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Why are we getting brake adjustment violations?

With automatic slack adjusters required by regulation on trucks and tractors since 1994 and trailers since 1995 why do we have brake adjustment violations? The first reason is that this is a mechanical device which if it is not maintained properly can malfunction and contribute to brakes out of adjustment. Slack adjusters on all commercial vehicles should be inspected and greased every 90 days.

Benefits of Switching to Electric

BENEFITS OF SWITCHING TO ELECTRIC Switching to electric trucks can offer a multitude of benefits for your business, your customers, and the planet....

Female Truck Drivers – Challenges and Resources

Female truck drivers currently make up just 8% of the professional driver workforce, but their ranks are growing fast. In the years to come, you can expect to see more women in trucking industries across the board, from local and regional driving to long-haul and specialized driving. All of that said, getting the requisite training to become a truck driver can present unique challenges for women.

Benefits of Electric Trucks

ELECTRIC TRUCKS HAVE ARRIVED Just a few short years ago, many in the industry thought that the idea of switching to an entirely electric semi-truck...
Back to School Safety

Back to School Safety

In the next two weeks we will see many students returning to school after the summer break.  For some of these students this will be the first time since the pandemic started that they will be...

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Back to School! School Bus Safety

Back to School! School Bus Safety

Here's a round up of helpful safety information for back to school! As kids head back to school, it’s a good time to remind ourselves of the importance of school bus safety, and what all of us can...

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[Recap] HX Ride & Drive

[Recap] HX Ride & Drive

On 7/27/21 Cumberland International Trucks Lebanon Branch held a Ride & Drive / Open House to feature the International HX truck. Vendors in attendance were Allison Transmission, Cummins,...

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