CUMBERLAND NEWS
Here’s a compilation of all Cumberland News stories. You can see specific topics like Community Engagement or Idealease Safety articles, too. Or you can catch up on latest C10 demo runs.
Preventing Driver Injuries This Fall and Winter
Preventing Driver Injuries This Fall and Winter Slip/Trip and Fall injuries are the most common type of injury for drivers. Most of them occur during the winter months. Each year, thousands of professional drivers are seriously injured due to not paying attention in...
Putting Electric Vehicle Users In Charge of Their Destiny
Despite the disruption caused by COVID-19, electric commercial vehicles continue to move ahead in a big way. As a recent Forbes article noted, “electric trucks are entering the mainstream of American life faster than passenger vehicles like Tesla.” Part of the reason...
C10 3rd Edition – First Demo Run Stats
We had a fantastic first run with the C10! The truck had 6 different drivers, traveled a loop from Chicago – Jacksonville thru Nashville and hauled U.S mail as well as general freight. Over the 4 week period the truck accumulated over 14,000 miles, was set for 67...
Are Your Supervisors of CDL Drivers Trained According to the FMCSA Regulation?
Are Your Supervisors of CDL Drivers Trained According to the FMCSA Regulation? Training Requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Many of you have sent me emails you have received from consulting firms saying that you are required to have your...
Capacity Expands Cumberland International’s Territory into Northern Florida
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Capacity Expands Cumberland International’s Territory into Northern Florida Longview, Texas – OCTOBER 6, 2020 – Capacity, a subsidiary of REV Group (NYSE: REVG), announces its terminal trucks will now be sold in Northern Florida by Cumberland...
Cumberland Named 2020 Top Company for Women to Work For In Transportation by Women In Trucking Association
We're excited to announce that Cumberland has been voted as one of Women in Trucking's 2020 Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation! There are several key features that distinguish companies recognized on this list, said Brian Everett, publisher...
Tennessee Trucking Association Awards Cumberland Employee, Holly Czuba, Young Professional of the Year Award for 2020
The Tennessee Trucking association awarded Holly Czuba their 2020 Young Professional of the Year Award at their Annual Convention in September. I am thrilled (and completely humbled). It’s an honor to be recognized by the TTA. Several years ago, Patrick...
Labor Day Weekend Hours & Safety Tips 2020
Happy Labor Day Weekend to all our Customers, Vendors and Employees! We hope you have a safe and happy weekend with your family and friends. HOLIDAY HOURS : Please note that we will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7, 2020.Planning for Labor Day 2020 What a weird year...
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[ICYMI] Idealease Safety & Compliance Webinar Series Registration Open
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT - The Annual Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminar is GOING VIRTUAL! Thanks for your interest in attending one of our Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminars co-sponsored by the National Private Truck Council. In order to protect our...
C10 Featured in Transport Topics
The C10 was featured in Transport Topics on August 12, 2020. Read the full article over on Transport Topics titled: Class 8 Sales Show Resurgence in July "One Nashville, Tenn.-based International truck dealer executive said offering an exceptionally efficient Class 8...
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[VIDEO] Watch Real Deal Nashville Neil Explain the International Certified Used Truck Program
Not only will Real Deal Nashville Neil tell you what makes him so cool, he'll show you the new C10 demo unit and give an explanation of International's Certified Used Truck Program. ABOUT INTERNATIONAL CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED TRUCKS When it’s just you and the open road,...
IC Bus Teams up with American School Bus Council on New Resources to Keep School Buses Safe
IC Bus has worked hand-in-hand with the American School Bus Council (ASBC), which is made up of IC Bus, Blue Bird and Thomas, to build helpful materials detailing the safety measures being taken during the pandemic amid growing safety concerns. New resources for...
Is Your Fleet Prepared for the Changes to the FMCSA INTERstate Hours of Service Regulations Next Month?
On Sept 29, 2020, the following four changes to the FMCSA hour of service regulations will go into effect as published in the June 1, 2020 Federal Register. There will be four significant changes to the regulations. As a motor carrier you will want to be prepared for...
CVSA Sets Dates for Rescheduled Roadcheck – September 9th – 11th, 2020
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) rescheduled its International Roadcheck for September 9th - 11th, 2020. The annual event was postponed in March until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was originally slated for early May. The three-day...
Brake Safety Week Aug 23rd through the 29th
Brake Safety Week, slated for late August, will proceed as scheduled, according to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). CVSA's annual event will take place August 23rd through 29th as a part of law enforcement's efforts to reduce brake-related crashes and...
The C10 is Here!
Here's a sneak peek of the newest version of our C10. In the coming weeks this truck will hit the road. The latest version of our production ready super truck! The Cumberland C10. As always, you can expect Fuel Economy updates and great pics from across the...
Idealease Safety & Compliance Webinar Series Registration Open
The Annual Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminar is GOING VIRTUAL! Thanks for your interest in attending one of our Idealease Safety & Compliance Seminars co-sponsored by the National Private Truck Council. In order to protect our customers', employees' and...
Cumberland Now Has 6 Locations in Central and Northeast Florida
Click here for Spanish Version Cumberland International Trucks of Tennessee Acquires Maudlin International of Florida! August 4, 2020 Cumberland International Trucks, Inc. of Nashville, Tennessee is pleased to announce that we have officially acquired Maudlin...
Navistar and GEOTAB Team Up to Help Simplify Fleet Management Solutions
Lisle, Ill. (August 5, 2020) – Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV), a producer of International® brand commercial trucks, proprietary diesel engines, and IC Bus® brand school and commercial buses, announces a strategic partnership with Geotab, a global...
Navistar Announces Senior Leadership Appointments
LISLE, Ill., Aug. 11, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar International Corporation (NYSE: NAV) today announced a series of executive appointments under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Persio Lisboa, effective immediately. Friedrich Baumann has...
Human Trafficking Awareness Week (PARTICIPATE)
You can sell drugs once. You can sell a human being repeatedly. Human Trafficking is a global issue, but some are surprised to find out it happens right here in Tennessee. Here’s a current active case map of human trafficking cases in our state from End...
Human Trafficking: Resources
HUMAN TRAFFICKING / RESOURCES AND FACTSResources: End Slavery Tennessee Current Case Map: https://estn.crowdmap.com/ Human Trafficking in Tennessee:https://extension.tennessee.edu/publications/Documents/SP796.pdf It Has to Stop: https://ithastostop.com/ TBI Human...
Work Zone Awareness
We are now in the middle of work zone season and you cannot drive anywhere without experiencing a work zone. As traffic volumes begin rebounding as COVID-19 lockdown orders are relaxed, renewed emphasis is being placed on highway work zone safety especially as higher...
FMCSA Announces Another Extension to its Emergency Exemption
An emergency exemption for truck and bus drivers assisting with the COVID-19 pandemic relief efforts has been extended for yet another month. The exemption was first issued on March 13, 2020, and has been revised and extended multiple times with the most recent...
Brake Safety Week to Remain on CVSA’s Calendar of Events
Brake Safety Week, slated for late August, will proceed as scheduled, according to the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). CVSA's annual event will take place August 23rd through 29th as a part of law enforcement's efforts to reduce brake-related crashes and...
Idealease Announces a New Safety Webinar Series
Due to the cancellation of our on-site safety seminars in 2020 we will be presenting a safety webinar series starting next month to keep you informed and up to date on changing regulations as well as a review of existing regulations. The webinars will be one hour in...
FMCSA May Take Extenuating Circumstances into Account for Random Testing in 2020
An enforcement notice posted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) addresses the difficulties that motor carriers may encounter during the COVID-19 pandemic as they manage their DOT random testing programs. FMCSA states that employers capable of...
What are the Disqualifications that Would Prevent a Driver from Receiving Clearance in the Security Threat Assessment Process for a Hazardous Materials Endorsement?
Conviction of any of the following crimes will disqualify a driver from being eligible for a hazmat endorsement: Terrorism, Assault with intent to murder, Murder, Espionage, Sedition, Kidnapping or hostage-taking, Treason, Rape or aggravated sexual abuse, Extortion,...
This NON-CDL truck could require the driver to have a CDL with a Tank endorsement to drive
FMCSA definition for “Tank Vehicle” for Tank Endorsement for CDL Tank vehicle means any commercial motor vehicle that is designed to transport any liquid or gaseous materials within a tank or tanks having an individual rated capacity of more than 119 gallons and an...
High Alert for Drivers Over July 4th Holiday
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. With the pandemic many people have been “shelter in place” for the past three months and are now ready to celebrate with...