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Transportbranchen - [Insider](https://blog.vbg.eu/en/tag/insider) - [Service och reparation](https://blog.vbg.eu/en/tag/service-och-reparation) ![How Dagab uses VBG Driver Assist](https://blog.vbg.eu/hubfs/Dagabekipage_w14%202026.png) ~ 5 min #### How Dagab uses VBG Driver Assist In a workflow where every minute counts, Dagab has chosen VBG Driver Assist to make trailer coupling more consistent and safer. Here, we explain why they chose ... [![Jan Höglund](https://blog.vbg.eu/hs-fs/hubfs/5195_Jan%20H%C3%B6glund%20500x500.jpg?width=26&name=5195_Jan%20H%C3%B6glund%20500x500.jpg) Jan Höglund 21 Apr 2026](https://blog.vbg.eu/en/how-dagab-uses-vbg-driver-assist) ![How to protect your investment and extend the system’s lifespan](https://blog.vbg.eu/hubfs/VBG_Norway_-6804.png) \> 5 min #### How to protect your investment and extend the system’s lifespan Taking care of the systems and components already in your fleet is one of the simplest ways to improve profitability. By following recommended service ... 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