By Eclipse DOT
🚨 This Is Your Official Wake-Up Call
You know that feeling when you hit snooze one too many times and suddenly realize you’re late for something really important? Yeah, that’s what CVSA Roadcheck 2025 is for a lot of fleets.
Only this time, you’re not late for a meeting — you’re late getting compliant. And instead of a disappointed boss, you’ll meet a DOT inspector with a flashlight, a form, and zero sympathy.
From May 13–15, the CVSA will carry out a 72-hour, continent-wide inspection blitz. It’s essentially the Super Bowl of DOT enforcement — but no one’s handing out trophies. They’re handing out violations.
If you’re ready, you’ll pass and keep rolling. If you’re not? Well… park it, buddy.
🌟 2025 Focus Areas: Tires & False RODS
Each year, CVSA picks two main inspection targets. In 2025, they’re doubling down on tire safety and false records of duty status (RODS) — two of the most violated and dangerous problem areas in commercial transport.
🛞 Tire Safety
Tires will be under the microscope this year — and we’re not talking casual glances. Inspectors will check everything from tread depth and sidewall integrity to inflation levels.
Neglect here is costly. Underinflated tires, visible damage, and uneven wear are all red flags. During the 2024 Roadcheck, over 20% of vehicles placed out of service had tire-related violations. That’s not a minor detail — it’s one of the top reasons trucks get shut down.
So, if your pre-trips are more of a “walk-by” than a “check-up,” prepare for a rough inspection.
📘 Falsified Records of Duty Status (RODS)
This is where paper trails get serious. Inspectors are laser-focused on logbook accuracy and ELD consistency.
They’re digging deep into:
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Personal conveyance abuse
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Conflicting log entries
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Location mismatches
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Unassigned drive time
What used to be brushed off as “driver error” is now a full-blown compliance issue. One sketchy log could trigger a full inspection and land your driver out of service.
🔍 Don’t Forget: They’re Still Checking Everything Else
While tires and false logs are in the spotlight, inspectors aren’t ignoring the rest. You can still expect checks on:
🔎 Driver qualifications: Valid CDL, med card, endorsements — all must be current.
📅 ELD data accuracy: They’ll review HOS compliance and check if your devices are actually doing their job.
🚗 Vehicle condition: Brakes, suspension, lights, mirrors, and securement will all be under scrutiny.
⚠️ Hazmat: If you’re hauling anything hazardous, your documentation, placards, and packaging better be flawless.
Bottom line? It’s not just about tires and logs. It’s about the whole truck, the whole driver, the whole operation.
📊 Roadcheck 2024: The Stats You Should Care About
To understand what’s coming, look back at what’s already happened. During the 2024 Roadcheck:
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48,761 inspections were completed
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9,345 vehicles were placed out of service — that’s 19.2%
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2,290 drivers were removed from service — about 4.7%
Top Vehicle Violations:
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Defective service brakes (25%)
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Tire issues (20.8%)
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Other brake violations (18.3%)
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Lighting problems (11.6%)
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Cargo securement (9.6%)
Top Driver Violations:
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Hours of Service (32.1%)
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No CDL (25.4%)
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No medical card (11.2%)
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Falsified logs (10.9%)
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Suspended license (5.1%)
Notice a trend? The very things inspectors are focusing on this year — tires and RODS — made up a massive chunk of last year’s violations. That’s not a coincidence.
🧯 Why Fleets Still Fail (and How to Turn That Around)
Let’s get honest for a second. Most Roadcheck violations are totally preventable.
We’re talking expired medical cards, missed tire checks, sloppy logs, and forgotten inspection forms. It’s not that fleets don’t care — it’s that they’re buried. Dispatch fires, driver turnover, maintenance schedules, DOT updates — it’s a lot.
But guess what? Inspectors don’t care how busy your back office is. They care whether your truck is safe, your driver is legal, and your logs are clean.
And when they’re not? You’re out of service, your client’s freight is late, and your insurance company starts asking awkward questions.
🛠️ Eclipse DOT: The Partner You Need to Stay Rolling
You don’t need more guesswork. You need systems that work, training that sticks, and visibility that keeps you ahead. That’s where we come in.
📁 DOTDocs: Your Digital Compliance HQ
Imagine this: All your driver files, vehicle inspections, training records, and document expirations — in one place, fully automated.
No more hunting through folders. No more post-it notes. Just instant access to exactly what inspectors want to see.
And yes — it’ll even notify you before something expires. Like magic… only legal.
🔍 Pre-Audits That Actually Help
You don’t want to wait until an officer finds the problem. We’ll do a complete audit first — catch the cracks before they become citations.
We’ve got zero interest in finger-pointing. We’re here to identify, correct, and train.
Think of us as your compliance pit crew — fast, focused, and full of solutions.
🎓 Training That Doesn’t Bore Drivers to Death
Let’s be honest: most compliance training is painful. Not ours.
We keep it real. No fluff. No filler. Just straight-to-the-point coaching that drivers actually remember — and apply. Whether you need ELDT, supervisor training, or Roadcheck prep, we’ve got a program for it.
And yeah… we make it fun, too.
🧾 Free Micro Audit
Not ready for a full audit? No problem.
Let us take a quick look at your DOT program and give you a no-pressure summary of what’s working — and what’s not. No strings. No scare tactics. Just help.
👉 Schedule your micro audit now
✅ 10 Must-Do Tasks Before Roadcheck
To prep like a pro, check off these 10 action items:
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Thoroughly inspect every tire on every truck and trailer
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Review logs for all drivers — check for inconsistencies or red flags
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Ensure every CDL and med card is up to date and valid
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Scrub ELD data for mismatches, gaps, or unassigned time
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Confirm all vehicles have current maintenance and inspection logs
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Run mock inspections with drivers
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Retrain on tire inspection techniques and HOS logging
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Upload everything into DOTDocs — stop chasing paper
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Fix known violations immediately — no waiting
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Book your free micro audit with Eclipse DOT
Bonus: Put together a Roadcheck Kit — include gloves, a flashlight, tread depth gauge, spare fuses, copies of paperwork, and a good attitude. Confidence matters when your driver opens that door.
🟢 Let’s Make Roadcheck Just Another Week
If Roadcheck still scares you, let’s change that. It’s not a DOT death trap — it’s just another inspection. When you’ve got solid systems, trained people, and the right tools, it’s a breeze.
At Eclipse DOT, we’ve helped thousands of companies go from “I hope we pass” to “We’ve got this.”
You don’t have to go it alone. Let’s make Roadcheck 2025 your best one yet.