There are different possibilities of saving money looking at the truck driver. One example is the optimization of the working time of the driver. This includes the driving times, the loading at the company and the waiting time at the customer.
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Our guest author Police Commissioner Martina Habeck on new vehicle security systems.
A dream of the future: New vehicle safety systems Read More »
The mills in Brussels are grinding too slowly for 16 national, European transport associations. With the mobility package, they finally want to create clarity so that there are fairer conditions for truck drivers in Europe.
Europe’s transport associations want the mobility package Read More »
From the lifting of the Sunday driving ban for trucks to temporarily loosened driving and rest times: Martina Habeck summarizes current changes and easing of regulations that result from the Corona crisis.
Truck driving in the times of Corona: changed and loosened regulations Read More »
While numerous citizens in Germany and other countries are currently mandated to stay at home, some professions are right at the frontline right now. Thanks to courageous and committed people, we can continue our civilian life despite restrictions even in this difficult time and we wish everyone who is currently working so hard that they stay strong and healthy!
Logistics heroes at the frontline during state of emergency Read More »
The evening picture on the motorway service areas has not changed. Some of the trucks are in the exits and driveways because the drivers’ driving and resting times have expired. The reason for this is quickly found: there are not enough parking spaces.
23,300 truck parking spaces are missing on motorways Read More »
Police superintendent and traffic safety adviser of the Münster police, Marina Habeck, informs about risks in the dark and cold season and shows which standards truck drivers have to meet for safety on the road.
Truck drivers: Get safe through the dark season Read More »
Deadline and time pressure problems have been a top priority for professional drivers for many years. The causes for this are manifold. Stress with their own disposition, congestion on the highway, lack of parking spaces on the rest areas and long queues at the unloading points. This leaves its mark on health and is noticeable through irritability, inner restlessness and frustration. Our guest author Martina Habeck of the traffic accident prevention in Münster looks at the health risks and gives valuable information on health prevention.
Tips for truck drivers: Healthy on the road Read More »
In 2016, more people were killed in traffic accidents due to technical distractions than because of drunk driving. With the constant accessibility through the smartphone, the topic of distraction in traffic has become increasingly significant.
Distraction when driving a truck: Mobile phones behind the wheel are dangerous Read More »
The lack of truck drivers is becoming increasingly serious. An initiative of 14 associations has now pointed to this dangerous situation.
Truck drivers urgently wanted Read More »
Our guest author Christoph Becker, police chief inspector and traffic safety advisor of the Münster police, informs about the holiday travel regulations and the restrictions that apply to trucks.
Vacation travel regulation: Restrictions for trucks during the holiday season Read More »
On 1 July, the network of toll roads will be extended. Toll operator Toll Collect states that the electronic devices in the vehicle can then no longer have the road network on board. The effort is too big. But then the route statement disappears from the display.
Toll: The OBU gets dumber Read More »
The Federal Administrative Court (BVerG) has decided that diesel driving bans in cities can be a tried and tested means of meeting the required limits. Whether this can lead to supply shortages, remains to be seen, because even here, the court points to a proportionate action.
Diesel driving bans: Court decision with far-reaching consequences Read More »
Logistics is becoming Germany’s super industry. It is the heart of the producing and consuming society. And yet around 57,000 jobs are currently vacant. Guest author Yeliz Kavak-Küstner looks for causes and shows practical solutions.
Skilled labor shortage in logistics: Why does nobody want to do the job? Read More »
At the Nutzfahrzeugkongress (commercial vehicle congress) in Berlin, Continental provided insights into the world of the new digital tachograph. One thing is clear: everything will be easier for inspectors.
The digital tachograph gets smarter Read More »
The pre-trip-inspection is obligatory for truck drivers before each trip. But the testing tour around the vehicle before the start also helps to detect defects and breakdown potential already before the wheels are rolling. With a new app, the pre-trip-inspection can now be carried out digitally on Android devices.
New app for truck drivers for digital pre-trip-inspection Read More »
For more traffic safety, the Münster police station has launched a prevention campaign in the urban area and on the highways around Münster, in order to sensitize the road users to the dangersFor more traffic safety, the Münster police station has launched a prevention campaign in the urban area and on the highways around Münster, in order to sensitize the road users to the dangers of road diversions. Our guest writer, Christoph Becker, Chief of Police, reports.
Police Münster is launching a prevention campaign for more traffic safety Read More »
Two court decisions are dealing with hit-and-run offenses and the correct distance determination to the vehicle ahead with the help of road markers – We’re sorry, but this report is only available in German language.
New court decisions for road transport – the police headquarters inform Read More »
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