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Category - Holly Czuba Articles
…Is that a Drunk Driver?
How many times while driving have you seen another motorist and ask yourself…Is that a Drunk Driver? The National Highway...
Fire Safety & Commercial Vehicles
When a fire occurs in a commercial motor vehicle the driver must know two things 1. Knowledge about fires.2. How to operate a...
Catch Us at the Fight for Air Climb – Saturday, November 3
Come find Cumberland Fire & App at the American Lung Association's Fight for Air Climb this Saturday, November 3, 2018. 8:00 am 505 Nashville, TN. (505 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219) What Is...
Safety Considerations Inside the Cab of Your Truck – Items Allowed and Not Allowed by Law
What Is In the Cab of Your Truck? When is the last time you looked inside the cab, body or trailer of the trucks that your drivers are operating? Over the years of inspecting and looking inside of...
Hair-Testing of Truck Drivers Will Be Allowed Under New Law
President Trump signed into law on Oct. 24 legislation aimed at combating the nation’s opioid crisis that contains provisions on hair testing for illegal drug use that have been long sought by...
FMCSA Rule Interpretation
Question 1: May windshields and side windows be tinted? Guidance: Yes, as long as the light transmission is not restricted to less than 70 percent of normal (refer to the American Standards...
Halloween Driving “Tricks” to Keep Everyone Safe
To help everyone bring home treats — not tragedies — follow these tips for a safe Halloween: Stay Focused - Focus on your driving. A single distraction could lead to a tragedy. Drive Below the Speed...
Preparing for Winter Driving Conditions
Step 1: Make sure that your truck is prepared for winter driving. Tires are the most important aspect of keeping your vehicle under control in snow and ice condition. Traction tires on the drive...
Winter Tips to Follow Concerning the Vehicle
Winter Tips to Follow 1. Blended fuel purchased or a diesel supplement is added to the fuel tanks as temperatures creep below 32 degrees. 2. Make sure the unit block heaters are plugged in when unit...
States Asked to Accept Older DOT Medical Certificates
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has changed its position on the use of recently expired Medical Examiner's Certificates. On October 4, 2018, the agency announced that it had...
Navistar Repays $200 Million in Convertible Notes
Repayment Demonstrates Company's Improved Liquidity Position and Financial Profile LISLE, Ill., Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) ("Navistar") announced...