Advanced Travel Center Electrification ATE Clean Cities Coalition

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Advanced Travel Center Electrification® (ATE) Clean Cities Coalition Conference Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1

Advanced Travel Center Electrification® (ATE) Clean Cities Coalition Conference Wednesday, March 26, 2008 1

Idle. Aire ATE • Comprehensive Technology ü Idling alternative ü Improved driver environment ü

Idle. Aire ATE • Comprehensive Technology ü Idling alternative ü Improved driver environment ü Driver retention / recruiting ü Remote training tool ü Truckstop financial incentive • Network of 131 Locations in 34 States • ~8, 500 ATE Parking Spaces • 29+ Million Hours of Service • More Than 2. 8 Million Visits • 29+ Million Gallons of Fuel Conserved • 310, 000+ Metric Tons Diesel Emissions Prevented • No Expensive Truck Retrofits • PROVEN! 2

Immediate Benefits • ATE technology allows the driver to turn engine completely off •

Immediate Benefits • ATE technology allows the driver to turn engine completely off • Reduced idling results in: ü Instant and local emission reductions ü Instant fuel savings ü Quieter Neighborhoods ü Safer Highways • Only retrofit for truck is a $10 window adapter 3

Idle. Aire Today n Company History • Incorporated in 2000. Headquartered in Knoxville, TN

Idle. Aire Today n Company History • Incorporated in 2000. Headquartered in Knoxville, TN • Two Idle. Aire Patents for HVAC, Electricity and Other Services to a “parked vehicle” n Awards • R&D Magazine: “One of the 100 most technologically significant products for 2002” • U. S. EPA & State of Texas: Clean Air Excellence Awards • California: Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award • 2003 Signpost Survey: 1, 143 Random Drivers. Idle. Aire Rated Among Most Requested Non-Payroll Benefits 4

The ATE Intelligent Truss System • Safe Remote Controlled Electricity • National Electric Code

The ATE Intelligent Truss System • Safe Remote Controlled Electricity • National Electric Code § 626 Compliant • Easy Access for Upgrades and Maintenance • Safe from Impact and Water Damage • Safe Pull-Through or Nose-In Parking • No Net Parking Space Loss in Truckstops 5

Overhead Services Delivery ATE Shore. Power & More Standard Services • Remote Controlled Power

Overhead Services Delivery ATE Shore. Power & More Standard Services • Remote Controlled Power • 120/208 VAC Shore. Power • Filtered, UV Treated Heat and Air • In-Cab Touch Screen Computer – Services Access and Control – Internet Access & Email • Satellite TV • Telephone Connection Optional Services • Video & Movies on Demand • In-Cab Training (J. J. Keller) • Discount Long Distance Calling • Ethernet & Wi. Fi Internet Connections • Gold Member Discount Card 6

The ATE System Service Module (front) 7

The ATE System Service Module (front) 7

Easy Access, Simple Installation 8

Easy Access, Simple Installation 8

Products and Services n Basic Services - Basic TV HVAC and Shore Power Electricity

Products and Services n Basic Services - Basic TV HVAC and Shore Power Electricity Basic Satellite TV (22 Channels) Local Telephone and Internet Access 24 Hour Onsite and Telephone Support Cost • $2. 18/hr Retail • $1. 85/hr Fleet or Gold Card Discount n Premium Services - Premium Satellite TV - Movies-On-Demand - Internet Access n Other Products In-cab Training - Gold Card Membership - Computer Accessories - J. J. Keller Video Training Lessons • Offer Safety Skills and Training • Provide Driver Certification • Keep Drivers on the Road 9

All ATE Partners Benefit Fleet Owners Reduces Fuel, Maintenance and Insurance Costs Hedge Against

All ATE Partners Benefit Fleet Owners Reduces Fuel, Maintenance and Insurance Costs Hedge Against 120% Driver Turnover Improves Communications and Logistics Management Truck Drivers Truckstops & Fleet Terminals No Capital Investment (Infinite ROI) Filtered/UV-Treated HVAC Substantial Parking Lot Revenues Stops Idling Noise & Vibration Stops Idling Noise & Emissions Competitive Advantage in Attracting Drivers Improves Quality of Rest New Entertainment & Communication Features Environment & Community Stops Idling Noise Stops Fuel Waste Reduces Health Costs Stops Idling Emissions Efficient Energy Use Stops CO Poisoning Compliance with Clean Air Act Helps to Improve Highway Safety Reduces Illegal Parking 10

ATE Public Benefits • 29+ million gallons of diesel fuel saved • 310, 000+

ATE Public Benefits • 29+ million gallons of diesel fuel saved • 310, 000+ metric tons of emissions prevented • Drivers rest better, improving their attentiveness on the road • Quieter neighborhoods 11

Driver Value Proposition n Quiet, Restful Sleep n Easy to Use - 30% of

Driver Value Proposition n Quiet, Restful Sleep n Easy to Use - 30% of truck accidents due to sleep deprivation - Software driven - Loss of quality sleep unhealthy - Always improving n Healthier Air to Breathe - Filters out PM – a carcinogen - UVC light kills bacteria - Touch screen technology n Easier, Safer Parking - Loss of income during downtime - Demerits for fleet repair cost n High Capacity, Thermostatically Controlled Air - Removes extreme temperature conditions - Convenient & comfortable n Stress Reducing TV, Movies & Internet - 66 satellite TV channels - Movie range - new releases to classics - Internet access for private, convenient communication with family and friends 12

Strong Relationship With Travel Center Operators n Awards • “Best of Best” travel center

Strong Relationship With Travel Center Operators n Awards • “Best of Best” travel center sites • 7 of the top 8 travel centers and associations 13

Strong Momentum With Fleet Operators n Agreements with 2, 400+ Fleets and 355, 000+

Strong Momentum With Fleet Operators n Agreements with 2, 400+ Fleets and 355, 000+ Idle. Aire Accounts have been Issued - 15% “fleet” retail discount - 30% of the largest 118 U. S. long-haul fleets n More Locations = Increased Fleet Usage n Fleet Usage Climbing Recently Due to Broader Network of Locations - More ATE availability - Greater recognition among fleets 14

n Trucking Industry Delivers 88% of Nation’s Freight n Congestion on Highways will Increase

n Trucking Industry Delivers 88% of Nation’s Freight n Congestion on Highways will Increase as Economic Growth Outpaces Infrastructure n With Higher Freight Demand, More Trucks and Heightened Emissions Are Expected Freight (billions of tons) n ATE is an Environmental Mitigation Tool For Expansion and Development Freight (billions of tons) Trucking Industry Status: Big Picture and Recent Trends 14 14 12 10. 4 10. 7 10 8. 9 8 6. 7 6 4 4. 3 4. 7 4. 5 5. 2 5. 5 3. 1 2 0 1965 1970 1975 1980 1985 1990 1995 2000 2005 2011 2017 n Freight Volatility - higher in 2007 n Fleet Consolidation – big fleets continue to acquire smaller fleets n Retail Diesel Fuel Prices - $3. 82/gal. national average last week - $2. 69/gal. for the same week in 2007 (an annual increase of more than 40%) n Driver Turnover – 120%+ annually with a shortage of drivers 15

Network of Locations n Site Selection Criteria - Interstate highway or other primary freight

Network of Locations n Site Selection Criteria - Interstate highway or other primary freight lane High quality driver amenities i. e. good hot food, clean hot showers Minimum 50 ATE spaces; 35% - 40% of total parking spaces 3 - 5 day survey of trucks parked and idling at the site n Fleet Importance - Convenient to “Freight Lanes” and Customer deliveries - Avoids “Out of Route” Driving Costs - Idle. Aire value proposition: cost savings, driver retention / recruitment, remote training n Driver Importance - Convenient to freight lanes and available within HOS constraints - Availability = more frequent use n Travel Center Importance - Consistent products and services across brand - Building strong business relationships 16

Idle. Aire – 131 ATE Locations Nationwide 17

Idle. Aire – 131 ATE Locations Nationwide 17

3 ATE Locations in Louisiana Idle. Aire Sites - Petro #10 – Hammond •

3 ATE Locations in Louisiana Idle. Aire Sites - Petro #10 – Hammond • I-12, Exit 40 • 72 ATE Units - Petro #8 – Shreveport • I-20, Exit 8 • 72 ATE Units - TA #180 – Slidell • I-10, Exit 266 • 51 ATE Units 18

ATE Emission Reductions in Louisiana From Site Opening to Date Reduction Factor CO: (carbon

ATE Emission Reductions in Louisiana From Site Opening to Date Reduction Factor CO: (carbon monoxide) 32. 86 metric tons (56. 14 grams/hr) 6, 085. 72 metric tons (10, 397 grams/hr) 79. 02 metric tons (135 grams/hr) 2. 15 metric tons (3. 68 grams/hr) (volatile organic compounds) 4. 00 metric tons (6. 84 grams/hr) Total Reductions: 6, 203. 76 metric tons CO 2: (carbon dioxide) NOX: (nitrogen oxides) PM: (particulate matter) VOC: 19

Calculating ATE Emission Reductions Emission* Single Truck 50 ATE Spaces (Grams/Hour) Annual Estimate for

Calculating ATE Emission Reductions Emission* Single Truck 50 ATE Spaces (Grams/Hour) Annual Estimate for a Sample Installation (10 Hours/Day) (Metric Tons/Year) CO (Carbon Monoxide) 56. 14 10. 25 CO 2 (Carbon Dioxide) 10, 397. 00 1, 897. 45 NOX (Nitrogen Oxide) 135. 00 24. 63 PM (Particulate Matter) 3. 68 0. 67 VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) 6. 84 1. 25 10, 598. 66 grams 1, 934. 25 metric tons Total *The emission factors for CO and VOC come from EPA’s Mobile 6 Emissions Model to estimate the emissions from idling trucks. NO X and PM factors are calculated based on 2004 EPA Guidance. Diesel CO 2 emission values are based on Argonne models. 20

Summary n Benefits for All Partners - 131 Location ATE Network and Growing -

Summary n Benefits for All Partners - 131 Location ATE Network and Growing - Onsite and Telephone 24 -hour Driver Support - Truckstop Receives New Revenue Stream with No Capital Investment - Driver, Truckstop and Community Enjoy Cleaner & Quieter Environment - Reduces Driver Sleep Deprivation and Fatigue • Improves Driver Safety • Provides Cab with a Clean Air Source - Truck Owner Saves from Costs of Idling: • Fuel Use - Helps Retain Drivers • Maintenance Expenses • Reduces Driver Turnover • Wear and Repair Costs • Recruits New Drivers 21

Truckstop Electrification for the 21 st Century Bill Brothers 410 N. Cedar Bluff Road,

Truckstop Electrification for the 21 st Century Bill Brothers 410 N. Cedar Bluff Road, Suite 200 Knoxville, TN 37923 Tele: 865. 437. 3600 Fax: 865. 437. 3650 www. idleaire. com 22