As the business world is working to recover from the effects of the nationwide lockdown that has negatively affected many companies’ revenue streams, Scania South Africa is offering support to its customers with discounted Fixed Maintenance Packages specifically for older trucks that may require servicing more frequently.

“Our business is run on a foundation of sustainability,, says Nomonde Kweyi, Scania SA’s General Manager: Marketing & Communications. “In these challenging times, where demand and volumes have dropped by up to 30% across the logistics sector, Scania South Africa is putting support behind our customers’ business recovery efforts by providing cost efficient packages across our product portfolio.”

During the nationwide lockdown, many businesses ability to trade was hampered, and this affected cash flow across the transport sector. But proper maintenance of trucks remains essential, and therefore Scania has tailored specific maintenance plans for trucks of four years and older, with a critical focus on cost optimisation. The packages are designed to meet individual business needs, ensuring maximum ability to plan financially, while increasing productivity and avoiding disruptions to daily operations.

Trucks out of warranty will now enjoy a 12-month warranty on  certain parts. Accelerated parts availability is also a priority with parts available in 24 hours across the Scania retail network.

“Many businesses have suffered supply chain problems as the lockdown has put suppliers under pressure and made importing parts difficult,” explains Nomonde. “The strength of our global logistics network has allowed us to continue to supply parts to our customers, ensuring that the productivity of their fleets is minimally affected.”

Scania is a global company with sales of trucks, buses, and service solutions in over 100 countries.

Rapid delivery means parts are available overnight to ensure minimum disruption to transport schedules and delivery contracts.

“Our top priority is partnering with our customers,” explains Alan Hugo, General Manager of Services. “We don’t follow the traditional supplier/customer relationship. We go out of our way to understand their businesses and develop solutions that offer them real value.  By delivering on this, our customers feel the Scania ‘experience’ and become part of the Scania family. We are sensitive to their challenges and are committed to developing new solutions that promote real business sustainability.”

Considering that the value of a truck changes during its lifecycle, Scania concentrates on offering competitive price determinations across their fixed maintenance packages. With up to 30% discounts offered, these packages are extremely cost-efficient and competitive.

To ensure a valid comparison was offered, Scania consulted the AA Kinsey report 2019, which investigates the average cost of vehicle services in South Africa. Comparing the Scania service packages to the average cost of servicing a double cab, it was found that the entry-level Scania fixed maintenance service package was less expensive than the service plan for an average bakkie.

“Our customers are our top priority,” says Nomonde. “Now, more than ever, we must offer them the very best value for money possible. A Scania service that costs less than the average bakkie service goes a long way in contributing to lower operational costs.”

Contact your nearest Scania dealer or phone 011-661-9600 to get more information on the fixed maintenance packages or visit www.scania.co.za.