Who is the best truck driver? In Europe – and beyond? The DAF Driver Challenge 2019 will determine this over the coming months. The competition, which is being held across 30 countries, will culminate in a spectacular international final this September, to determine which driver deserves to be crowned ‘International DAF Driver Champion 2019‘.
An excellent driver boosts the performance of a truck to its max. He or she knows how to get maximum performance from every drop of fuel. How to transport freight safely and on time during the rush hour. And how to keep a vehicle in top condition. At the same time, a good driver understands legislation like the back of their hand, takes load security in their stride and adapts easily to all weathers and every type of truck. In other words: an excellent trucker, is a real crafts(wo)man.
The DAF Driver Challenge consists of three stages. It starts with an entry, in which the driver needs to introduce themselves and explain why they are a worthy contender. Drivers can apply via drivers.daf.com. As with every craftsperson, dedication, skill and passion are the distinguishing factors.
Only the best of the best will be invited to compete in nationwide competitions, held in the coming months all over Europe and beyond. Semi-finals will determine which 16 best of the 30 national champions will participate in the International Final. That final takes place 28 and 29 September at the Goodyear proving ground in Luxembourg.
As DAF in looking for the very best driver, participation in the DAF Driver Challenge is – of course – open to all drivers, regardless of the truck brand they normally drive.
“Already for decades, we build trucks that offer market leading driver comfort and feature a wide range of vehicle technologies designed to support drivers every day,” said Richard Zink, director marketing and sales DAF Trucks. “However, it‘s the driver who unlocks a vehicle‘s true potential. So, we challenge all drivers to demonstrate their excellent driving skills behind the wheel of our excellent vehicles.”
