This year, drivers from 27 European countries will test their expertise regarding safe and skillful truck driving.

In this competition, the driver is truly in focus – in fact he or she is right in the driver’s seat. The driver is by far the most important player in the transport operation. A skilled and well-trained driver has a greater chance of avoiding accidents and thus saving lives, at the same time as less fuel is consumed and maintenance costs for the haulage company are reduced. A good driving style also contributes to more uniform flow of traffic, and thus also a reduction in global fuel consumption and emissions.

Drivers of heavy trucks born in 1972 or later can take part in the competition. Local qualifying rounds will take place during spring 2007 at Scania dealerships throughout Europe. You start with filling in the theoretical test about regulations and safety issues then you have to prove your skill at practical tests such as precision manoeuvring, check before driving and economical and defensive driving.

The national finals will be followed by the European final featuring the winners from all the various countries, to be held at Scania’s head office in Södertälje 21-22 September 2007.

Scania driver competitions and Young European Truck Driver (YETD) is yet another step in Scania’s long-term drive to improve road safety and the status of professional drivers. It also fits in well with the European Commission’s safety target of halving the number of traffic fatalities by 2010.

During 2007 the Scania driver competitions will be held not only in Europe, but also in Australia, South Africa, South America, and some Asian countries. You can find more information on http://www.scania.com/.

We are in good company

Young European Truck Driver 2007 is endorsed by the European Commission and IRU, the International Road Transport Union. The competition is sponsored by Shell and Michelin.

European Commission

The Directorate-General for Energy and Transport supports the goals of the YETD competition – promoting awareness of safety issues amongst drivers, improving their competence, and raising the status of the profession.
 

IRU

The IRU is a global sponsor of Scania’s driver competitions. Through their national associations, the IRU represents the entire road transport industry worldwide, with 145 members in 67 countries.

Michelin

More than a century of activities committed to safety ensures that road safety at Michelin is not a trendy attitude, but a long-term mission. High technology must contribute to better fuel economy and road safety and the driver is the key getting the best out of his tires for improved safety and economy. Therefore we have invested in the Young European Truck Driver event.

Shell

High road safety is good for business and contributes to sustainable development. Shell has a strong commitment to road accident prevention and Young European Truck Driver fits hand in glove with that. The driver has the most important role in road safety and focusing on the next generation of drivers is especially important. Shell supports Young European Truck Driver because it combines a marketing initiative with an important programme.

UN Global Road Safety Week

The UN Road Safety Week will be arranged around the world on 23-29 April 2007. Scania will participate in this event by presenting the YETD 2007.

It was decided by the UN General Assemly, in October 2005, that a UN Global Road Safety Week should be arranged. The task was given to the United Nations Regional Commissions and the World Health Organization (WHO) to jointly organise the event.

Find out more about the UN Global Road Safety Week

Rules & Prizes

Get ready for Europe’s biggest truck driver competition.

Young European Truck Driver 2007 is open to all drivers of heavy trucks, aged 35 years or younger. In regional rounds, followed by national finals, the most skilled truck drivers compete with each other. One from every European country ends up in the big final in Sweden – and have the possibility to win a complete Scania R-Series rig! Here are all the details.

Stages of the YETD competition:

Stage one: Application
It is possible to apply online or by ordinary mail. There are folders to be found at Scania dealers, truck stops etc. The most convenient way, however, is to click “Apply now” at the top of this web site.

Stage two: Qualifying round
When you have sent in your application, you will receive a theoretical test link by e-mail or an ordinary mail. The test consists of questions regarding truck technology, traffic rules, fuel-efficient driving, dangerous goods etc. Questionnaire based upon the new EU directive on driver training.
How the test works online: When you have sent in your application, you will receive an e-mail with a unique link to the theoretical test. You click this link (or copy it and paste into your browser) and follow the instructions on the web page. Please note, you can only do the test once!
How the test works offline: You will receive a mail with a theoretical test. Fill it out, send it back to the address printed on the theory test.

Stage three: Regional rounds.
If you score well on the theoretical test, you will be among the ones that are picked out to go to the next round. This will take place at centrally located Scania dealers or other suitable locations in your region.
Practical test: Manoeuvring, fuel efficient driving, defensive driving and check-before-driving. Selection of regional winners to be invited to the national final.

Stage four: National final.
Winners from the regional final are invited to national final, which take place at one centrally located national Scania facility other suitable locations in the country.
Practical test: manoeuvring, fuel efficient driving, defensive driving and check-before-driving.

Stage five: European final.
Winners to the European final. Practical test: manoeuvring, fuel-efficient driving, defensive driving and check-before-driving. A great event with loads of activities, prizes and young truck drivers from around Europe.

Prizes – European final 2007

1st prize:
The winning driver receives a new R-series truck:  Specification to be decided Delivered by local distributor/dealer

2nd prize:
Unforgettable weekend with Michelin
Michelin invites the YETD 2007 second prize winner to an exceptional and  unforgettable weekend. The second prize winner will, treated as a VIP guest
and together with a friend, experience the 2007 MotoGP World Championship final in Valencia. The attractive motorcycle racing MotoGP World Championship is held
on five continents with 18 rounds every season. The bikes competing are a mix of tradition, competition and advance technology. The MotoGP World Championship
will be held in Valencia in Spain 2-4 November 2007.

3rd prize:
You will visit the home of Ferrari, the city of Maranello, and be guided through
the world-famous factory - where the successful Formula 1 cars, but also all
the other top-class Ferrari cars are manufactured. Also you will visit the test
track, where Michael Schumacher runs the first laps with each new change
made to his F1 racing car. Also you will visit the "Galleria", the Ferrari historic
museum. This will surely be a couple of days which will have its fixed place in
your memory!"