Mark your calendars for May 13-15, 2025. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will conduct its annual International Roadcheck, a 72-hour inspection event involving thousands of commercial motor vehicle inspections across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This high-visibility initiative is one of the most significant compliance events of the year for carriers and drivers.
During this event, inspectors will perform the North American Standard Level I Inspection. This 37-step procedure reviews driver operating requirements and vehicle mechanical fitness. While inspectors will check all standard components, this year’s spotlight is on two key areas: tire safety and false or inaccurate Records of Duty Status (RODS).
Both focus areas are frequent sources of out-of-service violations. That means unnecessary downtime, lost revenue, and potential safety scores impacts. Common violations include low tire tread, sidewall damage, flat or underinflated tires, and logbook errors such as ghost co-drivers or improper use of personal conveyance.
Now is the time to take the lead. Proactive preparation can make all the difference in helping your drivers pass inspections and keeping your fleet moving. Use these free resources to get started.
✅ Manager’s Guide to help you plan internal audits, refresh driver training, and ensure tractor binders are current
✅ CVSA Roadcheck Driver’s Checklist to help drivers conduct daily pre-checks and avoid common violations
✅ 2025 Focus Area Flyer for a quick-reference breakdown of what inspectors are targeting this year
Looking for year-round compliance support? My Fleet AI’s S.A.F.E. platform gives you 24/7 safety monitoring, coaching tools, audit prep, and real-time alerts to help you stay inspection-ready daily.
There is still time to prepare. Let’s make sure your fleet is confident, compliant, and ready to shine when inspection day arrives.
