Seminar schedule and descriptions 
By GATS staff

 The GATS SUPERSession has the answers!

 The 2010 GATS SuperSession will address how trucks might change in the coming decade in order to meet demands for increased fuel efficiency and safety and reduced emissions. Among other things, the session will address the Department of Energy’s so-called SuperTruck program, which will invest a quarter of a billion dollars in a bid to increase heavy truck fuel economy by 50% in the next five years.

SmartSessions
Sponsored by TMTA 

The following seminars require pre-registration as well as a fee.  Please contact the TMTA offices at 1-800-727-7135 to register for one or more of the following courses. 

How to Prepare for a Safety Audit
Pre-registration is required.
$75 TMTA Members, $95 Non-Members
Thursday, August 26, 2010    1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 27, 2010         8:00 a.m. – Noon
Ideal for independent contractors and small fleets, will provide hands-on specifics about preparing for a safety audit by either the U.S. D.O.T. or state officials. 

Hours of Service Regulations
Pre-registration is required. 
$20 TMTA Members, $40 Non-Members
Saturday, August 28, 2010     10:00 a.m. – Noon
Learn what is taking place with the Hours of Service Regulations and what you need to do to comply with the rules. 

Are You Prepared for CSA 2010?
Pre-registration is required. 
$55 TMTA Members, $75 Non-Members
Thursday, August 26, 2010    1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, August 27, 2010         8:00 a.m. – Noon
Information and recommendations will be presented relating to CSA 2010, including The Seven Basics, Managing Your Score, Driver Compliance, CSA 2010 vs. SafeStat, and CSA 2010 Strategies.

CSA 2010’s Effects on Drivers
Pre-registration is required. 
$20 All Attendees
Saturday, August 28, 2010     10:00 a.m. – Noon
Focus on CSA 2010 and what drivers will need to do to cope with upcoming changes and what to expect in the future.

The following seminars are open to all GATS attendees.  There is no fee and pre-registration is not required.

California Air Resources Board – Driving Toward a Cleaner Future: Important facts for owners of heavy duty vehicles that operate in California 
This presentation will cover several CARB clean air regulations which include the Heavy-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Regulation, the Truck and Bus Regulation and the Transportation Refrigeration Unit Rule and explain what you need to know to be compliant with state laws and the funding assistance programs that are available.
Thursday, August 26, 2010                1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Friday, August 27, 2010                     10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Tire Technology To Save You Money
Find out the latest tire technology and how you can combat rising fuel costs while hauling more payload.
Thursday, August 26, 2010                2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Friday, August 27, 2010                     11:00 a.m. – Noon

Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reports
Learn how Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reports (EVIR^®) works, its benefits to carriers, how you can incorporate EVIR^® to maximize your fleet’s operational efficiencies and how EVIR^® helps you comply with CSA 2010 requirements.
Friday, August 27, 2010         10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, August 28, 2010     10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Green Option for APUs
Find out options that are environmental friendly and meet the demands for driver comfort with regard to climate control and APUs.
Friday, August 27, 2010         11:00 a.m. – Noon

Owner/Operator Taxes 101
Learn to deal with critical issues in a down economy/freight cycle and find out when and how to interact with the IRS. 
Saturday, August 28, 2010     10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

360 Degree Owner-Operator
Find out what steps you need to take to achieve and manage a fiscally fit operation.
Saturday, August 28, 2010     11:00 a.m. – Noon

Fuel Management for Fleets/Owner-Operators
This seminar is designed to inform attendees of various options available for fuel purchase optimization and how they can work best for you.
Saturday, August 28, 2010     11:00 a.m. – Noon

Partners in Business Workshop
The Partners in Business workshop will present basic and advanced business skills to prospective and existing owner-operators. Admission is free.
Fri., Aug. 21 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Sponsored by Overdrive

* Dates and times of seminars are subject to change. Check our Web site for updates – www.gatsonline.com