Get out of the routine: Ideas for the truck driver’s break
Sports activities Physical fitness helps to relieve stress and recharge mentally. Rest periods can be used well to engage in physical activity. Here, of course, the location of the truck break sets the scene, but some activities are possible even in a confined space. Yoga Yoga or simple stretching exercises help to relieve muscle tension […]
When the handheld signal beckons: Correct behavior during inspections in Germany and abroad
The fact that police officers detect violations during truck inspections is common practice in a region of the world with such a high volume of transport traffic as Europe. But to find 101 violations of the weekly rest periods alone in 53 inspected trucks within a few hours of action is remarkable – as happened […]
Winter tyre obligation: These regulations apply to trucks
For more safety on winter roads: Transport companies already have to deal with the winter tire obligation and generally…
Why the Semiconductor Shortage Is Here to Stay
It’s impossible to envision a more complex series of manufacturing and distribution operations than those found in the semiconductor supply chain. There are numerous supply chain steps, beginning with material procurement and ending with silicon wafer manufacture, chip and processor assembly and testing, and last but not least – global shipment. To further complicate matters, […]
5 ways to make sure your truck driver stays
What is it that keeps a company’s drivers loyal? Drivers may stay for a variety of reasons, but we’ve limited the list down to five: #1 A salary to be able to live on One of the most important considerations in attracting and maintaining top-tier employees is providing them with competitive salaries. Additionally, drivers need […]
New EU regulations for Road Freight Transports in 2022
We have already reported on the adoption of the EU Mobility Pact in a blog article and now the following new regulations resulting from it, will be introduced in 2022: Adhere to break after cabotage The term cabotage refers to the provision of transport services within a country by a foreign transport company. The basic […]
Cargo security on trucks: 6 practical tips for a safe load
Every year, many accidents happen on German roads due to inadequately secured loads in road freight transport. If you follow our basic rules, some of them can be prevented.
Winter tyres: Legislation for HGV in Europe
For more safety on winter roads: Transport companies already have to deal with the winter tyre obligation and generally…
HGV truck toll: Toll changes in 2021
Austria Austria increased tolls for HGVs of 3.5 t or more with four or more axles from the beginning of 2021. The basic kilometre rate of the Austrian road toll for charging infrastructure costs was adjusted to the inflation rate and increased by 1.5 per cent. The reduction of 1.5 percent for trucks with the […]
Danielas column: The GPS, the bridge and me
It started when I was a newcomer on a MAN swap body train, working the night shift on line. Towards the meeting point, trailer to the ramp, swap truck with another forwarding agency. Ok…it was quite easy. Wellaaa…except for driving up to the ramp. That still caused me a lot of problems. But I managed […]
