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Drivers, Techs, Canada, and Parking, Oh My!

Matti Segel — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:31:59 +0000

Drivers, Techs, Canada, and Parking, Oh My! Matti Segel Wed, 09/08/2021 - 16:31

Appreciation Weeks
Founded in 1998 by the American Trucking Association (ATA), National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs from September 12th-18th this year. In the best of times, it’s easy to forget who brings almost everything we need to our hospitals, our stores, and our homes. So, it goes without saying, that this past year and a half or so has shown everyone how truckers should not be taken for granted. Give them a friendly wave when you see them on the road.

Lest we forget the people behind the scenes keeping the drivers moving, last year the ATA held the inaugural National Technician Appreciation Week and it returns in 2021 for the second time, from September 19th-25th. As you know, Technicians are the highly-skilled professionals that keep everything moving on-time and safely. Not only is the spotlight welcome and warranted but it also shows off a profession that isn’t as visible as that of the drivers, but is every bit as crucial and essential.

Update: Canada’s ELD Mandate
As discussed in this blog back in April, Canada’s transition to mandatory Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) has been problematic at best. All of Canada’s ELD approvals must run through a third-party certifier and as of their deadline day, June 12th, no devices had been approved for use by the (at the time) sole certification company.

As of today, however, there is one approved device and a third certification company has been cleared to begin work, so progress is being made. But much like with truck manufacturers, the ongoing chip shortage isn’t helping ELD manufacturers get up to speed, but full enforcement of the mandate is still being held back one year to June 12, 2022.

Update: The Persistence of Parking Problems
Just last month, a post on Idealease's blog discussed the ongoing problems drivers are facing when they try to find parking to rest for the day. There was hope that the infrstructure bill the Senate passed in early August would include funds to help curb the issue but again, but it was left out of the bill entirely.

As ever, there is still hope in the U.S. as H.R. 2187 is currently sitting with the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. With any luck there will be political will to see this resolution passed and signed into law by the President. If not, the parking situation only looks to continue on it’s present course.

Keep checking this blog for updates on everything you need to know!

September 8, 2021

Ownership Transition

idealease_admin — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Ownership Transition

Improve Your Cash Flow and Vehicle Uptime

idealease_admin Fri, 01/04/2019 - 18:00

How can you unlock the equity that’s tied up in your truck fleet?

Idealease can show you the money! Our Ownership Transition program will help you release the cash that is sitting in your truck fleet and improve your service to your customers.

Using our proprietary Acquisition Analysis software, we can show you the true cost of truck ownership and the reasons more than half of today’s private carriers have converted from ownership to leasing. We will develop an ownership buyout offer for your current truck fleet that can include:

cash for your existing trucks
replacement with new, fuel efficient trucks
flexible terms
maintenance plan to improve vehicle uptime
a guaranteed used truck value
a financial structure that meets your EBITDA, EBIT, ROA, and ROI goals

A typical private fleet in ownership has 10% to 30% more vehicles than needed. With a Full Service Lease, your vehicles are well maintained, allowing you to significantly reduce the number of trucks you operate, lower your operating costs and keep your promises to your customers.

Take a minute to sit down with an Idealease Account Manager, and we will put you in the driver’s seat with facts that will help you make the best long-term financial decision for your business. Together let's improve your financial ratios!

January 4, 2019

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Transport Refrigeration Maintenance & Service

idealease_admin — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 18:17:00 +0000

Transport Refrigeration Maintenance & Service idealease_admin Wed, 10/04/2017 - 13:17

October 4, 2017

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Prevent Driver Injuries in Fall and Winter

idealease_admin — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 16:18:00 +0000

Prevent Driver Injuries in Fall and Winter idealease_admin Fri, 09/29/2017 - 11:18

September 29, 2017

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10 Reasons to Choose Idealease

idealease_admin — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 18:52:00 +0000

10 Reasons to Choose Idealease idealease_admin Wed, 09/27/2017 - 13:52

September 27, 2017

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Improving Driver Health

idealease_admin — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 15:42:00 +0000

Improving Driver Health idealease_admin Thu, 09/14/2017 - 10:42

September 14, 2017

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Short & Long Term Rental

idealease_admin — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:38:00 +0000

Short & Long Term Rental idealease_admin Fri, 09/08/2017 - 08:38

September 8, 2017

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Driver Background Investigations

idealease_admin — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 18:40:00 +0000

Driver Background Investigations idealease_admin Thu, 09/07/2017 - 13:40

September 7, 2017

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Safe Driving Tips for Summer Time Weather Conditions

idealease_admin — Tue, 29 Aug 2017 13:37:00 +0000

Safe Driving Tips for Summer Time Weather Conditions idealease_admin Tue, 08/29/2017 - 08:37

August 29, 2017

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Ownership Transition Four Step Process

idealease_admin — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 19:52:00 +0000

Ownership Transition Four Step Process idealease_admin Fri, 08/25/2017 - 14:52

August 25, 2017

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