RoadStars compete in pilot TruckChallenger event
EVENTS
30 lucky guests, including RoadStars members, participated in a special event at the Mercedes-Benz Customer Experience Centre in South Yorkshire. TruckChallenger gave the guests the opportunity to experience the new innovations, such as MirrorCam on new Actros and new Arocs. They also got the chance to drive the Unimog and see the Actros Edition 1.
Taking on the challenges.
Guests competed in an array of tasks, allowing them to learn more about the vehicles and show off their skills at the same time. The ‘Agility Challenge’ tested their manoeuvring talents in the new Actros – drivers were able to try the revolutionary MirrorCam technology first-hand and discover how it increases their field of vision all around the truck and highlights blind spots.
An ‘Eco Challenge’ was also set, with drivers taking the truck for a spin around the vast 70-acre complex.
And the winner is.
Finally, the delegates snapped up the chance to take the action off road – in a mighty Unimog and a pair of robust Arocs tippers! The demanding course packed a punch but it was no sweat for the professional truckers.
There could only be, however, one overall winner at the end of the day and that very worthy driver was Chris Broughton of Lineage UK Transport, near Manchester.
Chris was presented with a beautiful watch and was thrilled with not only his performance, but also the whole experience, “Mercedes-Benz Trucks has put a lot of effort into this and I’m sure I speak for all those who attended when I say that I’ve had a great day out.”
“We have some new Actros trucks on order and I was looking forward to trying the MirrorCam system. It’s very different and will take a bit of getting used to, but I was certainly impressed with the technology. I thoroughly enjoyed driving the Arocs tipper too.”
– Chris Broughton, Driver
A special treat for RoadStars members.
Four RoadStars members received a special invitation to the event, on account of them being dedicated fans of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, who regularly engage with the RoadStars platform. Drivers Dominic, Adrian, Gareth, and Andrew thoroughly enjoyed themselves and proudly won the truck-themed quiz!
“A fun-packed day which was organised to the highest standards. Very well done Mercedes-Benz Trucks UK for setting new standards not only in the automotive industry but in looking after drivers and owners.”
– Dominic, RoadStars Member
Exceptional driving and experience.
The day was a huge success with guests and staff alike enjoying it immensely. Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ Head of Product & Marketing, Ross Paterson explained why it is so important to organise events which allow them to connect with real drivers, “Mercedes-Benz Trucks is proud to offer industry-leading products that appeal every bit as much to drivers as they do to operators. It was only logical, therefore that we should invite some of those to see and experience some of the very latest technology, including the magnificent Actros Edition 1, that we have to offer.”
All of the RoadStars were able to get stuck in with practical tasks, mingle with like-minded drivers and take away in-depth knowledge of the vehicles on offer.
“Much of the driving we witnessed was of an exceptionally high standard, and a lot of fun was had by all,” says Ross.
Would you be interested in attending a RoadStars event?
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Graham Manning
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Graham Manning
Personally, I could see how much effort Mercedes Benz trucks and their partners had put into the event and I enjoyed the range of activities we were able to participate in.
Personally, I could see how much effort Mercedes Benz trucks and their partners had put into the event and I enjoyed the range of activities we were able to participate in.