The E-Heroes

Cumulated sales figures reveal the top-ten most driven battery-electric vehicles. Where and what electric car models are most common, as well as other information can be found in the overview below.

“Dare to Innovate”

Less debating over range, and more courage in innovation – this is how we should be laying the groundworks for a new approach to mobility, according to Prof. Dr. Günther Schuh.

Competitive Factor Climate

Losses of millions due to floods or low water: Even the economy is affected by the consequences of climate change. The world association TIC Council accompanies companies on the way to sustainability.

In Case of Traffic Jam, Form Rescue Lane!

In 1963, 26-year-old police officer Karl-Heinz Kalow proposed rescue lane legislation to the German authorities. In 1971, the corresponding law entered force. We provide an overview of how the rescue lane works both in Germany and other countries around the world.

Go with the Flow

James Cooke works as a Behavioural Leadership Coach in the middle of the North Sea, some 150 kilometres from the British coastline, on a platform producing hydrocarbons. For DEKRA, he reports on the perks and challenges of working in the waves.

Up, Up, Up!

José Calvache (47) has been a crane inspector at the Lyon branch of DEKRA Industrial SAS for 15 years. He has experienced a great deal, but fortunately he never gets stuck in a rut in his dangerous job. Each and every inspection requires the utmost concentration and courage.

Red Alert

Every day, more than 500 children and young people die in road traffic accidents around the world. The DEKRA Road Safety Report 2019 provides insight as to the causes, and measures to improve this horrific toll.

On the Way to General Inspection 4.0

Periodical vehicle checks of the future will be data driven. Even today, many processes are being digitized and automated. The best example of this is DEKRA’s inspection station in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen, opened in the spring of 2019.

Death in the Blind Spot

Every victim is one too many. According to figures published by German automobile club ADAC, 34 cyclists lost their lives last year in accidents involving trucks turning a corner.

Five Safety Tips for Unloading Containers

Severe accidents still happen frequently during the unloading of freight containers. These tips give advice how to play it safe.

Big Wheels – Big Data

Data reduces fuel consumption, enables precise forecasts on the vehicle, makes logistics more efficient and is absolutely necessary for automated driving. But how do you protect them and who do they actually belong to?

S-pedelec: Getting to Work at 45 kmh

Getting to work without traffic jams – the s-pedelec could be the solution. Our author carried out the self-experiment and switched from the car to an electrically driven e-bike of the fast-paced type.