Expert Panel to Discuss Future of Light-Duty Diesels in the US

         Luncheon to Feature Interactive Technology Demonstration

  WHAT:   Attendees will have the opportunity to:

          * Test drive* advanced light-duty diesel vehicles
          * Enjoy lunch with a distinguished panel of experts discussing
            diesel's future in the US
          * Learn why more and more savvy American consumers are choosing
            diesel vehicles over gasoline vehicles

  WHY:    In the face of high gasoline prices, the Diesel Technology Forum
          will present new data that shows the demand for diesel vehicles
          has never been higher.  From 2000-2005, registration of diesel
          vehicles increased by a whopping 80%.  In the all-important light-
          duty market, registration increased an unbelievable 95%.

  WHO:    Featured panelists will discuss the progress and potential for
          light-duty diesels in the US market followed by a Q&A session:

          Fritz Steinparzer, Director, Diesel Engine Research and
           Development, BMW Group
          Dr. Rudi Thom, Director of Development, Mercedes Benz Passenger
           Cars
          Bill Rutecki, Director of Diesel Products, US, Robert Bosch
           Corporation
          Michael Timmermann, Vice President, Marketing and Project
           Management, Honeywell International

  WHEN:   Wednesday, May 10, 2006
          11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. EDT
          Lunch will be served

  WHERE:  RFK Stadium (Parking Lots 6 and 7)

To view map visit: www.dieselforum.org/fileadmin/templates/Emails/Driving_Directions_01.pdf

*To participate in the ride and drive, please bring a valid drivers license and proof of health insurance*

Sponsored by the Diesel Technology Forum, in conjunction with SAE International's Government/Industry Meeting, hosted this year by the U.S. Department of Energy

The Diesel Technology Forum represents manufacturers of engines, fuel and emissions control systems. It brings together the diesel industry, the broad diesel user community, civic and public interest leaders, government regulators, academics, scientists, the petroleum industry and public health researchers to encourage the exchange of information, ideas, scientific findings and points-of-view to current and future uses of diesel technology. For more information about the Forum, visit our web site at http://www.dieselforum.org/.