Driver Guard is UD Trucks MEENA’s driver safety and wellbeing initiative, designed to enhance on-road safety by focusing on the most important element of transport operations: the driver. The program goes beyond vehicle technology, aiming to build safer driving behaviors, improve awareness, and support drivers’ physical readiness through structured training and health assessments. By combining education, practical experience, and preventative care, Driver Guard reflects UD Trucks’ long-term commitment to creating a safer working environment for drivers, protecting customers’ operations, and contributing to safer roads across the region.
UD Trucks MEENA’s Driver Guard initiative recently made its way to Bahrain and Kuwait, bringing together professional drivers, customers, and partners for an intensive, hands-on safety training experience. The program was met with very positive feedback, with both drivers and customers praising the relevance, practicality, and immediate value of the sessions.
Designed to go beyond classroom theory, Driver Guard combines theoretical knowledge with applied, real-world driving exercises, ensuring participants can directly translate what they learn into safer behavior on the road. Before stepping into the training itself, all drivers underwent a comprehensive health check, reinforcing a core belief of Driver Guard: safety starts with the driver’s wellbeing.
The training covered a wide range of critical skills essential for today’s demanding transport environment. Drivers were guided through defensive driving techniques, helping them anticipate risks, manage hazards, and make better decisions under pressure. Close-quarter maneuvering sessions focused on precision, awareness, and control in tight spaces; an everyday challenge in urban operations and loading areas. The program also introduced advanced driving skills, equipping drivers with techniques to handle complex scenarios with greater confidence and composure.
What truly stood out was the engagement of the participants. Drivers actively shared experiences, asked questions, and applied the learnings with enthusiasm, demonstrating a strong commitment to improving their own safety and that of others on the road. Customers, in turn, highlighted the program’s value in supporting safer operations, protecting assets, and reinforcing a culture of responsibility.
With successful sessions in Bahrain and Kuwait, Driver Guard once again proved its impact as more than a training program; it is a commitment to drivers, communities, and a safer future on the road. UD Trucks MEENA remains dedicated to rolling out initiatives that protect what matters most: the people behind the wheel. In 2026, MEENA team is planning to hold 7 more Driver Guard events, in KSA, Bahrain, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar.
