--- title: The Onspot Blog – International (25) description: The International Onspot Blog (25) 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/) ## [Can Automatic Snow Chains be installed on a Dodge Ram?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-install-onspots-on-a-dodge-ram) [Thomas Kaiser](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/thomas-kaiser), July 6, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Ambofix_Daniel%20Ambuhl%20(1024x745)4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-install-onspots-on-a-dodge-ram) Onspot automatic snow chains can be used on several different types of vehicles; trucks, busses, coaches, rescue vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks etc. Occationally, customers come to us for help finding a solution where Onspots can be mounted on a new type of vehicle. One such exampel is the Dodge Ram.  [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-install-onspots-on-a-dodge-ram) ## [Are Automatic Snow Chains for you? Consider these 4 Questions](https://intblog.onspot.com/4-questions-to-consider-when-thinking-about-automatic-snow-chains) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), June 29, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Environment/Icyroad_4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/4-questions-to-consider-when-thinking-about-automatic-snow-chains) You’ve done the research and decided that increasing traction is important. The following four questions can help you determine if Onspot Automatic Snow Chains are the right solution for you. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/4-questions-to-consider-when-thinking-about-automatic-snow-chains) ## [How onspots helped the fire brigade to save a pregnant driver](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-onspots-helped-the-fire-brigade-to-save-life) [Maritza Hernandez](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/maritza-hernandez), June 22, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Fisherville_chief_urich_4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-onspots-helped-the-fire-brigade-to-save-life) It is always a great feeling when we hear true stories from our customers especially when lives are saved. The following story was related to us recently about an incident witnessed by then-Assistant Chief Raymond Urich, Jr. of the Fisherville Volunteer Fire Company #1 in Halifax, PA in the USA.  [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-onspots-helped-the-fire-brigade-to-save-life) ## [Cargo Protection – Tips for Personal and Goods Safety](https://intblog.onspot.com/cargo-protection-tips-for-personal-and-goods-safety) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), June 15, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Commercial%20driver_4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/cargo-protection-tips-for-personal-and-goods-safety) The summer is here and so are the season challenges. We at Onspot are very concerned about our colleagues and customers in the transportation industry. During the winter months we want you to have good traction and during the summer months we want you to be safe as well. This is especially true when it comes to making sure that you and your cargo are protected in the best way. That´s why I want to share some useful tips with you out on the roads this summer. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/cargo-protection-tips-for-personal-and-goods-safety) ## [What to think of when working with transportation?](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-to-think-of-when-working-with-transportation) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), June 8, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Peter%20640x.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-to-think-of-when-working-with-transportation) The need for transports is constantly increasing in our society. It can be products on the way to the stores, parts on the way to a factory, waste transported from your home to the recycle center or people going from one town to another. In almost everything we do**,** a transport is involved.  When a personal car is not enough, most transports move by trucks or buses. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-to-think-of-when-working-with-transportation) ## [How to keep Accurate Records? The Onspot Fleet Review Program](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-keep-accurate-records-the-onspot-fleet-review-program) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), June 5, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Mounting%20Onspot_4x3-1.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-keep-accurate-records-the-onspot-fleet-review-program) Ever wonder what would happen if we did not have accurate records for certain things in our lives. Say for example you go to see the doctor or the dentist and they did not have any record of your medical history or any record of what took place during your last visit.  The same could be said for your home or car. Service work was done but there were no records kept.  Imagine driving with no license, registration, or proof of insurance.  Although not as critical as these scenarios, the same does hold true when talking about keeping accurate records of your Onspot chain system. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-keep-accurate-records-the-onspot-fleet-review-program) ## [Will truck automation improve driver satisfaction & safety?](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-truck-automation-improve-driver-satisfaction-and-safety) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 29, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Renova_Elhybrid_4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-truck-automation-improve-driver-satisfaction-and-safety) There has been quite some attention to autonomous cars and autonomous trucks recently. In a world where more and more things, e.g. trucks, are connected, technology constantly pushes the boundaries. What seemed like science fiction yesterday is now literally waiting around the corner. From a professional driver’s perspective, there are other concerns: Will autonomous trucks be a threat to my job? Actually, truck autonomy could really improve the working conditions for drivers. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-truck-automation-improve-driver-satisfaction-and-safety) ## [How to make your first Onspot installation?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-make-your-first-onspot-installation) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 19, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Mounting%20Onspot_4x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-make-your-first-onspot-installation) Think back to when you left driving school. Your mind was full of rules and regulations, dos and don’ts and a lot of advice from teachers and experienced drivers. But today, do you really remember literally all traffic signs and rules? I don’t… and do you use all the equipment in the optimal way? [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-to-make-your-first-onspot-installation) ## [Will drivers be replaced with drones?](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-drones-replace-drivers) [Daniel Corriveau](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/daniel-corriveau), May 11, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/drones_delivery_shutterstock%204x3-1.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-drones-replace-drivers) Several companies are involved in projects with [unmanned aerial vehicles](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unmanned_aerial_vehicle), also called drones. How will the use of drones impact the global transportation industry? Here are a few pros and cons. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/will-drones-replace-drivers) ## [From invention and innovation to convenience](https://intblog.onspot.com/from-invention-to-innovation) [Daniel Salomonsson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/daniel-salomonsson), May 5, 2017 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Product_Images/Bottons_Side%204x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/from-invention-to-innovation) Probably, many of us consider an invention as a ground-breaking achievement, while an innovation is ‘just’ an improvement of something existing. But, if you really think about it, what makes your working day safer and more convenient? Is it the ground-breaking inventions or the small innovations? 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