Category - Truck Driver Safety Articles

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...

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...

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)...

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...

The Heat is On!

This crazy weather continues this year and the heat is setting record temperatures across North America. What are you doing to...

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Josh out working with customers

Josh out working with customers

Shoutout to our Idealease Service Manager, Josh who is out working with customers today. Kevin says he's great interacting with them and answering questions, and we agree!

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Annual DOT Inspection

Annual DOT Inspection

The annual DOT Inspection is required of all CMV’s that have a GVWR of 10,001 lbs or more, as defined in the definition of a CMV in CFR 390.5 for interstate carriers with US DOT operating authority....

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Who is a Qualified Inspector?

Who is a Qualified Inspector?

The FMCSA defines an inspector in CFR 396.17 as a person who understands the inspection criteria set forth in 49 CFR Part 393 and Appendix G of this subchapter and can identify defective components....

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Move Over. It’s the Law.

Move Over. It’s the Law.

The state of IL has had three state troopers killed in the last two months while they had a vehicle pulled over to the side of the road and another vehicle did not move over and struck the trooper....

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