November 10, 2008 -- TravelCenters of America LLC reaffirmed its plans to
distribute diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) at all of its TA and Petro branded locations in 2009.
TA makes this announcement in advance of its participation at the Diesel Exhaust Fluid Forum to
be held this week in San Diego, CA.
Tom Komos, TA’s Vice President of Fuel Supply, commented:
“TA has been working with various business partners on DEF issues since 2003, long
before SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) became the reality in the U.S. that it is today.
SCR technology using DEF has been embraced by nearly every major engine
manufacturer. Our work with these OEMs, as well as our fleet customers, urea
producers and dispensing/delivery systems manufacturers has intensified. SCR
technology and DEF are a reality; TA has been and will remain committed to help ensure
this greener, cleaner method of diesel engine operation is fully supported at 100% of our
locations to coincide with the introduction of SCR equipped trucks for the 2010 model
year.”
Mr. Komos, a 20 year industry veteran and a chemical engineer, will be an expert speaker at the
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Forum and will lead other panelists in a discussion entitled “DEF at the
Truckstop” at this forum.
A spokesperson for TA indicated that DEF is expected to be available in every TA and Petro
branded location. The timing of TA’s rollout of product availability will coincide with the
SCR/DEF-equipped engine rollout by engine manufacturers during 2009. Like other truckstop
operators, TA’s plans cover a combination of various delivery methods, including on island bulk
dispensers as well as top off quantities available in bulk and in prepackaged containers. TA’s
plans are designed to accommodate the rapid advances being made in development of supply,
distribution and dispensing technologies associated with DEF. TA is committed to continue to
working with its customers and suppliers and to continue its important role in the development of
the infrastructure for delivery of DEF nationwide, in support of the EPA’s 2010 emission
standards.
About TravelCenters of America LLC
TravelCenters of America LLC, headquartered in Westlake, Ohio is a leading national business
with travel centers in 41 states and Canada under the TravelCenters of America and Petro
Stopping Center brands. With convenient locations on interstate exits, TA and Petro offer
customers diesel and gasoline fueling services, full and quick-service restaurants, heavy truck
maintenance services, 24-hour convenience stores, electronic communication (WiFi) and other
services --- all within large, high traffic facilities. For more information on TravelCenters of
America, and the TA and Petro brands please visit www.tatravelcenters.com and
www.petrotruckstops.com.

Tom Liutkus
liutkus.tom@tatravelcenters.com
440-808-7364