at calstart@calstart.org or 626.744.5600.

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Happy Holidays from HTUF!

12/21/2011 12:26:01 PM

Happy, Healthy and Relaxing Holidays from your friends at HTUF

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HTUF Class 8 Working Group Tests Regional Delivery Vehicles

12/19/2011 11:09:14 AM

In 2011, the HTUF Class 8 Working Group was reactivated and CALSTART/HTUF is currently moving forward in the next phase of the working group activity by collecting data to help define the drive cycle(s) for regional delivery operations. Eight class 8 regional delivery trucks from five different fleets are planned to be instrumented with a completion date for this task expected for the spring of 2012. So far, over 13,000 miles representing 55 days of operations have been collected on two trucks operating in Southern California. Check out some photos of the trucks and the equipment below.

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HTUF 2011 Ride and Drive Video

12/7/2011 1:13:00 PM

The Hybrid, Electric and Advanced Truck (HTUF) Conference and Expo wrapped up October 13, 2011 in Baltimore with an exciting (and somewhat soggy!) Ride and Drive of some of the most advanced trucks on the planet, including many newly released electric, zero-emission vehicles. Many thanks go to the hundreds who attended, and most especially to the conference's generous sponsors, BAE Systems, Azure Dynamics, Freightliner, Eaton, Hino, and Southern Company. Save the Date: HTUF 2012 will be in Charlotte, North Carolina September 17-20, 2012.

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Construction Working Group Tests Hybrid Bulldozers

11/29/2011 11:18:00 AM

Looks like a lot of fun was had recently, as members of the HTUF Commercial Construction Equipment Users Forum (CCEUF) helped the US Navy test the latest hybrid bulldozer technology at Port Hueneme, California. Representatives from TARDEC also conducted side-by-side evaluations of the dozer with the conventional D7R and D6T dozers. Stay tuned as the working group analyzes the data and disseminates the results in the near future.

To get involved, contact the working group lead, Steve Sokolsky, ssokolsky@calstart.org

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Miss HTUF in Baltimore? No problem, get presentations here

11/23/2011 2:18:15 PM

Miss HTUF in Baltimore? No problem, get presentations here.

Presentations for attendees are available at http://calstart.org/Presentations-Login.aspx

If you were there, but misplaced ID info, please call 626/744-5600. If you couldn't make the event, but want access to the presentations, the cost is $110. Contact calstart@calstart.org for details or call 626/744-5600.

Save the Date: HTUF 2012 will be in Charlotte, North Carolina September 17-20, 2012.

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HTUF Recap: The H in HTUF Means More!

10/25/2011 11:04:16 AM

The 11th HTUF Meeting formally showcased its expansion to the Hybrid, Electric and Advanced Truck Users Forum (HTUF 2011), demonstrating the new capabilities and market introductions of hybrid, electric and advanced medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. HTUF partners CALSTART and the U.S. Army TARDEC-National Automotive Center brought together stellar business, technology, policy and academic leaders to speed faster growth. Among the key developments were:

The H in HTUF Expands: Merging Electric and Hybrid Interests and Strategies
This year’s conference had very significant participation, close to 50/50 from hybrid and electric truck manufacturers and suppliers, and this emphasis will continue moving forward. A comprehensive E-Truck Task Force session outlined the needs to grow the electric segment.

More Truck Products for Wider Applications
The 2011 Expo Hall grew to 50,000 square feet, up from 12,000 in 2010. This year’s conference saw a wide range of vehicle systems in or nearing production featuring pure electric, plug-in hybrid, hybrid electric, hydraulic hybrid, or work-site electrification. Among the vehicles on display included an Azure plug-in hybrid shuttle bus, the EVI (UPS) electric delivery van, the Freightliner hybrid electric armored truck, the Quantum plug-in hybrid pick-up-truck, and the BAE 80,000 lbs GVW hybrid electric dump truck. The OEMs are listening to their customers and are continuously improving their hybrid products. Fleets have signaled their intent to purchase more product given the right value equation.

More Flexible Funding – at the States
Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley unveiled two initiatives for Maryland truck owners incentivizing the purchase of all-electric heavy-and medium-duty trucks and idle reduction technologies. New York City announced it was close to unveiling its clean truck purchase voucher. And California signaled it is expanding its HVIP voucher to include lighter commercial e-trucks and work site idle reduction systems. Two additional changes coming to the program include a new lower weight class that makes the Transit Connect Electric eligible for funding, and, in November, school buses will get an additional $10,000 over current funding levels.

More Help in DC: Need to Work Together to Get It
A bipartisan panel of key Congressional staff observed that while budget issues dominate, they also noted the advanced truck industry has support and there still may be hope in 2011 for hybrid and electric incentives at the federal level – if we get our voices heard. HTAG, the Hybrid Electric and Advanced Truck Action Group is pursuing this. Made up of a subset of HTUF members, they advocate for purchase incentives and industry support. But we need more companies to take part now. This Baltimore Sun editorial, published during HTUF 2011, highlights the critical role of incentives in driving the early sale of these vehicles.

More Growth: First HTUF Investor Panel Sees “Bullish” Outlook for Sector
This year’s HTUF conference featured one of the nation’s leading clean energy lenders (Wells Fargo Bank) and a major cleantech investment firm (Capricorn Investments LLC). The panelists agreed that the movement toward more efficient commercial vehicles is “inevitable” and that the pace of technological change and adoption will most likely accelerate over the next five to 10 years.

More Global: HTUF Success Goes to China
Brad Hess of the U.S. Department of Commerce Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP) announced an award to CALSTART for the development of a U.S.-China Clean Truck Technology Forum. Drawing on the successes of HTUF, this partnership will connect U.S. truck and bus clean technology companies with Chinese partners and promote the export of American vehicle technologies to China.

More Leaders: 2 Prestigious Blue Sky Awards Presented
CALSTART’s prestigious Blue Sky Awards for 2011 honored two leaders: Coca-Cola was recognized for leadership in having the largest heavy-duty hybrid electric fleet in North America with more than 650 hybrid delivery trucks in major U.S. cities; Paul Skalny, Director of the Army’s TARDEC-National Automotive Center, was singled out for his long leadership in driving change in advanced military and commercial vehicles.

More Vehicles: the White House Recognizes HTUF Rides
This year’s Ride and Drive was kicked-off by Gary Guzy, White House Council on Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) Deputy Director. WBAL-TV offered a great look at the range of vehicles from hydraulic hybrid refuse trucks to range-extended electric trucks.

More Momentum: Join Us in Charlotte in 2012
Building on the success of the 2011 event, HTUF 2012 will be held next fall in Charlotte, North Carolina. Look for final dates soon!

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Video: Fleet Owner Mag on Protean Electric's In-Wheel Motor Tech

10/24/2011 11:48:14 AM

Protean Electric showed off its in-wheel motor technology at HTUF 2011 in Baltimore, MD.

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Video: Fleet Owner Mag Checks Out Freightliner's Hybrid Armored Truck

10/20/2011 9:40:44 AM

In this Fleet Owner magazine video, Freightliner's Dave Bryant shows off the company's new hybrid armored truck for Dunbar at HTUF 2011 in Baltimore.

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Video: Fleet Owner Mag Gives Hino Hybrid Overview

10/19/2011 11:41:07 AM

Fleet Owner Magazine highlights the new Hino Hybrid at HTUF 2011 in Baltimore.

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O'Malley Announces Incentives for Clean Trucks at HTUF 2011

10/18/2011 10:01:42 AM

Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley last week unveiled new incentives for the purchase of hybrid and electric trucks at the HTUF National Conference in Baltimore. Read the press release below:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GOVERNOR O’MALLEY ANNOUNCES TWO NEW TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS DURING KEYNOTE AT HYBRID TRUCK USERS FORUM NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Maryland Electric Truck Voucher & Idle Reduction Grant Programs unveiled during Governor O'Malley's keynote address will provide partial financial assistance to cover the costs associated
with all-electric trucks and on-board idle reduction technologies.

Annapolis, Maryland (October 11, 2011)—Today, Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley delivered the keynote address at the Hybrid Truck Users Forum National Conference held at the Baltimore Convention Center. During his speech, the Governor announced two new public-private partnerships, the Maryland Electric Truck Voucher Program and the Maryland Idle Reduction Grant Program. The brand new programs are funded through the Maryland Department of Transportation and the United States Environmental Protection Agency respectively. Both programs are led by the Maryland Energy Administration in partnership with the Maryland Department of Environment, the Maryland Department of Transportation and the Maryland Motor Truck Association.

“Maryland continues to be a national leader in sustainability," said Governor Martin O’Malley. “These programs promote a prosperous future with clean air and affordable transportation."

Electric Truck Grant Program
The Maryland Electric Truck (MET) Voucher Program will provide vouchers to registered Maryland Motor Truck Carriers to offset the incremental cost of higher priced 100% electric, zero-emission medium and heavy duty trucks. The program is expected to provide 25 awards to advanced-minded fleets. Additional program information will be forthcoming from the Maryland Energy Administration in November.

Idle Reduction Grant Program
The program will offset the costs of installing idle reduction in heavy duty trucks. Eligible vehicles include:
•   On-highway class 6 to class 8 heavy trucks. Buses are not eligible.
•   Maryland-registered trucks including new trucks which will be registered in Maryland.
•   Idle reduction devices must be installed in the State of Maryland.
•   New trucks must be purchased from a dealership in Maryland.
•   Leased vehicles are not eligible to apply.

More information on this program is available at http://energy.maryland.gov/Transportation/idle/.

“Smart investments in air emission control technology improve the quality of life of Marylanders,” said Malcolm Woolf, Director of MEA. “Electric transportation and idle reduction technologies clean our air, reduce health impacts from diesel pollution and drive our economy forward through the growing demand for this equipment.”

Applications for the Idle Reduction Grant Program are now being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until 4pm on June 1, 2012. The program ends September 30, 2012.

The Maryland Energy Administration's (MEA) mission is to assist Maryland citizens and businesses to save money through smart investments in energy efficiency, renewable energy and conservation. A Maryland state agency, MEA fuels the creation of green jobs by providing funds and resources to expand the use and availability of clean, safe energy in Maryland.

Media Contact:
Devan Willemsen
Office: (410) 260-7539
Cell: (443) 694-3651   Martin O’Malley
Governor
Malcolm Woolf
Director   60 West Street, Suite 300
Annapolis, MD 21401
1-800-72-ENERGY
energy.maryland.gov

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HTUF Set Up Underway

10/10/2011 11:08:44 AM

The Baltimore Convention Center's expo floor's getting crowded will all the cool new technologies at HTUF 2011. All made possible by our generous sponsors.

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Register On-Site for HTUF 2011

10/7/2011 9:23:16 AM

Pre-registration is now closed. On-site registration opens on Monday, October 6 at 12 pm at the Baltimore Convention Center.

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Here's Your Sneak Peek of -Some- Ride and Drive Vehicles

10/5/2011 11:34:27 AM

OK, there are more than 30 vehicles in the HTUF Ride & Drive this year, so we can't post all of them all here. When you show up in Baltimore next week, you'll be able to kick the tires, drive and ride along in these among many more:

Crane Carrier Refuse Truck, featuring BAE Systems HybriDrive

FreightlinerM2106Hybrid

Freightliner M2, Class 7, featuring BAE Systems HybriDrive

Hino Trucks Class 4 and 5 cab-over-engine (COE) diesel-electric hybrid

Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp MT45 All Electric Walk-in Van

TTS-I Vision Truck - Hydrogen Truck

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One More Day to Save $300!

10/5/2011 11:18:19 AM

Time is running short, as HTUF 2011 kicks off in Baltimore Monday. Whew, time flies! But don't let time pass you by too quickly, because time is money. Tomorrow's the pre-registration deadline for HTUF. Don't kiss $300 in savings goodbye. Register now at http://www.htuf2011.org

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$12.1M Available in Hybrid and Electric Truck Funding

9/27/2011 8:42:06 AM

The California Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) is a streamlined program to help speed the early market introduction of clean, low-carbon hybrid and electric trucks in California. Funded by the California Air Resources Board and managed by CALSTART, HVIP addresses the biggest barrier for fleet purchases of medium-and heavy-duty hybrids; the high incremental cost of vehicles in the early market years when production volume are still low.

Since its inception in 2010, HVIP has received $31 million in voucher requests of the $43 million available, and 1,000 advanced trucks have been ordered using the voucher system. Check out the list of eligible vehicles at: http://californiahvip.org/eligibleveh.asp. For more information on HVIP, contact Tom Brotherton at
tbrotherton@calstart.org.

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RNG Action Group Works to Jumpstart Refuse Fuel Production and Use

9/27/2011 8:35:36 AM

Renewable Natural Gas (RNG), also known as Biomethane, is made with landfill gas and has the lowest greenhouse gas impact of any transportation fuel.

In 2010, CALSTART formed the RNG Industry Action Group (IAG) to jumpstart a robust RNG market for transportation use. The mission of the RNG-IAG is to develop a strong industry at all levels of production, distribution and application.

“RNG is abundant and it’s renewable,” said John Boesel, President and CEO of CALSTART. “Using RNG recycles waste, displaces fossil fuels, mitigates criteria emissions and reduces fuel imports.”

As with other CALSTART clean transportation initiatives, such as HTUF, the RNG-IAG will coordinate industry action by representing all levels of the value chain. The group will use a unique three-pronged approach:

• Level the industry playing field by focusing on federal policy and regulation to ensure taxes and incentives are
equal for all RNG uses;

• Open pipeline access by working with the Gas Technology Institute, the CPUC and utilities to demonstrate quality,lower interconnection costs, streamline the injection process, and enable “swaps”;

• Launch a targeted outreach and education campaign to broadly convey the benefits of RNG to policymakers,
regulators, and the business community, and ensure the inclusion of RNG as a transportation fuel in relevant legislation and incentive programs.

For end use applications, the RNG-IAG will focus on the refuse industry. RNG is the ideal fuel for refuse fleets.
It is 100% compatible with CNG vehicles, a common vehicle type used for refuse operations, and it is made with
landfill gas--a by-product of the very waste refuse fleets haul.

For more information on the RNG Industry Action Group, contact: Mike Ippoliti at CALSTART, 626/744-5600.

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HTUF 2011 Set to Roll In Baltimore

9/22/2011 3:50:57 PM

The HTUF 2011 Conference & Expo marks a new momentum for the advanced truck and bus industries. Attendees in Baltimore this October 10-13 will experience the rapidly evolving landscape through program sessions, technology and vehicle displays and the HTUF Ride and Drive and Convoy.

Registration is on track for an all-time high, so log-on to www.htuf2011.org to reserve space and a discounted room reservation. Fleet professionals receive a heavily discounted registration rate and CALSTART members receive $100 off.

HTUF has evolved to mean advanced trucks, so this year’s attendees will have a fresh range of ways to view the industry:
• See and drive electric trucks and gain an understanding of emerging e-truck uses at the first ever E-Truck
Task Force Workshop.
• Hear about CALSTART’s plans to help U.S. manufacturers develop partnerships for advanced trucks and buses in the Chinese market.
• Get straight talk from peers on the realities of operating high-efficiency vehicles at an October 10th fleet only meeting. Fleet professionals are invited to an exclusive reception hosted by Southern Company that evening.

Additional HTUF 2011 highlights include keynote addresses by Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley and Sharon Burke, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Operational Energy Plans and Programs, new product announcements from leading manufacturers, and sessions on the recently announced fuel economy regulations for heavy-duty vehicles and the changing funding scene on Capitol Hill.

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Going International: US-China Clean Truck Forum

9/22/2011 3:33:56 PM

The US Department of Commerce and its International Trade Administration is awarding a grant to CALSTART to help US companies build partnerships and exports for clean, American made truck technology in China. The grant is part of President Obama’s National Export Initiative, which aims to double US exports by the end of 2014. More on this new program will be announced at the China Opportunities Workshop at HTUF 2011 in Baltimore, Oct 10-13. Don’t miss it: htuf2011.org

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