Due for introduction in 2004, the new digital tachograph will
directly affect approximately 7 million drivers and a further 16 million support
workers and managers in both the passenger and freight transport sectors The potential benefits of the development of the digital
tachograph will be trans-national and wide-ranging:
- Safer working conditions for employees
- A safer, more environmentally friendly road transport
sector
- Enhanced profitability for companies
It is anticipated that, overall, the introduction of the
digital tachograph will result in safer and more efficient transport operations
- conferring direct benefits upon all citizens in each and every Member State.
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