March 01, 2025

Truckers urged to check tires, hours before roadcheck in May

Steve Smith

Truckers urged to check tires, hours before roadcheck in May

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has provided a checklist to help truckers gear up for the 2025 International Roadcheck, occurring May 13-15 across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

Focus areas: This year's inspections will center on tire conditions and hours-of-service compliance.

Tires: Inspectors will check for issues like low tread depth, air leaks, and improper repairs.
Hours-of-service: They'll be on the lookout for electronic logging device tampering and inaccurate records.

Why it's important: Proper tire upkeep avoids costly delays and hazards. Meanwhile, correctly logging hours ensures drivers aren't fatigued on the road.

The inspection blitz serves as a crucial reminder for truckers to review these key areas before May. Compliance keeps everyone rolling with fewer headaches.

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