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.
5 Risks of Driving While Using a Mobile Phone
There are several types of driver distraction: Visual – takes your eyes off the road. This can include looking for something in the vehicle, electronic devices or reading advertising along the road. Manual – takes your hands off the wheel. Smoking, eating and drinking...
Parts & Service Specials – June 2023
Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for June 2023 Call your local branch to take advantage of this month's specials or visit your RepairLink Shop. Ask for Parts or Service department to learn more.NASHVILLE, TNJACKSONVILLE, FLMURFREESBORO, TNOCALA,...
DOT Issues Final Rule to Allow Use of Oral Fluids for Drug Testing
The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a final rule allowing motor carriers to use oral fluid samples instead of urine for drug testing of commercial truck drivers and other transportation workers. The Department of Health and Human Services, which...
Schools are Letting Out! Proceed with Caution!
With Summer almost here, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outdoors. Many schools will be letting out in the next couple of weeks. There will be many children going to and from, and participating in, outdoor activities throughout the day. Adults,...
Tips! Preventing a Single Vehicle Accident
A single-vehicle accident is any driving mishap where only one vehicle is involved. This can include veering off the road and hitting a tree, a rollover crash, or damage caused by animals or debris on the road. Bad weather, poor visibility, and distracted driving can...
Operation Safe Driver Week 2023
Shifting the focus slightly from vehicles to drivers, this year’s Operation Safe Driver Week will be held from July 9th through the 15th. During this week, law enforcement will be in heightened alert for any commercial or passenger vehicles driving in an unsafe or...
New Out-of-Service Criteria from CVSA
Annually, the CVSA’s changes to the existing Out-of-Service Criteria (OOSC) are approved in October and take effect the following April 1st; this year is no exception. Here are the changes for 2023: False Logs – Clarification is given as to whether a falsified log...
Navistar Partners With Infrastructure Solutions Provider Quanta Services
ANAHEIM, Calif. , May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar today announced its newly formed partnership with integrated infrastructure solutions partner Quanta Services, Inc. (Quanta), a leading infrastructure and energy transition solutions provider. Quanta is also the...
Navistar demonstrates continued support of customer electrification journeys
International® eMV™ Series now available with factory-installed ePTO and ePower options ANAHEIM, Calif., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar continues to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility by logging additional operational miles and expanding market...
Ex-Guard Can Save You Over $10,900
Ex-Guard available at cumberland locations Call your local branch for more information.NASHVILLE, TNJACKSONVILLE, FLMURFREESBORO, TNOCALA, FLLEBANON, TNDAYTONA BEACH, FLORLANDO, FLPALM BAY, FLSHIELD YOUR TRUCKS FORM REPAIRS & DOWNTIME Ex-Guard: Protect Your...
Parts & Service Specials – June 2023 – Florida Branches
Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for June 2023 Florida Branches Call your local branch to take advantage of this month's specials. Ask for Parts or Service department to learn more.ORLANDO, FLJACKSONVILLE, FLOCALA, FLDAYTONA BEACH, FLPALM BAY,...
Parts & Service Specials – May 2023 – Tennessee Branches
Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for May 2023 (Tennessee Branches) Call your local branch to take advantage of this month's specials. Ask for Parts or Service department to learn more. A/C TUNE UP AND CARGO CONTROL SAVINGSNASHVILLE,...
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Parts & Service Specials – April 2023
Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for April 2023 Call your local branch to take advantage of this month's specials. Ask for Parts or Service department to learn more.NASHVILLE, TNJACKSONVILLE, FLMURFREESBORO, TNOCALA, FLLEBANON, TNDAYTONA BEACH,...
Cumberland Earns 2022 IC Bus Dealer of the Year Award
IC Bus® Announces 2022 Dealer of the Year and Pursuit of Excellence Award Winners LISLE, Ill. (March 29, 2023) –IC Bus® recognized Cumberland CEO Terry Minor as the 2022 IC Bus Dealer of the Year. Every year, IC Bus awards one dealer for their top performance,...
Navistar Recognizes Women In Trucking’s Ellen Voie With Champion of Change Award
ARLINGTON, Va. (March 14, 2023) – Ellen Voie, founder of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), was awarded the Nettie Fowler Champion of Change award by Navistar, Inc. (Navistar), the manufacturer of International® brand commercial trucks and engines. The award...
Free Safety & Compliance Seminar 2023 – Idealease – Orlando, FL
Complete Required Federal Training in One Day - For Free on May 10, 2023 in Orlando, Florida The one-day seminar will help private truck fleet professionals maintain a safe fleet, provide safety training to their managers, reduce violations and accidents, and satisfy...
1.4 Million Meals for our Tennessee Neighbors
Feed America First's Dancing with the Nashville Stars Recap In case you missed it - Last month, Calleigh Minor participated in the Feed America First "Dancing with the Nashville Stars" dance competition and fundraiser. Feed America First is a faith-based, 501(c)3...
Navistar Launches International® S13 Integrated Powertrain for Vocational Market
LISLE, Ill., March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Navistar has launched the International® S13 Integrated Powertrain for the vocational market. The S13 Integrated Powertrain, developed in collaboration with the TRATON Group, demonstrates advancements in robustness,...
Origins of Cumberland Name and Core Values
Ever wonder where the Cumberland name and Core Values come from? Hear from CEO, Terry Minor on the origins. History of Cumberland Name and Core Values In picking a name, we picked Cumberland, which is the river that runs through the main part of the city [Nashville,...
Cumberland Awarded 2022 Presidential Award
CUMBERLAND EARNS PRESTIGIOUS PRESIDENTIAL AWARD Award honors top performing International® Truck dealerships in the United States and Canada NASHVILLE, TN – March 3, 2023 – Cumberland International Trucks, a local International Truck commercial dealership, has...
Cumberland Employee Awarded International Technician of Influence (Veteran Division) – February 2023
Cumberland Veteran Technician, Jerry Hughes wins Technician of Influence Award! Service Manager, Austin Ball says of Jerry, "Jerry has been with Cumberland International since 2011. He continually develops his skills and grows his career. Jerry obtained his CDL...
Saint Patrick’s Day Drunk Driving Prevention – March 17
St Patrick’s Day is one of the deadliest holidays on our nation’s roads. Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving This year, St. Patrick’s Day — March 17, 2023 — falls on a Friday. The celebratory day is one of the biggest drinking occasions of the year, and this,...
CSA Prioritization Preview Website Now Available
As the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced proposed changes to its Safety Measurement System, used to identify and prioritize at risk motor carriers for enforcement and compliance interventions, the agency has also noted that a new website,...
Daylight Savings Time Begins this Sunday, March 12th!
Start now to ensure all your drivers know about the daylight savings time on March 12, 2023. Caution route drivers, especially that the amount of daylight will change according to their stops with the change. Also, remember to change the batteries in smoke alarms and...
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 all employers of...
Tennessee Parts & Service Specials – through March 31, 2023
Check out Q1 Cumberland International Parts and Service Specials for our Tennessee locations! Fleetrite Brake Drums Meritor Brake Shoes Fleetrite Transmission Fluid Venom Nitrile Gloves International Reflector Triangle Kits International Fire Extinguishers Fleetrite...
Tips for Improving Fuel Economy
High gas prices are a pain for any driver, but if you’re behind the wheel of a commercial vehicle, they can have a major impact on your profit margin. Fortunately, there are lots of little ways you can get moving quickly and pay less for gas — without upgrading or replacing your vehicle. Read on for our top tips on how to improve fuel economy in a semi truck.
Why are we getting brake adjustment violations?
With automatic slack adjusters required by regulation on trucks and tractors since 1994 and trailers since 1995 why do we have brake adjustment violations? The first reason is that this is a mechanical device which if it is not maintained properly can malfunction and contribute to brakes out of adjustment. Slack adjusters on all commercial vehicles should be inspected and greased every 90 days.
Benefits of Switching to Electric
BENEFITS OF SWITCHING TO ELECTRIC Switching to electric trucks can offer a multitude of benefits for your business, your customers, and the planet. In a few short years, electric trucks will make up a much larger percentage of the vehicles on the road. And while the...