Boxes per pallet: layers, height and total weight
Calculate cartons per layer, number of layers, total height and pallet weight. Includes a worked Euro-pallet example with both carton orientations.
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Container capacity: CBM, weight and usable loading space
Estimate 20 ft, 40 ft or 40 HC container capacity using CBM, cargo weight, carton dimensions, door clearance and realistically usable space.
Truck unit conversion: kilometres, miles, psi, bar and MPG
Convert kilometres, miles, bar, psi, kilograms and fuel economy accurately, including the crucial difference between US and Imperial gallons.
Netherlands zero-emission zones 2027–2030: truck access deadlines
Euro 5 van access ends in 2027, some older Euro 6 rigid trucks in 2028, while qualifying newer Euro 6 trucks retain transitional access until 2030.
France winter mountain zones 2026/27: rules for trucks
From 1 November to 31 March, marked French mountain zones require winter equipment. Truck combinations must carry chains even with winter tyres.
Austria winter rules for trucks 2026/27: tyres and snow chains
From 1 November 2026, trucks over 3.5 t in Austria need winter tyres and must carry suitable chains until 15 April 2027.
Germany and Austria truck bans on 3 October 2026: Brenner corridor guide
Germany has a nationwide holiday ban until 22:00, while Austria restricts the A12 and A13 until 15:00 for specified Germany-bound traffic. Plan the corridor correctly.
Norway winter tyre rules for trucks 2026/27: tyres, chains and fines
Exact Norway winter tyre dates for trucks, the 5 mm tread rule, 3PMSF markings, required sets of 3, 5 or 7 chains, and official fines.
A27 Merwede Bridge truck ban 2026: official HGV diversion routes
Trucks and coaches are banned from the A27 Merwede Bridge in the Netherlands. Check the official diversion routes and the special ADR requirement.
Mont Blanc Tunnel closures in September 2026: dates for hauliers
The Mont Blanc Tunnel will close completely on eight nights in September 2026. Check the exact hours and practical route-planning steps for HGV operators.
Netherlands cuts truck toll rates by 22.3% from 1 September 2026
From 1 September to 31 December 2026, every Dutch truck toll category receives a temporary 22.3% rate reduction.
Western Balkan carriers threaten border blockade from 14 September: route planning alert
Carrier groups in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro and North Macedonia warn of possible blockades at EU border crossings.
Norway’s Digitoll becomes mandatory on 15 September 2026: what road carriers must do
From 15 September 2026, road freight entering Norway must be covered by mandatory digital transport and consignment information.
Truck axle-load calculation: why cargo position matters
Truck axle-load calculation: why cargo position matters. In day-to-day transport work, the useful part is not just the final number but knowing which inputs created it. This guide shows how to use the calculation for planning, how to cross-check…
Volumetric weight calculation: CBM, kg/m³ and chargeable weight
Volumetric weight calculation: CBM, kg/m³ and chargeable weight. In day-to-day transport work, the useful part is not just the final number but knowing which inputs created it. This guide shows how to use the calculation for planning, how to cro…
Slovakia Truck Rules from September 1, 2026: Weight Limits, Driving Bans and Fines
From September 1, 2026, Slovakia introduces important new rules for trucks, including a 10% overload threshold, changed Sunday driving bans, higher speeding fines and expanded automatic enforcement.
ADR 1.1.3.6: when does the 1000-point rule apply?
ADR 1.1.3.6: when does the 1000-point rule apply?. A second use case for the same calculator often starts with a decision rather than a formula: accept the load, change the vehicle, alter the route or reprice the job. Before calculating, decide…
HGV Drivers' Hours Calculator UK: Breaks, Daily Rest and Limits
Use an HGV drivers' hours calculator to plan UK driving time, the 4.5-hour break, daily rest and weekly limits before a shift.
How to calculate truck CO₂ from diesel use
Calculate truck CO₂ from distance and diesel consumption and understand CO₂e, TTW, WTW and g/t-km.
How to calculate truck toll costs before quoting a load
Truck tolls can change trip profitability. Learn how to estimate toll charges and include them in freight pricing.
Truck Fuel Cost per Kilometer: Formula and Calculator
Truck fuel cost per kilometer is one of the fastest ways to compare routes and rates. Calculate it from real fuel consumption and diesel price, then use it in your trip-cost and profit checks.
How to check if a load is profitable and build a freight quote
A good freight quote starts with the economics of the whole trip. Count loaded and empty kilometres, tolls, extras and your target margin before sending a rate.
Diesel Surcharge Formula: How to Calculate the Adjustment
Learn how to calculate a diesel surcharge from the base fuel price, current price and agreed fuel share with a clear formula and example.
How to calculate the true cost per kilometre of a truck
Cost per kilometre is more than diesel. Include fixed, variable and trip-specific costs so you can see your real break-even point before accepting a load.
What is LDM and how to calculate loading metres
LDM estimates how much trailer floor length a shipment occupies. Learn the basic logic, pallets, stacking and why LDM should not be checked on its own.