Mercedes-Benz Vans Under the Bonnet: On the Road

The Power of Team Sport

In this episode, Scott takes on one of the quiet truths of van driving: it can be seriously lonely. Long hours, solo routes, and minimal interaction can take their toll on even the most seasoned drivers.
With 17 years behind the wheel, David Curtis, the lead driver for the global life sciences business, Sciensus, knows just how lonely life on the road can be. After years of self-employment and isolation, he made the shift to working within a team – and hasn’t looked back.
Together we’re flipping the script – exploring how community, team sport, and staying connected off the road can transform the experience of life on the road.
Expect laughs, stories and honest conversations.

Evolution of Van

30 years ago, Mercedes Benz vans launched the Sprinter, a van which would become an icon on the road. Now for 30 years they’ve been a trusted partner keeping businesses moving.
In this final episode Scott looks at how over the last three decades it’s not only the vans which have evolved but it’s van drivers. Joined by guest Neil Miller from QIC, together they explore the changing face of van drivers and how they’ve shed the white van man stereotype.
Expect laughs, stories and to be taken back to 1995!

Barometer of Britain: Service Stations

In this inaugural episode of Under the Bonnet: On the Road we’re going to be hearing from one of the UK’s most distinctive voices in food journalism and judge on Celebrity Masterchef, Grace Dent.
Together Scott and Grace dive into the weird and wonderful world of UK service stations, exploring the nation’s love-hate relationship with motorway pit stops, and finding out why these roadside oases are part of the fabric of our society, especially for UK van drivers.
Expect laughs, stories, and even Grace’s go to fast food order.