Answer: The regulations that address this question are found in FMCSA CFR 383.3 §383.3 Applicability. (a) The rules in this part...
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Tennessee Parts & Service Specials – through March 31, 2023
Check out Q1 Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for our Tennessee locations! Fleetrite Brake Drums Meritor...
Tips for Improving Fuel Economy
High gas prices are a pain for any driver, but if you’re behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle, they can have a major impact on your profit margin. Fortunately, there are lots of little ways you can get moving quickly and pay less for gas — without upgrading or replacing your vehicle. Read on for our top tips on how to improve fuel economy in a semi truck.
Senators Reintroduce DRIVE Safe Act
Senator Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan group of seven other Senators have reintroduced the “Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act” or “DRIVE Safe Act,” in the Senate. The...
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Driver Tip Sheet
CVSA published this tip sheet for carriers and drivers in preparation for this year’s Roadcheck that you can print off as a handout for your drivers. Question of the WeekMy driver has gone through a...
Prepare Now for International Roadcheck May 4-6
International Roadcheck Set for May 4-6 with Emphasis on Lighting and Hours of Service The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has set May 4-6 as the dates for this year’s International...
International Truck Parts and Service Specials – Tennessee Locations April 2021
Check out this months Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for our Tennessee locations!$49.99$12.71/eachSpeical $50.00 - If clutch is replaced in shop, will resurface flywheel for...
International Truck Parts and Service Specials – Florida Locations April 2021
Check out this months Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for our Florida locations!Price $120.00 3-Price: $108.00 FLTFQPrice: $2.10 Case Price: $1.95Price: $6.50 Pallet Price: $5.80...
FMCSA Releases More Entry-Level Driver Training Information
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released new information related to the new entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements, set to go into effect in less than a year....
Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
The South has been inundated in the past month with unprecedented storms that have brought tornados, high winds, and torrential rains. Whether you are driving or walking, if you come to a flooded...
Does Your Driver Know the Difference Between a “Defect” and a “Safety Sensitive” Defect?
The Drivers Daily Vehicle Inspection (DVIR) is part of a driver’s daily responsibility to protect themselves, the motoring public, and the equipment they operate. But does your driver know the...
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Did you know your brain can miss seeing up to 50% of your driving environment when you talk on a cell phone? And that according to research, drivers talking on cell phones had slower reaction times...