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title: The Onspot Blog – International (9)
description: The International Onspot Blog (9)
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/)
    - [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

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    - [Events](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/events/)
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# [The Onspot Blog](https://intblog.onspot.com/)

## [The Onspot system: A look at what the technician can expect](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-onspot-system-a-look-at-what-the-technician-can-expect)

[Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), November 10, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/North_America/Blog%20Images/Cover%20Picture%20Edited%20to%204x3/Onspot_Mechanic_Protrait%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-onspot-system-a-look-at-what-the-technician-can-expect)

Your company has decided to make the investment in the Onspots.  They realize the benefits and advantages associated with the automatic tire chain system.  What can you as the technician expect.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/the-onspot-system-a-look-at-what-the-technician-can-expect)

## [Truck mechanic -How can we make the working day easier?](https://intblog.onspot.com/truck-mechanic-how-can-we-make-the-working-day-easier)

[Eric Carlebom](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-carlebom-int), October 27, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20instalation%20by%20mechanic%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/truck-mechanic-how-can-we-make-the-working-day-easier)

Working as a mechanic today is an exciting job with many challenges. It is important that you stay informed and educated on everything new in the trucking industry. There is a lot of information to take in and it can be difficult to keep up with everything. We at Onspot want it to be easy for the mechanic to work with our system. See also 

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/truck-mechanic-how-can-we-make-the-working-day-easier)

## [Solving loss of traction - the mechanics solution for heavy vehicles](https://intblog.onspot.com/solving-loss-of-traction-the-mechanics-solution-for-heavy-vehicles)

[Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), October 13, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot_ambulance_with_traction%20640x%20(3).jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/solving-loss-of-traction-the-mechanics-solution-for-heavy-vehicles)

The mechanic and how to solve traction issues in cold weather conditions. Read more on how your input will help transportations running with better accuracy.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/solving-loss-of-traction-the-mechanics-solution-for-heavy-vehicles)

## [The prepared school bus driver: The key to safe transportation](https://intblog.onspot.com/trained-rescue-drivers-and-their-equipment-key-to-quick-response-time)

[Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), September 29, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/intblog.onspot.comhubfsBlog_imagesTrucks_RoadsYellow%20School%20Bus%20In%20action%20640%204-3-1.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/trained-rescue-drivers-and-their-equipment-key-to-quick-response-time)

The number one goal of every school bus driver is the transportation of all students safely. Many drivers learn from day-to-day situations how to improve their safety measures. Ultimately, over the years they develop proven methods for providing student transportation in a safe and efficient manner.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/trained-rescue-drivers-and-their-equipment-key-to-quick-response-time)

## [Drivers Manual E-training is now available for school bus drivers](https://intblog.onspot.com/drivers-manual-e-training-is-now-available-for-school-bus-drivers)

[Thomas Ancart](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/thomas), September 15, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Bus%20with%20Onspot%20on%20winter%20road%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/drivers-manual-e-training-is-now-available-for-school-bus-drivers)

Every year, millions of children take the bus every day to go to school and go home. For a short time, the school bus driver has the mission to transport young passengers safely and bring them to their destination on time. His mission becomes harder when winter is coming, as slippery roads can affect his daily routine. Learn more here

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/drivers-manual-e-training-is-now-available-for-school-bus-drivers)

## [School bus planning for winter conditions - Automatic Snow Chains](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-planning-for-winter-conditions-automatic-snow-chains)

[Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), September 1, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/intblog.onspot.comhubfsBlog_images640pxl%20%20Picturespexels-photo-760971%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-planning-for-winter-conditions-automatic-snow-chains)

Being a school bus driver carries a lot of responsibility. The main concern is getting the children to and from their school activities safely. This is challenging enough on a regular day, but now imagine it is the middle of winter with roads covered in ice and snow. Read below on how Onspot is here to help.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-planning-for-winter-conditions-automatic-snow-chains)

## [School Bus Driver- Overcoming Snow and Ice](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-overcoming-snow-and-ice)

[Shane Woodman](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/shane-woodman), August 18, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Buss%20i%20dimma%20IX.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-overcoming-snow-and-ice)

The role of a school bus driver is extremely important. You are trusted by parents all over the world to get their children to and from school safely and on-time. It is a job you should be proud of. As a school bus driver, do you often wonder what else you can do to ensure the safety of the children? I know you do. It’s because you take pride in the job. 

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/school-bus-driver-overcoming-snow-and-ice)

## [E-Training for fire truck- and ambulance drivers](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-for-fire-truck-and-ambulance-drivers)

[Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), August 4, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Rescue_driver%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-for-fire-truck-and-ambulance-drivers)

Rescue driver – you train a lot to save lives.  Arriving on time at the incident scene helps you to do that. You are always trying for the  shortest dispatch time as possible. Learn more about the new e-training for better vehicle traction

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/e-training-for-fire-truck-and-ambulance-drivers)

## [Fire & Rescue Fair -What do firefighters say about Onspot?](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-do-firefighters-say-about-onspot)

[Eric Carlebom](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-carlebom-int), July 21, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Brand%20%26%20R%C3%A4ddning%202022%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-do-firefighters-say-about-onspot)

When we recently exhibited at the "Fire and Rescue Fair in Västervik" (in Sweden), we did get many questions about Onspot. One of the questions were "can automatic snow chains be used in the summer"? Want to know more about the firefighters' questions and their experiences with automatic snow chains? Read more here

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-do-firefighters-say-about-onspot)

## [Traction help - different options for the recue vehicle driver](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-help-different-options-for-the-recue-vehicle-driver)

[Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), July 7, 2022

[![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Fire%20fighters%20with%20Onspot%20equiped%20vehicles%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-help-different-options-for-the-recue-vehicle-driver)

When saving lives you have to be on site as a rescue vehicle driver. It comes with the job. In the colder parts of the year that can be a challenge. Read about the options here.

[Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/traction-help-different-options-for-the-recue-vehicle-driver)

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