Ask Detroit: A live conversation about vocational powertrain technology

Ask Detroit: A live conversation about vocational powertrain technology

From automated transmissions to advanced safety systems, intelligent powertrain technology has rolled onto vocational jobsites, but how does technology tackle hyper-specific vocational tasks? What’s the best use of powertrain data in applications like construction, utility, logging and more? The Detroit powertrain team takes the hot seats to answer these questions and more during Fleet Equipment’s Editorial Webinar. Editor Jason Morgan will host Len Copeland, product marketing manager, Detroit, and Mike Stricker, director of sales, Detroit, for a vocational powertrain discussion and then open the floor for you to ask your questions. Click here to register to join the conversation on June 8 at 3 p.m. eastern.

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