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 fleet sounded fantastical—but the future is here! Electric vehicle technology has advanced to the...
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How to Become A Truck Driver
Becoming a truck driver begins with getting your professional truck driving certification, but before you can do that, you need to meet be sure that you meet certain requirements.
Florida Parts & Service Specials – through March 31, 2023
Check out this months Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for our Florida locations! Fleetrite Shop Towels Fleetrite Batteries Fleetrite Coolant Fleetrite Oil Fleetrite Transmission Fluid Fleetrite Brake Drums Fleetrite Brake Shoes...
The Winter Weather Has Arrived! Are You Prepared?
This week the Midwest is getting its first dose of measurable snow and below-freezing temperatures. The front will bring cold temperatures as far south as Georgia. So, it is an excellent time to review with your drivers how to take care of their fuel during these times.
Are You Sharing Your Driver With Another Company?
Multiple-employer driver means a driver who, in any period of 7 consecutive days, is employed or used as a driver by more than one motor carrier. This definition applies to a driver who regularly works part-time for two or more employers.
Now Hiring! Join Cumberland’s Team
Cumberland is always looking for top talent. Even if you don't see the position you're interested in listed on our opportunities page, submit an application and send us a note using our website contact form!
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[Recap] New Nashville Branch Open!
Cumberland International Trucks has opened its newest branch in Nashville, holding an Open House for over 100 guests on November 15, 2022. This new dealership is the largest International brand, indoor, climate-controlled dealership location in the...
Toys for Tots – Florida Region Toy Drive!
Cumberland International is a proud supporter of Toys for Tots Florida. You can drop off a new unwrapped toy at any of our 6 Florida locations until December 6th. All donations will stay local and go to children in your communities. Let's make a...
Haulin’ for the Holidays Toy Drive – Tennessee Region
HAULIN’ FOR THE HOLIDAYS Haulin’ for the Holidays is a state-wide initiative by the Tennessee Trucking Association and its Young Professional Council to partner with TTA members and local charities to make holidays brighter for Tennessee children,...
Cumberland Capacity & Lazer Spot Partnership Featured in BOSS Magazine
Our partner Lazer Spot was featured in Boss Magazine in 2022, with an article highlighting their recent successes, emissions goals, cultural transformation and growth. Bob Wright, Executive VP of Fleet Operations says, “Our strategic partnerships...
Thank You Veterans
More than a century after the interment of that unknown soldier, we continue to proudly observe Veterans Day each November. Here, we’ve compiled a list of Veterans that we wish to celebrate. Through their bravery, loyalty and willingness to put their lives on the line, we are able to experience FREEDOM! Thank you to each and every Veteran!
Cumberland Receives Recognition from Women in Trucking
Many women say they want employers with a corporate culture supportive of gender diversity, flexible hours, and work requirements to accommodate family and life balance, competitive compensation and benefits, training and continued professional development, and career advancement opportunities.
Do I Need a CDL License To Operate That Truck?
Answer: The regulations that address this question are found in FMCSA CFR 383.3 §383.3 Applicability. (a) The rules in this part apply to every person who operates a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate, foreign, or intrastate commerce, to...
Congratulations 2022 EPA Funding Winners – EPA Clean School Bus Program
IC Bus® supports Cumberland International in educating customers on funding opportunities for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program. The federal rebate program has allotted $5 billion over the next five years to...
IC Bus® Dealers Support Customers in Applications and EV Education for 2022 EPA Clean School Bus Program
LISLE, Ill., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- IC Bus® supports dealers in educating customers on funding opportunities for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program. The federal rebate program has allotted $5...
Labor Department Proposes New Test for Employee Designation
The U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division has issued a proposed rule to redefine who is an employee as opposed to an independent contractor. The proposed rule would apply to those legal areas where DOL has jurisdiction, such as minimum...
International® Dealers Prepare to Offer Customers Comprehensive Ownership Solutions for S13 Integrated Powertrain
LISLE, Ill. (October 24, 2022) – Navistar and the International® dealer network prepare to support customers with comprehensive ownership solutions for the International® S13 Integrated Powertrain. Comprehensive ownership solutions will include...
Breast Cancer Awareness – October 2022 – Cumberland International Trucks & Idealease
Cumberland International Trucks & Idealease partnered with Navistar on 10/14/22 for a Pink Out Day to drive awareness about breast cancer If one person chooses to get checked or encourages a family member to get checked, a life might be saved....
Tis’ Deer Season. “Oh Deer!”
It is Deer season, and now is the time to remind drivers of the dangers of animals on the roadway. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimates that 1.5 million deer-related accidents occur annually. Deer are struck in three out of four...
PREPARING FOR THE COLD WEATHER AHEAD!
The first day of Fall was earlier this month, and now is the time to start preparing your operation for the cold weather ahead. Your drivers should know what is required to keep their trucks running in winter. Fuel Additive Use during Cold Weather...
Cumberland Nashville Branch Opens the Largest, Indoor, Climate-Controlled Truck Dealership Facility in the US
WE'VE MOVED! Our Nashville Branch (formerly at 1901 Lebanon Pike, Nashville) is NOW LOCATED AT 640 MASSMAN DRIVE, NASHVILLE TN 37210. We're providing the same services, but we have more room to operate - this means 50+ bays to service your vehicles...
International S13 Integrated Powertrain
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar continues its commitment to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility with the introduction of the International® S13 Integrated Powertrain. Navistar unveiled the S13 Integrated Powertrain...
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is September 11-17, 2022
Nearly every aspect of daily life is made possible because a truck driver delivered the goods and resources people need. National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is an important time for America to pay respect and thank all the professional truck...
Using Safety Technology Can Create a Safer Workplace for Your Drivers
Every time a truck driver gets behind the wheel, he or she is at risk. Trucking driving ranks seventh in the deadliest occupations in America. Truck drivers also face the highest number of fatalities of any job, at a rate of 918 fatalities each...
Applications Requested for Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program
The application process remains open for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program (SDAP). This is a three-year pilot program to assess whether 18-, 19- and 20-year-old drivers can safely operate...
IC Bus Awards 2022 Annual Scholarship to Cumberland Employee’s Daughter
The annual IC Bus scholarships go to family members of IC Bus dealer employees. They are a collaborative effort between IC Bus and its dealer network to demonstrate the company’s commitment to support further education in the communities where its...
Do I need a USDOT Number?
This question comes up frequently from our customers and thought that this week we will address this. This question usually is raised when we have a customer that is an INTRAstate carrier not subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety...
Idealease Safety Seminars
Idealease Will Present a Limited Number of Safety Seminars this Fall Idealease and the National Private Truck Council NPTC will again be hosting a limited number of safety seminars in the fall of 2022. The one-day seminar this year will focus on...
Brake Safety Week is Aug 21 – 27th
CVSA-certified enforcement personnel will conduct roadside inspections on commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) as part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week, Aug 21-27, to identify and remove CMVs with critical brake...
Cumberland is ready for Electric Commercial Vehicles and School Buses and you can be too
Cumberland is ready for Electric Commercial Vehicles and School Buses and YOU CAN BE TOO [ReCap] NEXT eMobility Trailer and eMV Ride & Drive On July 12 and 13, 2022, Cumberland brought school bus and truck customers to our Lebanon, TN shop for...