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Platooning, the ability of trucks to travel close in convoy semi-autonomously, took a step towards reality in April with the staging of the European Truck Platooning Challenge 2016. The challenge showed that platooning and self-driving trucks are not something of the future anymore, it is becoming a reality. How far are the developments? A self-driving vehicle is defined as “a …

Useful information when your DKV card has been stolen or lost 1.      Card theft What must the driver do if he notices his card has been stolen or lost? If the card has been stolen or lost, the user should have the fuel card blocked immediately and – in the case of theft – report it at the nearest police …

Belgium is to introduce a new distance-based toll on 1 April 2016. In the Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels regions, toll charges will apply to motorways, ring roads and important major roads in addition to the existing toll route network.     The new toll handling system VIAPASS:  When it comes into force, the new toll will supersede the currently applicable …

As of this month a low emission zone started in Aachen. The start of this new emission zone means that all diesel vehicles without a ‘so-called’ closed loop catalytic converter (a device that controls emissions), must have a sticker. The image below shows the area where the new emission is affective since the first of February, it covers 25 km2:   …

Read this article in Dutch or French Good news for transport companies and DKV! The diesel prices in 2015 was about 12% below the level of the previous year because of global oversupply. This is good news for logistic and transport companies because low diesel prices equal lower costs. Despite these low diesel prices DKV has had the most successful …

Change within toll systems often occur, for example in tariffs. As a service-provider we want to make sure you are well informed and up-to-date on the relevant changes within the transport & logistics sector. Therefore we have made a clear overview on the relevant within toll systems for you. Make sure to visit our blog on a regular basis as we will …

The year 2016 is approaching, which means we can start looking back. This year we have been quite active on social media, and we noticed some campaigns that stood out. Out of all the great campaigns and ideas we picked the best three, we hope you enjoy it! #LastSelfie WWF Ever heard of animals taking a selfie? You might if you have …

To thank all our customers for their loyalty in 2015, we created 7 Spotify lists that fit every mood on the road. There’s even an ultimate Christmas list if you wish to splurge on some extra holiday vibes. You can find all the lists below. Or you can follow the lists on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/dkveuroservice We wish you happy holidays and …

By 1 April 2016, a new, satellite-controlled tolls system will take effect in Belgium. Currently, the only certified mode of payment is the Satellic Box issued by the tolls operator under the same name. In September 2015 the technical specifications required for incorporating boxes issued by third parties were released by Viapass. “Too late for us to be able to …

Prefer to read this article in Dutch? Click here. DKV Euro Service employs Satellic Box for settlement of new Belgian toll On April 1, 2015 a new, satellite-controlled tolls system will be introduced in Belgium, replacing the current Euro Vignette. The new toll can be paid through DKV Euro Service, which will employ the toll box of toll operator Satellic …