to parts availability and responsiveness reflects a deeper commitment to customer uptime. “They really take customers’ uptime seriously. If they don’t have a part, they’ll fly it in or even cannibalise another unit to get you running again. That mindset makes a huge difference in our industry.” Comfort, fatigue, and driver preference Beyond mechanical performance, Cloete highlights another advantage that directly affects productivity: driver comfort. “The comfort level in a Scania is notable,” he says. “Fatigue is a big issue in our industry. We work long hours, and if a driver is more comfortable, he fatigues less, makes fewer mistakes, and causes less damage to the vehicle.” He adds that the preference among drivers is unmistakable. “There’s a fight to drive the Scania vehicles. Everyone wants to be in them.” Cloete attributes this to a combination of suspension design, ergonomics, and drivetrain technology. “The cab has air suspension, the seat is on air, and the way the gearbox software operates is incredibly smooth. It feels like
While vehicle specification and fuel efficiency play an important role, Scania’s aftermarket support is the cornerstone of the relationship.
Scania’s approach to parts availability and responsiveness reflects a deeper commitment to customer uptime.
Driver comfort can be attributed to a combination of suspension design, ergonomics, and drivetrain technology.
This resale value feeds directly into fleet renewal cycles, and this allows Cloete’s Sand and Stone to reinvest strategically while maintaining cash flow.
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