Category - Idealease Articles

How to Properly Mark a Commercial Motor Vehicle

How to Properly Mark a Commercial Motor Vehicle A common question I receive from customers is “What size do the letters and numbers need to be on...

Protecting the Truck During Cold Weather

Below are some tips for protecting your truck during the cold winter months! Diesel supplement should be added to the ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel...

PREVENTING A SINGLE VEHICLE ACCIDENT

A single-vehicle accident is any driving mishap where only one vehicle is involved.   This can include veering off the road and hitting a tree,...

FMCSA Proposes To Add Rear Impact Guards To Annual Inspections

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has published a proposed rule to include rear impact guards on the list of items that must be...
Roadcheck 2018 Data Posted by CVSA

Roadcheck 2018 Data Posted by CVSA

Almost 12,000 vehicles and more than 2,600 drivers were placed out of service (OOS) by Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) enforcement personnel as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's (CVSA)...

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Highlighted CVSA Statistics

Highlighted CVSA Statistics

21.6% of 45,000 vehicles that had a Level 1 inspection were placed OOS for vehicle-related violations. A Level I inspection is a 37-step procedure that includes examination of driver operating...

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UPDATE – Hurricane Florence Donations

UPDATE – Hurricane Florence Donations

The outpouring of donations for North Carolina has been truly overwhelming! We currently have 3 trucks full of water. In light of load considerations, we are asking for any further donations to be...

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Driving Tips from America’s Road Team

Driving Tips from America’s Road Team

The first step towards a safe trip begins in the driveway. Do a "walk around" before leaving: Check your vehicle's tires, wipers and fluids. Have your radiator and cooling system...

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