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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 serviced.• Plan ahead: Before you get on a highway, know your exit by name and...
FMCSA Unveils Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Query Plan & Fee Structure
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced the fee structure for motor carriers to purchase queries when the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse becomes accessible on January 6, 2020. A query, an electronic check-in to the clearinghouse, will be...
FMCSA, Wisconsin DOT Alert Carriers to MCS-150 Scam
A scam asking motor carriers for money to file MCS-150 forms recently caught the attention of the Wisconsin DOT and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Wisconsin DOT issued an alert on Friday, August 30, warning companies of a scam asking for...
International Roadcheck Inspections Sideline 12,000 CMVs
More than 12,000 vehicles and almost 2,800 drivers were removed from the roadways for violations during the annual International Roadcheck hosted by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The Roadcheck is a 72-hour inspection and safety event that identifies...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Revealed Plans to Research the Viability of Camera-Based Visibility Systems as an Option for Large Trucks instead of Traditional Rearview Mirrors
NHTSA outlined the plan in a notice to be published later this week in the Federal Register as part of a multi-year effort to learn more about the use of the cameras. According to the notice, NHTSA will first research the impact on light vehicles before moving on to...
Top Twenty Cargo Securement Out-of-Service Violations
Failure to properly secure cargo or equipment on a commercial vehicle is the fourth leading category of violations (after violations for Brakes, Lights, and Tires) that result in vehicles being placed Out-of-Service. Drivers and motor carriers should know about the...
Cargo Securement Regulations Apply to More than Just Flatbed Carriers!
Anything and everything carried on a truck must be properly secured to prevent loss of control or falling cargo from injuring drivers, passengers, or pedestrians. While safe cargo securement principles (and of course regulations) apply to every single item carried for...
Make Sure Your Truck Units are not Involved in a “Ramming Attack”
The Truck Renting and Leasing Association has created a new brochure outlining ways that rental truck company employees and their customers can help prevent truck-related terror attacks. Terror groups overseas have advocated ramming attacks for years. In a 2010...
Complete Federally Required Training in One Day – FOR FREE
REGISTRATION IS FILLING UP- REGISTER NOW Register for the 2019 Safety & Compliance Seminar in Nashville, TN. Attendance, Materials and Meals for free. Satisfies required federal training. DO YOU NEED TO RUN A FLEET SAFELY? PLEASE SHARE THIS EVENT WITH YOUR SAFETY...
Idealease Team Raises Money to Fight Cancer at Fangtastic 5K
On June 29, 2019, the Cumberland Idealease Team participated in a 5K supporting The Nashville Predators Foundation and 365 Pediatric Cancer Fund. About Predators Foundation Our mission is to build philanthropic partnerships within our community to successfully...
REGISTER NOW – 2019 Safety & Compliance Seminar
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Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
The 4th of July holiday is a time to enjoy fireworks and show country pride but is also traditionally one of the more dangerous times on the road. To keep families safe this Independence Day, law enforcement agencies will have increased enforcement focused on impaired...
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Have You Prepared Your Terminal Facility for the 4th of July Holiday? [INFOGRAPHIC]
It is not uncommon for thieves to target truck terminals and truck dealerships over the holidays. Thieves know that holiday weekends are a good opportunity for a successful theft as the possibility exists for no one to be at your facility. Make sure that you take...
CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week Set for July 14-20 with a Focus on Speeding
Drivers’ actions contributed to a staggering 94 percent of all traffic crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) 2015 Traffic Safety Facts report. In response to this issue, law enforcement personnel will be on the lookout for...
Tennessee’s Ban on Holding Mobile Phones while Driving – Takes Effect July 1, 2019
Tennessee's New Hands Free Law In 2018, there were over 24,600 crashes involving a distracted driver in Tennessee. On average, that is sixty-seven crashes every single day. A recent study listed Tennessee as having the highest rate of distracted driving deaths in the...
CVSA Announces Brake Safety Week is September 15-21st
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week is scheduled for Sept. 15-21, 2019. Throughout that week, enforcement officials will conduct roadside safety inspections on commercial motor vehicles throughout North America. Vehicles with critical...
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!
Preparing for DOT Roadside Inspection Week with Idealease Team
Early in the morning on Thursday, May 30, 2019, the Cumberland Idealease team met up with one of our customers to help them prepare for next weeks DOT Roadside Inspections. Attendees reviewed the trucks as like the DOT will and pointed out items that needed attention.
Hands-Free Cellphone Use: A Dangerous Distraction
Regardless of Tennessee's new HANDS FREE LAW, operating a mobile device, hands-free or not, causes a distraction, see the important information below. There are several types of driver distraction: Visual – takes your eyes off the road. This can include looking for...
Idealease Team at Nashville Habitat for Humanity
On Thursday, May 16, 2019, the Cumberland Idealease Team gathered for several hours at the Nashville Habitat for Humanity. They spent time organizing donations and have plans to go back!