Mercedes-Benz Truck Training gets thumbs-up from JPT

Jim Pearson Transport Depot Manager, Graeme Wood says that all Jim Pearson driver trainers complete the Truck Training program along with senior drivers, and many of them go out with other company drivers and pass on many of the tips and tricks.

“There are so many features in these trucks that it is really worthwhile to have someone come and explain and demonstrate them. Glen Lewis (one of the Mercedes-Benz Truck trainers) also points out where all the savings are,” he explained.

Mr Wood says the Truck Training program helps drivers to get the most out of the advanced Mercedes-Benz engines, which have ample torque and do not need to be revved hard.

“Glen is able to demonstrate how to drive it in the torque band, rather than revving it out, so the truck is better on fuel, the truck goes better and the driver feels better too,” Mr Wood said.

“These trucks can be deceptive because they are so quiet and refined that you think they are going slowly when they aren’t revving hard, but that’s not the case. It is one thing to explain to a driver how they can save fuel, but it is much more effective to show them that they can also get over the next hill quicker,” Mr Wood added.

Jim Pearson Transport is based in Port Macquarie, in New South Wales, running mainly between Sydney and Brisbane. It operates modern trucks such as the Mercedes-Benz Actros, taking advantage of the truck’s advanced safety features and excellent fuel efficiency.

Mercedes-Benz Truck Training is available to single operators and fleets across Australia and is free of charge for new Actros customers. Training programs can be tailored for specific fleets in order to be most effective.