--- title: The Onspot Blog – International (18) description: The International Onspot Blog (18) image: https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Assets/img/preview-image.png --- [![](https://www.onspot.com/imagevault/publishedmedia/ewjmu1x672ip2pj4oovu/Onspot_Logo.png)](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/) - [Why Onspot](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/why-onspot/) - Knowledge - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/overview/) - [Ways to increase traction](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/ways-to-increase-traction/) - [For fleet managers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-fleet-managers/) - [For drivers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-drivers/) - [For mechanics](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-mechanics/) - [Rules & regulations](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/rules--regulations/) - [Knowledge centre](https://knowledge.onspot.com/knowledge-centre-for-winter-driving-and-traction) - The product - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/overview/) - [Testimonials](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/testimonials/) - [FAQ](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/faq/) - [Documents, manuals and brochures](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/documents-manuals-brochures/) - [Tech specs](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/tech-specs2/) - [Spare parts](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/spare-parts/) - [Configurator](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/configurator/) - About us - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/overview/) - [History](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/history/) - [News & Press releases](https://intblog.onspot.com/news-press-releases) - Blog - [Blog articles](https://intblog.onspot.com/) - [All about automatic snow chains](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/all-about-automatic-snow-chains) - [Traction aid for heavy vehicles](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/traction-aid-for-heavy-vehicles) - Find us - [For Dealers & Service](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/for-dealers--service/) - [Events](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/events/) - [E-Training](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/training/) - [English](https://onspot.com/?s=false) - [Contact us](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/contact-us/) # [The Onspot Blog](https://intblog.onspot.com/) ## [Modular design - why is it easier for the truck mechanics?](https://intblog.onspot.com/modular-design-why-is-it-easier-for-the-truck-mechanics) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), August 22, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/ModularDesign%20640%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/modular-design-why-is-it-easier-for-the-truck-mechanics) ```   ``` Some consider modular design as something for facilitating manufacturing, repair, and maintenance while others think that it only raises the cost for a product – without offering similar benefits. However, it all comes down to the viewer’s perspective. What is regarded merely as an unnecessary cost to one stakeholder could be a definitive advantage to another stakeholder. Let’s have a look at modular design from the mechanic’s perspective. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/modular-design-why-is-it-easier-for-the-truck-mechanics) ## [What School Bus Drivers Say about Onspot](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-school-bus-drivers-say-about-onspot) [Maritza Hernandez](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/maritza-hernandez), July 25, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/David%20Andersson%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-school-bus-drivers-say-about-onspot) Driver satisfaction is an important facet to the success of any fleet. In addition to general maintenance, driver training in all aspects of the use and function of a school bus leads to the successful, safe transportation of school children. But, what do bus drivers say about Onspot? [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-school-bus-drivers-say-about-onspot) ## [School bus driver – driving safely in winter conditions](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-driving-safely-in-winter-conditions) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), July 11, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Yellow%20School%20Bus%20In%20action%20640%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-driving-safely-in-winter-conditions) Being a reliable bus driver, bringing school kids to and from school safely, every day of the year, is not happening by accident. By educating your self and understand what measurements are available you take the control and makes it happen. Learn more how proud school bus drivers make use of good tools below. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-driving-safely-in-winter-conditions) ## [Tips for driving a school bus in winter weather](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-driving-a-school-bus-in-winter-weather) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), June 27, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/US/School_bus_US_640x.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-driving-a-school-bus-in-winter-weather) We all know that driving a school bus can be a stressful job on a good day. Winter driving conditions make an already tough job even more difficult. We have assembled six tips to help you take the stress out of driving in winter weather. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-driving-a-school-bus-in-winter-weather) ## [How the drivers keeps their Onspot ready ?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-the-drivers-keeps-their-onspot-ready) [Eric Carlebom](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-carlebom-int), June 13, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Onspot_FireTruckwithOnspot%20II640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-the-drivers-keeps-their-onspot-ready) For most countries in the world, snow and ice have given way to sunny roads, which then become the holiday route for some. We hope you made good use of your Onspot automatic snow chains in the winter, and learned about the usage tips. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-the-drivers-keeps-their-onspot-ready) ## [The critical lifesaving seconds for the rescue driver](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-critical-lifesaving-seconds-for-the-rescue-driver) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 30, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/_MG_7986.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-critical-lifesaving-seconds-for-the-rescue-driver) A common conception of a rescue operation is the fire. At a big fire, an ordinary person can do nothing but make an alarm and possibly warn others, then await fire trucks with skilled fire-fighters using the right equipment to put out the fire. Here, the public is entirely dependent on the rescue team and their operation. However, there are situations when the professional rescuers are not first in line, but instead, public acting is crucial for saving lives. Here is why seconds may count. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-critical-lifesaving-seconds-for-the-rescue-driver) ## [Is 4x4 enough to keep your vehicle safe?](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 23, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Rescue_driver%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe)  When purchasing a new vehicle, 4x4 is a common option to consider. No wonder, it’s a familiar and well-tried solution with good features for safer driving – but it’s easy to ignore its weaknesses believing there’s no better alternative. However, when reflecting on those situations where traction is really crucial for your operations, you may conclude that 4x4 is not the perfect solution, but rather a compromise. Learn more here. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe) ## [Considerations for today's ambulance](https://intblog.onspot.com/considerations-for-todays-ambulance) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), May 16, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Ambulance_driver4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/considerations-for-todays-ambulance) Safety first, never last: The ambulance of today is a sophisticated machine and whether new or reconditioned its primary goals is crew and patient safety. Here are some things to consider when looking at a new ambulance or making updates to an existing one [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/considerations-for-todays-ambulance) ## [How can rescue drivers improve their response times?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-can-rescue-drivers-improve-their-response-times) [Maritza Hernandez](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/maritza-hernandez), May 2, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Onspot-Fire%20Truck%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-can-rescue-drivers-improve-their-response-times) Achieving the shortest response time possible is key for saving lives or property at risk. But, what is response time? [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-can-rescue-drivers-improve-their-response-times) ## [A shortcut to reduce Onspot maintenance](https://intblog.onspot.com/a-shortcut-to-reduce-onspot-maintenance) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), April 18, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Onspot-Refuse%20truck%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/a-shortcut-to-reduce-onspot-maintenance) As we here on the northern hemisphere of the globe are approaching the warmer seasons, it is hard to plan for the next winter.  With some simple steps you keep your system maintained so that it can keep supporting  you the next winter. Learn how. 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