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 our latest specials.
Used Trucks of the Week – ProStar Limited, ProStar+, Eagle
Swing by Cumberland International to test drive our featured used trucks. $34,900 $39,900 $39,900 $15,900 $44,900 $34,900 $31,900 (615) 330-9245 Contact Us Name* First Last Which Division Do You Want to Contact?* PLEASE SELECT Truck C10 Edition Farm &...
UPNEXT News Volumn 2 – Electric Trucks
In this issue of UPNEXT, we look at the promises and pitfalls of electric vehicle technology and its potential impact on our industry. Electric Truck Sales Could Top 100k by 2035 ACT Research predicts that a combination of advances in battery technology, governmental...
The Average Household Vehicle Was Driven 10,200 Miles in 2017
According to the National Household Travel Survey - The Average Household Vehicle Was Driven 10,200 Miles in 2017 This week's DOE Vehicle Technologies Office Fact of the Week #1046: The average of all household vehicles driven in 2017 was 10,200 miles. Newer vehicles...
#TacoTuesday – It’s Nashville Taco Week
Enjoy $2 Tacos all week long from Nashville's best taco spots! https://www.nashvilletacoweek.com/ for more info!
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 Grants Petition To Mount GPS Device On Inside Windshield
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has granted a petition for an exemption for all motor carriers to allow a Global Positioning System (GPS) device to be mounted on the interior of the windshield of a CMV within the areas allowed for “vehicle safety...
FMCSA Plans Public Meeting On SMS Corrective Action Plan
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration scheduled a public meeting to receive input on the agency’s Corrective Action Plan submitted in response to a report by the National Academy of Sciences on improvements needed in the FMCSA’s Safety measurement system....
Touch a Truck – 9/11/18 – Chick-fil-A Memorial Blvd, Murfreesboro
Touch-A-Truck Chick-fil-A Murfreesboro Tuesday, September 11 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm We are building relationships between children and community servants like firefighters, armed forces, emergency workers, and labor workers. September 11 is a great day to honor those who...
September 9th-15th is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week!
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is when America takes the time to honor all professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment in tackling one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. These 3.1 million professional men and women not only...
FMCSA to Consider HOS Revisions
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking the public's input on four specific areas of the current hours-of-service regulations. The request, is in response to Congressional, industry, and citizen concerns that certain hours-of-service...
Here is the Guidance From the FMCSA on CFR 391.45
Must a driver who is returning from an illness or injury undergo a medical examination even if his current medical certificate has not expired? Guidance: The FMCSRs do not require an examination in this case unless the injury or illness has impaired the driver’s...
Cumberland will be closed Monday, September 3, 2018 in recognition of Labor Day
We wish you a happy and safe long weekend with your family and friends!
Fall 2018 – The All-New International CV Series
Introducing the International® CV™ Series – the only class 4/5 truck designed, distributed and supported by a manufacturer that specializes in commercial trucks. That means the CV Series includes commercial-grade features like a heavy-duty, gear-driven...
Inventory Liquidation – 2017 Capacity TJ5000s NEW WITH WARRANTY
Featured Yard Spotter 2017 Capacity TJ5000 NEW WITH WARRANTY QSBT4F 175 HP Off Road Safest truck on the market Lowest cost of ownership Most dependable ONLY 4 available If you are interested in this truck or have other spotter needs... Call Josh at...
School Is In Session – New Laws in TN for School Zone Safety
It's that time of year again when routines become more concrete, children have to get out of bed in the morning, and parents have a break; school is back in session. This means there are more drivers on the roads in the morning and afternoons. People are...
Used Truck of the Week – LABOR DAY SPECIALS – Featured Inventory
Swing by Cumberland International to test drive our featured used trucks. $34,900 $39,900 $39,900 $15,900 $44,900 $34,900 $31,900 (615) 330-9245 Contact Us Name* First Last Which Division Do You Want to Contact?* PLEASE SELECT Truck C10 Edition Farm &...
Touch a Truck – 9/15/18 – Williamson Co. Parks & Rec
Touch-A-Truck Saturday, September 15 10:00 am - 2:00 pm FREE Thompson's Station Church 2608 Thompson's Station Rd East, Thompson's Station, TN Come enjoy: Construction equipment, emergency vehicles, a party bus, food trucks, craft tent, raffle prizes, live...
Idealease Cookout Success
A huge thanks to everyone who came out to the cookout last Friday at Cumberland Idealease, here are a few of the pictures.
Your Truck is No Match for a Train
Ever think about how many times a day on your route you cross a train track? Most of the time we take for granted that there is not a train coming and proceed crossing the track. Take time to download the driver’s guide and take the safety quiz for professional...
Turn Around Don’t Drown
We are now in the middle of the hurricane season that could produce storms that could drop up to 30+ inches of rain. It is a good time to discuss with your drivers about flooding and the fact that road conditions can change rapidly with flash floods. Each year, more...
New Operation Lifesaver Video Warns Filming on Train Tracks is Illegal, Deadly!
With the ever growing amount of social media, it is not surprising there have been several deadly incidents involving people making videos near railroad tracks. The national nonprofit rail safety education group Operation Lifesaver, Inc. (OLI) has released a new...
Cookout TOMORROW at Idealease – Friday, 8/17/18
REMINDER! You're Invited Join us at Idealease in Nashville, TN on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 11:00 - 1:00 for a Cookout! The Mean Green Ice Cream Machine will be here. 1901 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37210 Add to Calendar 08/17/2018 11:00 AM 08/17/2018 1:00 PM...
Tennessee Farmers Transition from Tobacco to Indigo Crops
Cumberland Tractor & Equipment customer, Austin Woodall and fellow Robertson County farmers were showcased in a new commercial for Patagonia clothing. The commercial focused on farmers growing a relatively new crop for the area, indigo. The primary use for indigo...
Cumberland Tractor Supports Local Farmers with Customer Watermelon Day
Cumberland Tractor & Equipment held a Watermelon Day on August 10th for customers and employees. Everyone was treated to a free locally grown watermelon. It was a HUGE success! Customers were excited about taking home a fresh watermelon. The smiles were...
What You May Not Know About Brake Systems and Inspections
Are automatic brake adjusters are required? How to verify that your ABS is working. What is your regulation brake stroke limit? How to identify chaffed or worn hoses What is a PBBT inspection? Answers to these questions can be found on the CVSA website. Originally...
Brake Safety Week is September 16-22 : Here’s what you need to know
Brake Safety Week is September 16-22 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, Sept. 16-22, in order to identify and remove...
Back to School Sale! International Truck Parts Specials – August 2018
Back to School Sale - Cumberland International Parts Specials 16.5 x7 Inch Balanced. Ask Your Sales Representative for Details. $69.87 FLT4401B About Fleetrite Brake Drums Fleetrite® brake drums are designed exclusively for Navistar to pass the most stringent braking...
Cookout at Idealease – Friday, 8/17/18
You're Invited Join us at Idealease in Nashville, TN on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 11:00 - 1:00 for a Cookout! 1901 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37210 Add to Calendar 08/17/2018 11:00 AM 08/17/2018 1:00 PM America/Chicago Idealease Cookout Join us at Idealease in...
14th Run MPG Stats – the Milk Run
Aptly named the Milk Run, our most recent C10 demo run hauled 46 loads of milk one way and empty crates back. Routes were primarily in the Memphis area and Mississippi. Clink on the link to the ECM image to see the rest of the results during NextGen C10’s...
Managing Chronic Disease – Meds 101
What is Chronic Disease? Chronic diseases are a long term illness or condition that can be managed but not cured and usually lasts a lifetime. Examples include high blood pressure, heart failure, diabetes, arthritis, osteoporosis, back pain, depression,...