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Agenda
Accelerating the transition to zero-emission trucking
Date: Monday, 20th March 2023
Format: Virtual panel discussion
Duration: 1 hour
Moderator:
- Wilfried Aulbur, Senior Partner, Roland Berger
Panel:
- John Lindsey, Senior Directory, eMobility North America, Schneider Electric
- Ian Hostetler, Commercial Fleet Manager, Electrify America
- James Eberhard, CEO, Fluid Truck
The transition to zero-emission (ZE) trucking has already begun, with battery electric and hydrogen vehicles leading the way. However, the market for ZE medium- and heavy-duty trucks in North America remains limited.
- What targets are in place for road freight decarbonization in North America, and are we on track to meet them?
- What’s the current size and composition of the ZE truck market in North America, and how must it evolve to meet decarbonization targets?
- Which technologies will lead North America’s road freight decarbonization efforts over the next 30 years?
- What are the main challenges to the mass adoption of ZE road freight technologies, and how can they be overcome?
In it for the long haul – the hydrogen ICE truck
Date: Tuesday, 21st March 2023
Format: Virtual panel discussion
Duration: 1 hour
Moderator:
- Bernhard Weissensteiner, Principal, Roland Berger
Panel:
- Hugh Blaxill, General Manager and Head of Engineering, MAHLE Powertrain LLC
- Pierre Steffen, Business Development Manager, KEYOU
Rather than a transition technology between diesel and electric trucks, the hydrogen ICE is gaining traction as a long-term solution that can expedite the road freight decarbonization journey, especially in the medium- and heavy-truck segments.
- Is the hydrogen ICE a viable long-term solution for commercial vehicles?
- Where does the hydrogen ICE fit in the regulatory landscape?
- How does the hydrogen ICE stack up against fuel cell and battery electric alternatives?
- What would it take to upgrade the refuelling infrastructure to accommodate the hydrogen ICE?
TCO and the electric truck
Date: Wednesday, 22nd March 2023
Time: 3pm UTC | 11am EST | 8am PST
Format: Virtual panel discussion
Duration: 1 hour
Moderator:
- Markus Baum, Partner, Roland Berger
Panel:
- Phil Weicker, Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer, Harbinger Motors
- Dexter Gauntlett, Director of Panasonic Utility eFleet Charging Solutions, Panasonic
- David Thackray, Strategic Relations Officer, Tevva Hydrogen Electric Trucks
The total cost of ownership (TCO) is the most critical factor when evaluating the investment of deploying a heavy-duty truck into a fleet. Therefore, complete transparency is required to help inform long-term purchasing decisions and encourage the transition to zero-emission road freight solutions.
- How does the TCO of a heavy-duty electric truck differ from diesel ICE alternatives?
- When will heavy-duty electric trucks become cheaper to own and operate than diesel equivalents?
- What are truck manufacturers doing to help their customers evaluate long-term purchasing decisions?
- How can the TCO of a heavy-duty electric truck be optimized to expedite the transition to zero-emission trucking?
The autonomous truck revolution
Date: Thursday, 23rd March 2023
Time: 3pm UTC | 11am EST | 8am PST
Format: Virtual panel discussion
Duration: 1 hour
Moderator:
- Bernhard Weissensteiner, Principal, Roland Berger
Panel:
- Jordan Coleman, General Counsel & VP of Policy, Kodiak Robotics
- Mufaddal Ezzy, Senior Director of Public Affairs and State & Local Government Relations, Aurora
- Tim Daniel, ADAS Segment Lead, AVL
Autonomous trucks have already made their way onto North America’s roads, but numerous technological hurdles have pushed back the timeline for mass adoption. However, the fact remains that self-driving technology could revolutionize a sector that is critical to North America’s economy.
- What are the main challenges to autonomous trucking, and how can they be overcome?
- When and where will autonomous trucking be available at scale first in North America?
- What infrastructure and services will autonomous trucks likely need, and how are stakeholders positioned to deliver them?
- How will public acceptance and the regulatory landscape affect the mass adoption of autonomous trucks across North America?
Designing the truck of the future
Date: Friday, 24th March 2023
Time: 3pm UTC | 11am EST | 8am PST
Format: Virtual panel discussion
Duration: 1 hour
Moderator:
- Wilfried Aulbur, Senior Partner, Roland Berger
Panel:
- Mario Greco, Director Strategy – Global Automotive, Novelis
- Peter Dow, VP of Engineering, REE Automotive
- Mike Roeth, Lead Trucking Efficiency & Decarbonization, NACFE
Until now, the mechanical necessities of the internal combustion engine have limited the creativity of commercial vehicle designs. However, the move toward electrified and autonomous trucks could offer designers the freedom to pursue new concepts.
- How will the transition to electric and autonomous trucks impact vehicle design?
- What are the main challenges when designing the truck of the future, and how can they be overcome?
- How will future truck design trends impact the driving experience?
- Which advanced materials will be most prominent in the truck of the future?
Knowledge Partners
AVL
With more than 10,700 employees, AVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. Drawing on its pioneering spirit, the company provides concepts, solutions and methodologies for a greener, safer and better world of mobility.
From ideation phase to serial production, the company covers vehicle architectures and platform solutions including the impact of new propulsion systems and energy carriers. As a global technology provider, AVL’s offerings range from simulation, virtualization and test automation for product development to ADAS/AD and vehicle software. The company combines state-of-the-art and highly scalable IT, software and technology solutions with its application know-how, thereby offering customers extensive tools in areas such as Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity or Embedded Systems.
Novelis
Novelis Inc. is driven by its purpose to shape a sustainable world together.
As a global leader in innovative products and services and the world’s largest recycler of aluminum, we partner with customers in the aerospace, automotive, beverage can and specialties industries to deliver solutions that maximize the benefits of lightweight aluminum throughout North America, Europe, Asia and South America.
Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminum and copper, and the metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai, India.
Roland Berger
Roland Berger, founded in 1967, is the only leading global consultancy of German heritage and European origin. With 2,400 employees working from 35 countries, we have successful operations in all major international markets.
Our 52 offices are located in the key global business hubs. The consultancy is an independent partnership owned exclusively by 230 Partners.
