Hani Mustafa is one of the Leading Automobile Journalists in India and the Only Indian Journalist to take part in the first Mercedes Benz Truck Challenge by Daimler Truck in Germany; coming home with the Runner-Up trophy

Daimler Truck AG is known as the largest and one of the most advanced truck manufacturers in the world. Trucks like the Actros and Arocs are the result of the masterminds at Daimler. Now, it’s working on a smooth shift to electric power and is coming out with new electrified trucks. As part of that, Daimler Truck launched its maiden Mercedes Benz truck challenge in 2022.

4 automotive/truck experts from around the globe were invited to take part in this challenge and Hani Mustafa from India was one of them. It is remarkable considering that Daimler doesn’t directly sell Mercedes Benz trucks in India, they sell through their subsidiary brand.

There were 4 challenges in total, all of which was held at Daimler Truck AG’s Test Track in Wörth. It’s one of the largest test tracks for trucks in Europe, along with Daimler’s truck plant which is the largest of its kind in the world. USA, UK, Sweden, India were the 4 countries which took part in the challenge, with Team India/USA finishing runner up. The challenge included testing the potential of the truck and putting the skills of the driver to the test.

Hani Mustafa is among the top 10 automobile journalists in India and the most followed auto journalist from Southern India. He’s been active in the industry for the past 13 years; hosting Flywheel auto shows since 2010, and a Jury Member at The World Car Awards since 2020.

Unlike most of the journalists who prioritise cars, Hani also covers quality content on commercial trucks and various other heavy vehicles. Hani used to be a content writer for Mathrubhumi and various other publications. Also did television shows for Surya TV, Asianet, etc.