Alex G. Bernasconi

ISE offers alternative-fueled, integrated hybrid drive systems that provide unprecedented reductions in harmful emissions and increased fuel economy. These include a gasoline hybrid system proven to have greater fuel efficiency by up to 63% over competing hybrids and a fuel cell hybrid system that generates zero-emissions. Its breakthrough hybrid drive systems will be showcased in the 2010 British Columbia winter games and the 2012 London summer games. ISE's industry leading energy management solutions and component products are robust additions to hybrid systems for heavy-duty vehicles. Its Remote Diagnostics System broadcasts data from vehicles via wireless internet link, enabling real-time monitoring, and reducing maintenance and servicing costs. Its best-in-class energy storage systems are light-weight and scaleable, increasing power and energy efficiency.

ISE Ltd. develops, manufactures and distributes hybrid-electric drive systems. It specializes in series hybrid-electric and all-electric/zero emission technologies, and offers energy storage systems and hybrid system components. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Poway, CA.

Freightliner Trucks manufactures and distributes heavy duty trucks. It offers on-highway, medium and severe duty, and natural gas trucks. The company was founded in 1942 and is headquartered in Portland, OR.