International Roadcheck 2026

Every May, tens of thousands of commercial vehicles are pulled into inspection lanes across North America as part of International Roadcheck, the industry’s largest targeted enforcement program. If you’re behind the wheel, the calendar just handed you a deadline.

Here’s what’s happening in 2026, what inspectors will focus on, and what you can do right now to keep your CDL clean and your truck moving.

What Is International Roadcheck?

International Roadcheck is a 72-hour commercial vehicle safety blitz organized by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). Certified inspectors across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico conduct Level I, II, and III inspections at weigh stations, ports of entry, and roadside locations. In 2025 alone, inspectors examined more than 56,000 trucks and buses during the three-day window.

The most common result of a failed inspection isn’t just a fine. It’s an out-of-service order, meaning you’re parked until the violation is corrected. That costs you time, money, and potentially your safety record.

2026 Focus Areas: What Inspectors Are Prioritizing

Each year, CVSA designates specific focus areas in addition to the standard North American Standard Level I Inspection. For 2026, the two designated focus areas are:

• Hours of service (HOS) compliance — Inspectors will review your ELD or paper logs to confirm that your duty status, on-duty time, sleeper berth usage, and 30-minute break compliance are accurate and current. This includes verifying that your ELD is functioning properly and that your log data matches your supporting documents.
• Tractor protection systems and air loss rates — Inspectors will check your tractor protection valve and emergency valve function, along with your vehicle’s air loss rate during both a static and dynamic brake test. Brake adjustment and brake hose condition will also be part of this evaluation.

These two areas don’t replace the full inspection; they’re in addition to it. Inspectors will still check lights, tires, coupling devices, cargo securement, and driver documentation.

How To Prepare Before May 12

You don’t need to overhaul your operation to get through Roadcheck in good shape. You need a thorough, honest pre-trip and a little extra attention to the two focus areas.

For HOS compliance:

• Review your last seven days of logs for any gaps, errors, or mismatched data
• Confirm your ELD is connected, synced, and functioning before every dispatch
• Keep your supporting documents, like bills of lading, fuel receipts, and toll records, organized and accessible
• Know your current duty status cycle and when your next reset or break is required

For braking and air systems:

• Inspect all brake hoses and lines for cracks, chafing, or leaks
• Test your tractor protection valve to confirm it functions correctly when your air pressure drops
• Perform a static brake test and listen for air leaks at all connection points
• Check brake pushrod stroke on every axle during your pre-trip

If anything looks off, get it fixed before you roll. An inspector will find it.

What We See at ADICA Trucking

At ADICA Trucking, safety compliance isn’t a once-a-year event. It’s part of every dispatch. Our drivers operate across the U.S. in flatbed, heavy haul, and logistics operations where proper equipment function and accurate documentation aren’t optional. We hold our trucks and drivers to a high standard year-round, which means Roadcheck week looks a lot like every other week.

If you’re an owner-operator or fleet manager looking for a carrier that takes compliance seriously, we’d like to talk.

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