Second National Industry “Webinar” to Focus on stability CONTROL systems

Alexandria, VA – On May 14th, FMCSA and ATRI will co-host the second in a series of national “webinars” that provide peer-to-peer industry insights on the impacts and opportunities associated with on-board safety systems. The May 14th webinar will highlight motor carrier experiences with two leading roll stability control systems, addressing issues such as safety returns on investment (ROIs), maintenance issues, and driver perspectives. Trucking company representatives can simultaneously listen and watch the live FMCSA-sponsored “webinar” from any location in the U.S. that has internet and telephone access.

The May 14th webinar will feature Tracy McDonald, Distribution Engineer for Praxair Canada, Inc., and Don Osterberg, Vice President of Safety & Driver Training for Schneider National. Both companies have purchased, installed, and evaluated different roll stability control systems, and will provide hands-on insight on the practical experiences and benefits they’ve encountered. In addition, they will provide recommendations for maximizing the safety and economic benefits of roll stability control systems.

This webinar is the second of several webinar events that will highlight industry experiences with on-board safety technologies. Future webinars will review Collision Warning Systems and Smart Roadside and Wireless Technologies.

To register for the webinar, send an email to FMCSA_Host@dot.gov and include the words “SCS Webinar” in the subject line.

Title: Stability Control Systems

Date: Monday, May 14, 2007

Start Time: 1:00 p.m. Eastern / 10:00 a.m. Pacific

End Time: 2:30 p.m. Eastern / 11:30 a.m. Pacific

Please register by Tuesday, May 9th. Confirmation notices will be emailed within 24 hours of registration, and will contain the web address, phone number, and other relevant information. Registrations, which will offer preference to motor carriers, will be accepted for up to 150 people.

For technical questions on the webinar, contact the conference coordinator at (202) 385-2375.