--- title: The Onspot Blog – International | How to keep up with the schedule description: How to keep up with the schedule | The International Onspot Blog 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/) #### : **How to keep up with the schedule** [×](https://intblog.onspot.com/) ## [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) ## [Proper operation and maintenance: The key to running a truck for millions of miles](https://intblog.onspot.com/proper-operation-and-maintenance-the-key-to-running-a-truck-for-millions-of-miles-0) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), April 25, 2024 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Flying_W_5a%204x3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/proper-operation-and-maintenance-the-key-to-running-a-truck-for-millions-of-miles-0) My travels out West take me to a vast number of places where I meet many people along the way. Some are Onspot customers and others are not. It makes no difference to me as I value the people and conversations, good, bad, indifferent. Occasionally, I meet someone who runs the auto chains and has a unique story to tell not just about our product, but in general. Doug Stairs is one of these people. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/proper-operation-and-maintenance-the-key-to-running-a-truck-for-millions-of-miles-0) ## [Winter conditions - The challenge for fleet managers and drivers](https://intblog.onspot.com/winter-conditions-the-challenge-for-fleet-managers-and-drivers) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), January 5, 2023 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Winter%20road%20in%20sunset%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/winter-conditions-the-challenge-for-fleet-managers-and-drivers) The winter season is here again bringing with it cold temperatures and inclement weather. For many fleet managers and drivers in Europe and around the world winter presents new challenges. Wise managers and drivers implement strategic plans, utilize tools and equipment to be safe and productive during these times. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/winter-conditions-the-challenge-for-fleet-managers-and-drivers) ## [Schedule saving tips for commercial drivers](https://intblog.onspot.com/schedule-saving-tips-for-commercial-drivers) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), December 12, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Commercial%20Onspot%20Driver%20Delivering%204-3%20640x.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/schedule-saving-tips-for-commercial-drivers) The holiday season is upon us which means it's "go time" for professional delivery drivers. Unfortunately, along with the stress of seasonal demand the winter weather can create additional challenges towards completing your daily schedule on time. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/schedule-saving-tips-for-commercial-drivers) ## [Tips on how to drive during winter!](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) [Eric Carlebom](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-carlebom-int), March 21, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Trucks_Roads/Truck_icyroad_bridge%20640x%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) Experienced driver or beginner, driving on snowy and icy roads is a risky situation for everyone. These risks, however,can be reduced by applying the following advice. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-on-how-to-drive-during-winter) ## [Fleet Manager - staying efficient during bad weather](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) [Thomas Ancart](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/thomas), February 7, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/David%20Andersson%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) Here is what David Anderson, Director of Transportation & Fleet at Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Colorado has to say about Onspot automatic snow chains on their school buses: > “Onspots are great tools! Give them some [general maintenance](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/documents-manuals-brochures/service--maintenance-instructions2/) and they last the life of the bus.” # **What does a fleet manager say about Onspot?** [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) ## [What is Onspot?](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-is-onspot) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), January 24, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Onspot%20Truck%20Moving%20Like%20a%20hero%20page%20Featured%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-is-onspot) Automatic tyre chain systems can be discussed in two ways: 1) The physical properties of the system, and 2) What the system provides the user. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-is-onspot) ## [Slippery roads -Why do bridges freeze faster than roads?](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), December 6, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Bridge%20that%20freezes%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) We should pay special attention to bridges and overpasses when driving in temperatures around the freezing point. Over the years we have heard that bridges may be icy while the road is not. We have also seen signs posted before bridges and overpasses which state this for safety reasons. This condition however is an important one that should be given some consideration. So how could the bridge be icy when the road is not? Here’s why. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-why-do-bridges-freeze-faster-than-roads) ## [Tips for black ice - look, listen and react](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), November 29, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Environment/Black%20ice%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) The first winter storm of the season often catches many of us by surprise. Soon most of us will have had  our first big burst of winter weather. The snow-covered roads and plow trucks are an obvious indicator that we should be vigilant while driving. But what about when ice is present without these visual cues? Black ice is the winter threat many of us fail to observe until it’s too late.  [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/tips-for-black-ice-look-listen-react) ## [Slippery roads – traction aid in non-winter conditions](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-traction-aid-in-non-winter-conditions) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), November 1, 2018 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Buss%20i%20dimma%20IX.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/slippery-roads-traction-aid-in-non-winter-conditions) The automatic snow chains are genius when you encounter adverse road conditions in the colder seasons. With just a flip of a switch you have instant traction added so that you can get up in speed or if you need to stop, you get improved braking power. But what about the rest of the year, when you are not in the winter season? In the middle of the summer or in autumn? 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