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title: The Onspot Blog – International (2)
description: The International Onspot Blog (2)
image: https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Assets/img/preview-image.png
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- [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/)
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    - [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

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    - [Testimonials](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/testimonials/)
    - [FAQ](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/faq/)
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    - [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/)

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# [The Onspot Blog](https://intblog.onspot.com/)

## [Never Stop Moving: How Onspot Keeps Commercial Drivers in Control](https://intblog.onspot.com/never-stop-moving-how-onspot-keeps-commercial-drivers-in-control)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), May 8, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Trucks%20on%20road%20fosile%20free%20steel%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/never-stop-moving-how-onspot-keeps-commercial-drivers-in-control)

As a commercial driver, your work is more than just a job — it’s who you are. You move the world forward, mile after mile, no matter the conditions. You don't get to choose when the weather changes. You don't get to say, “I'll wait until it clears up.” You keep going.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/never-stop-moving-how-onspot-keeps-commercial-drivers-in-control)

## [Optimize Your Onspot System: Spring Maintenance Tips](https://intblog.onspot.com/optimize-your-onspot-system-spring-maintenance-tips)

[Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), April 24, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20instalation%20by%20mechanic%20No%20name%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/optimize-your-onspot-system-spring-maintenance-tips)

Spring is finally here. Although it is officially spring, the winter season would not go quietly. The colder weather truly seems to be behind us as streets are swept clean, motorcycles take to the roads and classic cars come out of storage. During this time of the year there is also a focus by many towns and cities to start spring maintenance on their equipment and vehicles.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/optimize-your-onspot-system-spring-maintenance-tips)

## [Stay in Control: The Role of Traction and Friction in Road Safety](https://intblog.onspot.com/stay-in-control-the-role-of-traction-and-friction-in-road-safety)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), March 27, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Winter%20road%20with%20sun%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/stay-in-control-the-role-of-traction-and-friction-in-road-safety)

Having traction is essential for forward motion. While many people believe that traction is simply another word for friction, there are distinct differences between the two.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/stay-in-control-the-role-of-traction-and-friction-in-road-safety)

## [Tools and procedures for fleet efficiency: Onspot can help](https://intblog.onspot.com/tools-and-procedures-for-fleet-efficiency-onspot-can-help-0)

[Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), March 13, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Truck%20with%20onspot%20and%20winter%20tires%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tools-and-procedures-for-fleet-efficiency-onspot-can-help-0)

In today's fast-paced fleet environments, efficient operations, reduced costs, and enhanced safety are important to running a successful operation. 

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tools-and-procedures-for-fleet-efficiency-onspot-can-help-0)

## [Mechanic's Guide: An Overview of Installing Automatic Chains](https://intblog.onspot.com/mechanics-guide-an-overview-of-installing-automatic-chains-0)

[Quinten Tritle](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/quinten-tritle-1), February 27, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Mercedes%20BIC%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/mechanics-guide-an-overview-of-installing-automatic-chains-0)

Automatic snow chains have been on the market for a long time and are a proven system for increasing accessibility on slippery winter roads. The development of new trucks is fast, but Onspot stays on top of changing chassis specifications and options.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/mechanics-guide-an-overview-of-installing-automatic-chains-0)

## [E-Training Solutions for a Reliable Fleet](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-solutions-for-a-reliable-fleet)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), February 13, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20mechanic%20doing%20e-training%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-solutions-for-a-reliable-fleet)

Attention mechanics; keeping up with constant changes in vehicle components can be a challenging part of your daily routine. Read more to learn how our E-training can help you stay current in todays market!

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-solutions-for-a-reliable-fleet)

## [Automatic Snow Chains: A Winter Safety Game-Changer for Truck Mechanics](https://intblog.onspot.com/automatic-snow-chains-a-winter-safety-game-changer-for-truck-mechanics)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), January 30, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20instalation%20by%20mechanic%20No%20name%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/automatic-snow-chains-a-winter-safety-game-changer-for-truck-mechanics)

Winter poses unique challenges for truck mechanics as they strive to keep commercial vehicles safe and operational on icy roads. Read more to learn about the advantages of Onspot.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/automatic-snow-chains-a-winter-safety-game-changer-for-truck-mechanics)

## [Static vs. Kinetic Friction: Understanding the Shift](https://intblog.onspot.com/static-vs.-kinetic-friction-understanding-the-shift-0)

[Quinten Tritle](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/quinten-tritle-1), January 16, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Ambulance%20underneath%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/static-vs.-kinetic-friction-understanding-the-shift-0)

We all know the feeling when tires lose grip, and the vehicle starts skidding. Controlled skidding in a go-kart could be fun, but a heavy vehicle unexpectedly skidding on a road could cause a very dangerous situation. The skidding is due to the vehicle losing road grip and obviously, this has to do with tires and road surface and how the friction is affected.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/static-vs.-kinetic-friction-understanding-the-shift-0)

## [Happy New Year 2025!](https://intblog.onspot.com/happy-new-year-2025-0)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), January 1, 2025

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20New%20Years2022%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/happy-new-year-2025-0)

Wishing you the best this holiday season!

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/happy-new-year-2025-0)

## [Merry Christmas to you!](https://intblog.onspot.com/merry-christmas-to-you-0)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), December 25, 2024

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%202022-holiday-BlogHeader_b%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/merry-christmas-to-you-0)

Embrace the magic of the season with our warmest Merry Christmas wishes for 2024!

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/merry-christmas-to-you-0)

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