What do you need for starting school – checklist

Das wichtigste für den Schulstart

Before the first day of school, children and parents alike are excited, the children are facing a new phase in their lives and the time has finally come! Boys and girls look forward to the day, which is an important milestone in life and lays the foundation for learning, fun and new friendships. Most children between the ages of five […]

Real-time kinematics – what is it?

Satellite-based navigation systems are used in many areas, including for measuring or staking out certain areas. Systems such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo or Beidou are used here. In order to determine the position coordinates as precisely as possible, real-time kinematics is used, known in English as real time kinematics, or RTK for short . Functionality and position accuracy of real-time kinematics Horizontally, […]

Satellite geodesy – what is it actually?

Satellitengeodäsie und GPS-Satelliten

Artificial spacecraft, also known as artificial earth satellites, have been used for earth measurement for several decades . Geodesy refers to the measurement and imaging of the earth’s surface; satellite geodesy is an independent branch of this scientific measurement.  Satellites and various methods are used for geodetic measurements with high accuracy. Using fixed ground stations and mobile radio receivers, it is possible to calculate […]

Speed ​​Limit – How fast is too fast?

Strafen bei Ãœberschreitung der Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung

Many traffic accidents are the result of excessive speed; those who caused the accident often drove too fast and were no longer able to react appropriately in an emergency. Therefore, the legislature has set a speed limit for all routes in the Road Traffic Regulations , or StVO for short . The specified speed limit is intended to improve traffic safety and minimize […]

Breathalyzer France – mandatory yes or no?

Alkoholtester Frankreich und die Promilligrenze

Anyone who drives to France in their own vehicle has probably heard that in France you have to carry a breathalyzer in your car . But you can find out exactly what this  French law is all about and what you should pay attention to when it comes to alcohol on French roads here.  People who regularly travel to France, whether […]

Autonomous vehicles – a reality tomorrow?

autonomes Fahren endlich Realität

Fully automated driving on public roads will become a reality. Car manufacturers have been working on cars that move independently for a long time, and fully automated cars will then enable a practice in which assistance systems take over the work completely. Developers around the world are working on cars for autonomous driving , car manufacturers such as Mercedes, […]

When does the H license plate start? – Everything you need to know

Voraussetzung fürs H-Kennzeichen

from when h license plateIn order to protect automotive cultural assets , the so-called H license plate was introduced in 1997. This license plate can be used for cars that first came onto the market at least 30 years ago. The car must largely be in its original condition and serve to maintain the motor vehicle’s cultural heritage. The best-known advantage is […]

Going on holiday by car – this is how it works

Urlaub mit dem Auto

Vacationing with your own car is becoming increasingly popular! The reason is clear: travelers are flexible , can take as much luggage with them as they want and can reorganize the trip spontaneously. Many holidaymakers plan to explore their own region and forego long-distance or air travel. The car is the perfect means of transport; many holiday regions are easy to […]

Telematics car – state-of-the-art technology in everyday life

Telematik im Auto und Versicherung

Digitalization is progressing and smart solutions are also in demand in road traffic, where users quickly come across the term telematics . Telematics is a portmanteau of the terms telecommunications and computer science ; it combines both areas. This technology has been used successfully in the logistics industry for many years. In the vehicle, it is intended to document driving behavior and […]

Car first aid kit – first aid on the go

Erste-Hilfe-Set Auto

A first aid kit in the car is mandatory, you also have to pay attention to the contents and check them properly, nothing should be missing. Because only with a complete first aid kit can you provide help in an emergency and be well prepared. It doesn’t matter whether it’s a bus, car or truck, the first aid kit […]