Discover the importance of testing coupling products for road safety in the transportation industry. Learn how VBG ensures top-notch quality and compliance with UNECE R55 standards.
Maximize uptime and profitability for haulage contractors with these tips on maintenance, efficiency, and driver appreciation. Learn more in this informative post.
Discover how fleet owners can create a healthy workplace for truck drivers to increase profitability, prevent accidents, and boost productivity. Learn practical tips and strategies.
Struggling to attract new workers to the haulage industry? Discover proactive tips and strategies for recruitment, employee retention, and reducing turnover costs in this insightful blog post.
Optimize your vehicle combinations for profitability and sustainability. Discover how to match truck combinations to specific transport needs and reduce costs.
Discover how a driver-assist system can lower the total cost of ownership of a truck combination. Learn how it reduces repair costs, downtime, and increases driver safety. Read more!
Discover how rust affects the total ownership cost in the truck industry. Learn why choosing the right surface finish is crucial for long-term profitability and durability. Find out how VBG's world-class surface finishing process can increase your truck's profitability.
Learn about the maximum permitted weight and length for freight transport in the Nordics by 2024. Discover the regulations in different countries and how they impact cross-border traffic. Stay informed and navigate the Nordic transport industry effectively.
Discover the most popular blog posts from The Strong Connection blog in 2023, covering topics such as sustainable transport, vehicle regulations, and scenic roads. Get insights into the future of the transportation industry and explore innovative solutions for a more efficient and integrated future.
Discover how embracing new technology and strategies in the transport sector can lead to a more sustainable, efficient, and integrated future. Explore the benefits of autonomous vehicles, electrification, and data analytics in shaping a greener and safer transportation system. Join us in creating a world where transport becomes part of the solution to our challenges.
A Step on the Road to Sustainable Road Transport- on 1 December 2023, a milestone will be achieved in the Swedish transport sector as the Swedish Transport Administration opens up 4,500 km of the Swedish road network for truck combinations up to 34.5 metres, what we call High Capacity Transport (HCT).
Discover how design can impact the service life of a product and contribute to its sustainability. Learn about VBG's approach to creating sustainable products and reducing environmental impact.
Increase your safety on the road with these 5 tips to reduce the risk of traffic accidents in the dark. Learn how to maintain good visibility and stay alert while driving.
Learn how VBG is aligning its sustainability efforts with the UN's Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Discover their focus areas and plans for a more sustainable future.
Previously, 25.25 metres was the maximum limit for truck combinations driving on Swedish roads, but now the maximum limit is being increased to 34.5 metres.
Automation is a powerful component for improving the sustainability of haulage operations by reducing unnecessary wear and energy consumption in vehicles.
How do you achieve the right function and form of a product, and what does Design mean? For VBG, Design is a working method, not just colour and appearance, and the method helps us achieve the right function and form.
Inspiration for motion for truck drivers for a stronger body with more stamina
How are operations in the transport industry optimised to achieve profitability ? Technology development and innovation can often have a positive impact, and VBG Driver Assist, an innovative support system for drivers, helps Dagab.
Since the requirements for underrun protection, UNECE R58 rev3, are based on a specific maximum deflection, truck frames must correspond to the rigidity levels that components are designed and tested for at VBG.
The tastiest barbecue recipe this summer
It's time to get moving. Use your breaks for movement, suggests Peter Martinsson, who wants to inspire movement in our driver’s jobs that provides a stronger body that helps to prevent injury.
How should you eat and sleep optimally as a professional driver? Read our tips on food and sleep.
In the event of a collision, the underrun protection prevents smaller vehicles from becoming lodged underneath the truck or trailer. But how do you know which underrun protection is best for your truck combination? What laws and regulations exist concerning underrun protection?
To increase the safety and service life of your coupling equipment, it is essential that it is carefully and regularly inspected. Trailer couplings are road safety products, and they must be inspected and maintained to ensure that they function optimally. With just a little effort, you can keep your truck’s coupling in good condition, while at the same time feeling safe on the roads.
Denmark is planning to reduce emissions with new mileage fees for trucks, and VBG Driver Assist is generating interest – read our trendspotting and insights from the Transport Herning 2023 trade fair.
How do hauliers and drivers handle the cleaning and maintenance of their trucks after many miles on winter roads?
Uptime and delivery reliability are key to success as a carrier, but what should you as a vehicle manager consider? How can you create the best conditions for efficiency and profitability?
Finland made the decision early to invest in HCT and now has a thriving transport industry BPW Kraatz Oy shares its perspectives on why it has been such a success.
Do more business as a bodybuilder by getting help to find information about regulatory changes and upcoming challenges in the transport industry, so that as a bodybuilder you can make the right choice for both your business and your customer's.
Tips that will help create a safe and secure work environment for truck drivers as a profession at risk of injury.
5 tips on how you, as a haulier, can meet tomorrow’s requirements and expectations, both regarding your customers and your drivers.
VBG Driver Assist, an assistance system for truck drivers, reduces your damage costs and downtime by means of reliable radar technology. Reduce the cost of jackknifing and coupling damage for your vehicle fleet.
We have made a list our most appreciated blog articles from 2022 and present you with informative reading signed by our experts.
Electrification, High Capacity Transport, REEL Regional Electrified Logistics are just some of the trends and initiatives that are high on the agenda for accelerating the transition from fossil to sustainable alternatives within the transport sector. VBG's experts summarise the year 2022 within the transport industry .
High Capacity Transport (HCT) making great strides in the Nordics and EU. Sweden will allow longer combinations, Norway is expanding its road networks. and the EU is working on the EU Green Freight Package with changes to the directive for dimensions & weight.
Working together with future drivers, we are developing innovative solutions to improve safety on our roads. And how can a driver assistance system improve the driver’s work environment?
Being a truck bodybuilder has its challenges. Zetterbergs shares the benefits of working with VBG’s pre-assembled solutions for bodybuilders.
Since the requirements for underrun protection, UNECE R58 rev3, are based on a specific maximum deflection, truck frames must correspond to the rigidity levels that components are designed and tested for at VBG.
With intelligent transport solutions, more digitalisation, and reduced CO2 emissions, as well as the pursuit of climate neutrality, the industry is taking great strides towards tomorrow’s sustainable solutions.
Save money and time by less jackknifing damages. Can be reached with a supportive warning system for the driver in the cabin, VBG Driver Assist.
Sustainability, efficiency, electrification and driver shortages in the transport industry were among the hot topics at Elmia Lastbil 2022
VBG conducted a customer survey and found that jackknifing is a problem for which most customers would like a solution.
Every truck driver knows how to couple a trailer. But not everyone knows the best and safest way to do so. Do you?
Why are all VBG trailer couplings red? What does VBG mean? Why do VBG coupling bolts come in 57mm as standard?
On 1 September 2019, new regulations concerning underrun protection (UNECE R58 Revision 3) came into force. The new regulations will affect many operators in the transport industry.
VBG investigated the trends and developments currently underway in the transport industry when we visited Commercial Vehicle Show i Birmingham.
Regulations on the length and weight of freight transport differ significantly in the Nordic countries. Finland stands out in terms of “longest and heaviest” by being far ahead in the development of High Capacity Transport (HTC) but investigations and tests are underway in several countries.
It should be simple and straightforward for our distributors to place spare parts orders. VBG wants to make it easy to find the right information and part numbers for all products.
The EU’s new General Safety Regulation was approved in 2019 and comes into force in 2022. A number of items on the EU agenda relate to developing the transport industry in future. These include improving road safety and harmonising rules around vehicle combinations.
VBG driver assist makes your driving safe and efficient. VBG’s field test drivers tell us about their experiences.
10 tips how you can contribute to increased safety on our roads while also increasing your well-being.
Smart functions and accessories for trailers and trucks can be integrated into a haulier’s operations to achieve increased profitability and efficiency.
Everything you need to know about the durable surface finish on trailer couplings from VBG. A surface finishing that meets the automotive industry’s toughest requirements regarding corrosion.
Increase the service life and reduce the frequency of major repairs to your coupling, drawbar, drawbar eye, endplates and guiding funnel. Download VBG’s checklist.
Damage caused by jackknifing can be very costly in terms of repairs and time losses. By introducing a warning system for the driver in the truck cab, many incidents can be avoided.
5 articles for those of you in the transportation industry. What is whole vehicle type-approval, how can you reduce the risk of jackknifing, and what are the new regulations for underrun protection?
How will we transport our goods in the future? Electrification and smart distribution solutions are needed.
The transport industry has to reduce its negative environmental impact, while at the same time transporting a larger amount of goods! Digitalise to optimise your sustainable business.
That development is moving towards longer and heavier freight transport, which we call High Capacity Transport (HCT), is indisputable. But why is it desirable?
As a professional driver, how can you ensure safe conditions for you and your fellow road users with a new digital system that warns of jackknifing?
VBG answers questions about its new generation of couplings.
In the truck industry, UNECE R55 must be complied with to receive type approval; the regulation stipulates requirements for coupling devices.
Why is a coupling bolt from VBG exactly 57mm? To create a reliable and durable coupling, Herman Krefting increased the dimension to 57mm ∅.
What can you do to increase road safety as the days get darker?
Read our 5 simple tips in our latest blog post!
According to UNECE R58 Revision 3, all new registered vehicles must satisfy requirements relating to greater forces, have a lower ground clearance and have an increased section height of the rear underrun protection (RUP) cross-member.
5 rest areas in the Nordic countries worth stopping at during your summer road trip.
When are we stopping? Are we there yet? I need the loo! Prevent your fellow passengers from getting bored this summer by planning a few much-needed breaks and stops at places where you can create new travel memories. We have listed our Top 5 stops along the road in Denmark, Norway and Sweden
3 simple tips to help increase your safety on the roads and the safety of your fellow road users.
Calculate performance values for selecting and evaluating truck coupling equipment. A user-friendly tool for easy and convenient calculation.
HCT and the upcoming mobility package were among the topics discussed during Elmia’s digital event, Road Transport Focus. Both have major consequences for road safety and transport efficiency.
To ensure that road safety devices, such as trailer couplings, function optimally, they require inspections and maintenance. With minor effort, you can keep your truck’s coupling in good condition and feel safe on the roads. VBG makes this easier for you.
Lower ground clearance and higher test forces will reduce the number of road accidents. Read about how the new UNECE R58.03 regulation increases the safety of passengers in cars.
Read our guide with tips on what to consider when designing a vehicle combination.
A truck consists largely of steel and it has a natural tendency to rust. You can call it corrosion, oxidation or even malignant corrosive damage to the steel. This corrosive damage is often a costly story and affects many industries. An important key to reducing corrosion is surface treatment.
You probably know that new regulations for underrun protection are coming into force. There is always a certain degree of uncertainty when new regulations are introduced, and many operators in the industry are presumably thinking about how their businesses will be affected.
Focus has long been on the transport industry when it comes to its impact on the environment and climate. In recent years, advancements in technology have produced increasingly fuel-efficient, eco-friendly engines. At the same time, drivers are encouraged to adopt driving styles that minimise fuel consumption and thereby reduce both environmental impact and fuel costs. You may think it’s just about the fuel, but the issue of sustainability in the industry goes far beyond that.
Focus has long been on the transport industry when it comes to its impact on the environment and climate. In recent years, advancements in technology have produced increasingly fuel-efficient, eco-friendly engines. At the same time, drivers are encouraged to adopt driving styles that minimise fuel consumption and thereby reduce both environmental impact and fuel costs. You may think it’s just about the fuel, but the issue of sustainability in the industry goes far beyond that.
What climate targets are there and how will they go together with increased freight transport in the future? There are multiple aspects to this and one solution points to a clear environmental benefit through the utilisation of high-capacity vehicles, i.e. high capacity transport (HCT).
Operators in the transport industry face new challenges on a daily basis, which vary from haulier to haulier. However, there are common concerns that affect the entire industry, such as environmental and sustainability issues. Everyone wants to find ways to solve these issues but, at the same time, they do not want to lose business or profitability. VBG has put together a few helpful tips and ideas.
Environmental and sustainability issues are increasingly relevant, the number of companies and individuals who want to contribute to a more sustainable society is growing. This is also true in the transport industry, where operations are closely associated with fossil fuels and various emissions. Read more about what you and your company can do to reduce your carbon footprint in the transport industry.
Vehicle diagnostics have evolved from simple tools to advanced computer technology. Major technological leaps have made the work easier and transport safer through new systems which have reduced troubleshooting times and increased analysis accuracy.
Expanding the road network is a very profitable proposal, socio-economically speaking. According to the Swedish Transport Administration, positive societal benefits can be gained by expanding BK4 (bearing capacity class 4) roads. Learn about the benefits afforded by operating High Capacity Vehicles (HCV) on BK4 roads.
5 rest areas in the Nordic countries worth stopping at during your summer road trip.
When are we stopping? Are we there yet? I need the loo! Prevent your fellow passengers from getting bored this summer by planning a few much-needed breaks and stops at places where you can create new travel memories. We have listed our Top 5 stops along the road in Denmark, Norway and Sweden
Many heavy vehicles are required to couple and decouple trailers on a daily basis, and this can result in unnecessary costs and downtime. What can happen and are there ways to minimize the risks?
3 simple tips to help increase your safety on the roads and the safety of your fellow road users.
Do you need your vehicles to be able to move freely within the EU and do you want to be able to sell your vehicle in any EU country? Then it’s essential to have whole vehicle type-approval. We explain what whole vehicle type-approval entails and the applicable regulations.
Need spare parts for your truck? Here at VBG, we believe it should be straightforward and easy to find the right spare parts. Read more about our new Spare Parts Portal accessible to everyone.
3 simple tips on how to keep your coupling in top condition. Extend the service life of your coupling with simple daily checks.
What the trucking industry usually calls jackknifing is something you would prefer to avoid from both a safety and cost perspective.
VBG conducted a customer survey and found that jackknifing is a problem for which most customers would like a solution.
Keep track of fuel consumption, real-time monitoring for better delivery precision reporting. A fleet management system has many benefits, but above all it helps you boost your profitability.
Smart working environment can allow employers to kill two birds with one stone. But what does all this have to do with coupling systems? Come with us to Källeryd in the Swedish municipality of Herrljunga and we will explain.
How will we solve the acute shortage of drivers? Are technological innovations the answer? Or will a new view of the profession ensure that smart transport vehicles drive on our roads in the future? Who are tomorrow’s truck drivers and which skills will be in demand?
You can save time and money if you install this fully automatic coupling on your vehicles. One example is if you have three vehicles that you couple and decouple five times a day, after just one year – technically speaking and all things being equal – you will have saved over SEK 60,000 on working time and fuel costs alone.
Read our guide with tips on what to consider when designing a vehicle combination.
A shortage of staff results in vehicle downtime, with major consequences for all of society. Skills supply in the transport industry is a challenging problem, but one that must be solved.
That development is moving towards longer and heavier freight transport, which we call High Capacity Transport (HCT), is indisputable. But why is it desirable?
sum up the best things that happened this past year.
Lower ground clearance and higher test forces will reduce the number of road accidents. Read about how the new UNECE R58.03 regulation increases the safety of passengers in cars.
The second moment of area is a measure of the ability of a structure to resist bending/deformation, and is denoted with I and units expressed as cm4, mm4 or m4. The higher the value of I, the more rigid the structure.
Driving in the dark drastically changes the working conditions of professional drivers.
Tips and advice to boost your profitability.
We have listed 5 advantages that benefit your workday no matter if you’re a haulier or driver.
Every truck driver knows how to couple a trailer. But not everyone knows the best and safest way to do so. Do you?
On 1 September 2019, new regulations concerning underrun protection (UNECE R58 Revision 3) will come into force. The new regulations will affect many operators in the transport industry.
As a truck salesman, you naturally want your customer to be really satisfied. When the needs are analysed and you have agreed on the specifications of the vehicle or vehicles, everything is fine. But when it comes to coupling equipment and different accessories, there are solutions that can make your customer even more satisfied.
It is no coincidence that certain professions require regular health checks and tests to ensure that the individual’s health – both physical and mental – is sufficient to maintain good safety. But what about the truck driver?
Which routes are the most scenic in the world is, of course, a matter of personal preferences, but here’s my pick of routes I’d like to drive for the scenery.
Customised solutions can sometimes be useful when adapting a product or a system to specific requirements and needs. The disadvantage, however, is that it can be expensive, time-consuming and require specialist work if the customised equipment needs to be modified at a later date.
Surface treatment is different methods to give materials and equipment certain properties. These properties can be completely different, and which or what is important depends on the context in which the component will be used.
More than half of Swedish haulage companies admit to having problems with profitability. And the situation is similar in the rest of Europe and the USA.
Servicing and maintenance must, of course, be considered a necessary cost. But another thing that affects uptime – and therefore the overall economy of your business – is your proximity to servicing facilities and service quality.
The new legislation for underrun protection, UNECE R58 rev. 3 becomes effective by September 1, 2019. Considering the consequences for different stakeholders in the industry, it's a good idea to give them a thought and be better prepared.
Increases safety, prolongs service life, and reduces the total cost of ownership. It also provides additional benefits for mechanics.
In Sweden, the lack of drivers is severe. According to Swedish transport union TYA, there will be a need for 7,000 new drivers in the coming year – and 50,000 in the next decade.
You probably know that new regulations for underrun protection are coming into force. There is always a certain degree of uncertainty when new regulations are introduced, and many operators in the industry are presumably thinking about how their businesses will be affected.
What should you consider when choosing a new combination? The vehicle combination, i.e. the truck and trailer together, that determines the degree of flexibility and customisation for your transport needs.
The next generation of warning systems is on the way and will significantly improve safety.
Many industries talk about ‘high availability’ – sometimes as a critical factor, and frequently as a strong argument. In the transport industry, ‘availability’ can have numerous meanings – everything from the range of suitable transport services and access to spare parts to servicing and roadside assistance.
Calculate performance values for selecting and evaluating truck coupling equipment. A user-friendly tool for easy and convenient calculation.
VBG impressions from Commercial Vehicle Show Birmingham 2018
How will the new rules for underrun protection affect transportation industry?
This VBG blog post covers how to reduce CO2-emissions, yet increase transport capacity
The Strong Connection - Welcome to the VBG blog