Over 13 million people work in transportation and transportation-related industries. To teach so many people, you need flexible but effective training tools and methods. Some fleets may need foundational training, while others may only need occasional upskilling. Learn how you can use commercial on-site driving simulators for training without a permanent installation.
Key challenges and solutions for on-demand truck driving training
Challenge: Only occasional driver training is needed
Not every transportation business has consistent training needs. A company may only need training during seasonal periods, when an accident occurs, or as an annual refresh for established drivers. It is difficult to find the high-quality training a professional driving simulator offers without requiring a permanent installation.
Solution: Mobile driving simulator training sessions
Instead of purchasing a driving simulator, have Driver Training Solutions deliver its Compact TranSim™ to your organization. This offers the experiential learning drivers need without requiring the space for a permanent installation. Customizable scenarios and courses ensure hyper-focused training that drivers need without losing engagement.
Challenge: Limited resources for quality training
Sometimes, companies need to think creatively about how to work around available resources while offering top-notch safety training. A company may not have enough open space for a permanent driving simulator installation. A manager may need to prove the ROI in a simulator. No matter the reason, you do not want limited resources to affect the safety of your drivers.
Solution: Ready-to-roll driving simulator training
Instead of using resources to build a permanent driving simulator, invest in Driver Training Solutions’ commercial mobile driving simulator training. We’ll travel to you, where you will receive high-quality, on-site training by experienced instructors. Once the training is done, our team will pack up and leave your space cleared for other operational needs.
Challenge: Limited access to expert simulator training
You may already have excellent driving trainers available, but they may not have the skills to use a driving simulator for training. The time it takes for instructors to become efficient at driving simulator training can limit how soon your drivers receive the education they need. Additionally, you’ll need to create scenarios and the curriculum for trainers and drivers to follow.
Solution: Turnkey simulator training that comes with expert instructors
When you choose Driver Training Solutions' on-site driving simulator training, you get the Compact TranSim™, a fully built curriculum and expert trainers. Our curriculum will be designed ahead of time to meet your fleet’s unique needs. Once we’ve arrived, your fleet of drivers can start high-quality safety training immediately.
Why choose Driver Training Solutions for on-site driving simulator training?
Compact but complete training experience
Compact TranSim™ has everything our permanent installation version has. This includes physical cab elements (seatbelts, mirrors, brake pedals, etc.), numerous scenarios to address driver performance gaps, and force-feedback for a real feel during practice. Additionally, it comes with expert instructors who will run the training sessions for you.
Engaging training sessions
Despite being virtual scenarios, Driver Training Solutions provides a very physical experience. Drivers can adjust mirrors, operate gear shifts, and experience force feedback as they turn and brake during every scenario. Taking control of a realistic vehicle, they focus and build better muscle memory.
State-of-the-art software
Our training software blends Unreal Engine graphics with proprietary road-surface software - resulting in a unique training experience. Drivers will feel the difference when operating a vehicle on a wet road compared to an icy one. This will teach drivers to compensate for different situations while remaining in a safe environment.
Year of training experience at your fingertips
Driving trainers and driver simulator trainers are two distinct roles. Driver Training Solutions’ mobile simulator lab includes instructors with knowledge of both roles. You will get the combination of experienced drivers and those who know our simulators inside and out - that way, your team receives the best training possible.
Our mobile simulator offers a wide range of driving courses - from the fundamentals to very specific experiences. We can also further customize these courses to better suit your fleet’s needs.
Curriculum
- Distracted driving
- Winter driving
- Lane changes
- SMART defensive driving
- Close-quarters maneuvering
- Adverse conditions driving
- Fuel management
- Hazard management
- Commentary driving
- Decision driving
- Complex Controls & Multi-Component Operation
- Negotiating intersections
- Rollover prevention
- Fatigue management
- Pre-trip inspections
- Emergency maneuvers
Frequently asked questions
Why do organizations choose on-premise driver training instead of sending drivers off-site or using classroom-only programs?
On-premise driver training provides more managerial control than off-site training. Fleet managers can ensure their drivers are getting the training they need. Classroom training can be helpful, but it does not provide the physical experience that an on-site simulator training does. Overall, on-premise training reduces downtime, improves resource utilization, and creates more confident drivers.
What types of vehicles, routes, and scenarios can be trained using an on-site Compact TranSim™ deployment?
Compact TranSim™ mimics realistic, brand-name vehicles commonly used within your industry. The routes and scenarios can change based on environment (urban vs. rural), weather (windy, snowy, rainy, etc.) and terrain (hills, cities with tight corners, etc.). You can also enter specific or customized routes for further direct training. All of these factors can be easily adjusted for individual scenarios or entire courses.
How can on-premise simulator training improve onboarding speed and confidence for new drivers?
The physical experience that simulators provide streamlines the training process through experiential learning. Through this teaching method, trainees build muscle memory as well. This leads to gaining operational confidence faster and more drivers on the road.
What should organizations look for in a partner delivering mobile or on-site driver training solutions?
Organizations should look for a partner that not only offers mobile simulator training, but also has happy customers, experience training others, and options for future needs. You want to build a training partnership, not a one-off event.
How does an on-site driving simulator help organizations deliver consistent training across multiple locations or shifts?
Driving Training Solutions’ on-site simulator training can deliver consistent training over multiple sessions or locations by using a standardized curriculum for all your fleets. Our trainers will build a course based on your training needs and the scenarios needed.
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About the author
Driver Training Solutions
A division of Acron Aviation
Driver Training Solutions offers highly customizable products and services to support effective delivery of content and management of training effectiveness. Our services include professional grade driving simulators, driver training services, training programs, performance assessment engines and computer-based training.
