Idealease of West Michigan

06/04/2025

2025 Idealease Best Practices happening now in Toledo, Ohio.

03/04/2022

CVSA Schedules Roadcheck for May 17th-19th
In this issue:
• Driver Requirement Inspections
• Prepare drivers for Roadcheck
• Mobile 3G Shutdown Might Affect ELD Compliance
• House Holds Hearing on Electric Grid Resilience & Reliability

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has announced this year’s International Roadcheck dates as May 17th-19th with a focus on wheel ends.

02/04/2022

Keep your drivers prepared for any weather event this winter! Make sure they pack the right supplies to get them through any situation safely: Extra warm clothes, blankets, a candle-powered heater, a lighter, hand and foot warmers, food and water, and a back-up cell phone charger. https://www.idealease.com/safety-bulletins/protecting-your-driver-during-extreme-cold-conditions

Protecting Your Driver During Extreme Cold Conditions

01/28/2022

When it comes to accidents, it doesn't always take two to tango. The FMCSA's 2018 report on large truck, single-vehicle accidents listed 17,000 injuries and 970 deaths that year. Share this list of tips with your drivers to avoid these accidents.https://www.idealease.com/sites/default/files/2020-04/1-24-20_preventing_a_single_vehicle_accident.pdf

01/17/2022

Regulation FAQ’s
In this issue:
• What documentation is required to be kept in the vehicle of units I have from Idealease showing that the vehicle is a lease or rented vehicle?
• I am using a driver leasing company, who is responsible for compliance with the Federal Motor Carrier regulations?
• As a driver am I responsible to see that the cargo in my truck is properly secured even if I do not load it?
• Do I need a CDL license to operate that truck?
• What are the disqualifications that would prevent a driver from receiving clearance in the security threat assessment process for a Hazardous Materials endorsement?
• What do the FMCSA regulations say about my driver who has a current medical certificate but has developed a medical condition that would make the operation of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) questionable and possibly unsafe
• FMCSA Releases Details of 18–20-Year-Old Driver Apprenticeship Program
• New FMCSA Regulation Starts February 7th

Answer: If the vehicle is subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety (FMCSA) regulations (greater than 10,000 lbs MGVWR) then a document is required to be in the unit for the duration of the lease or rental. Lease vehicles are subject to the FMCSA regulation CFR 376.11(c) stating that a copy of the...

01/11/2022

Protecting your Driver and Truck during Extreme Cold Conditions
In this issue:
• Protecting your Driver
• Protecting the Truck
• Preventing Driver Injuries in Fall and Winter
• New FMCSA Regulation Starts February 7th!

Protecting your Driver and Truck during Extreme Cold Conditions

01/01/2022

Happy New Year!

12/25/2021

Merry Christmas!

12/22/2021

12/15/2021

Make sure your trucks are good to go safely, regardless of winter weather! Washer fluid and gas should be topped off, air tanks need to be ice-free and purged, tap brakes to dry them when parking, carry kitty litter for traction. If it's too unsafe, pull over and wait it out!
Winter Safety: https://www.idealease.com/about-idealease/blog/driving-winter-wonderland