The star mark accompanies those who drive the economy: from vehicle selection to after-sales service.
Buying a truck is a strategic investment for the business. With the aim of supporting its customers in this key process, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses, local subsidiary of Daimler Truck, a market leader in the Argentine market, shares essential recommendations for selecting the ideal vehicle according to each application.
“Our proposal goes beyond the product: we offer professional support from the first contact, with solutions designed to maximize operations and project growth,” he states.
Guido Casaro, Network Strategy and Development Manager and Training Manager. “Training with global standards, the professionalization of our dealership network, and digital tools for real-time fleet management allow us to offer international quality service.”
Tips for a smart choice:
- Define the use and application
The first step is to clearly identify the task that the truck will perform: urban logistics, long-distance transportation, heavy loads, or specific uses such as construction or mining. The technical specifications should address this need.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks offers a range designed for the Argentine market. The New Generation of trucks incorporates efficiency, technology, and safety:
- Actros 2045 LS/36 and 2545 LS/33
designed for long distance. - Atego 1721/48, Atego 1732/42
with a redesigned look for semi-heavy cargo transport and the robust tractor - Atego 1932 LS/36
ideal for medium-distance trips in general cargo transportation.
- Evaluate operational efficiency
Beyond fuel consumption, the important thing is to reduce unproductive times, anticipate maintenance, and optimize each route. Thanks to connectivity tools, it is now possible to monitor the vehicle’s behavior in real time and make informed decisions.
The portal FleetBoard allows you to view the status of units, schedule predictive maintenance, manage driving style, and improve route planning, which directly contributes to reducing costs, increasing profitability, and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Consider technology and security
Current trucks incorporate advanced systems that not only protect the driver but also enhance the quality of service: ABS brakes, stability control, active braking assistance, ergonomic cabins, and more.
Mercedes-Benz trucks incorporate these technologies, ensuring that each unit is equipped with features aligned with the most stringent market regulations and current transportation needs.
- Analyze the total investment and financing
The acquisition price is one of the factors to consider. Evaluating the total cost of ownership, including maintenance, consumption, spare parts, resale value, and operational availability, allows for more sustainable long-term decisions.
In addition, having appropriate financing options is key. Mercedes-Benz Company Financing provides solutions such as operating leases, loans for parts and services, and tools like savings plans. These alternatives allow planning for growth without compromising the business’s liquidity.
- Choose a partner with post-sale support
Operational continuity largely depends on after-sales support. It’s not just about quality products, but having a strategic partner to accompany the entire lifecycle of the truck, thus avoiding unexpected costs and extending the vehicle’s useful life.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses offers an integral strategy: 0 km units, original spare parts and, maintenance contracts, advanced connectivity solutions and fleet management, and a national professional network.
- Access to professional advice
Having access to expert advice is important for making decisions aligned with the true needs of the business. In this regard, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses count on its own Training Center, located in the kilometer 35.5 of Pan-American Road, recently certified under the global standards of Daimler Truck.
There, more than 2,000 hours of specialized training are provided annually in sales, after-sales service, preventive maintenance, safe driving, use of digital connectivity and management tools, and new technologies, aimed at advisors, technicians, and drivers across the entire network.
With a 360° vision that covers everything from purchase to after-sales service, a professional network with international standards, technological solutions, and a strong commitment to the customer, Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Buses is consolidating itself as a strategic ally for those who drive the Argentine economy. Choosing the right truck is the first step in building a more profitable, efficient, safe, and sustainable business.