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CVSA Level VIII Inspection

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has been developing an automated inspection process that will take place when the vehicle is in motion on the highway. Development has reached a point where testing of the new Level VIII inspection has started. There are...

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Brake Safety Week 2024: Essential Tips and Insights

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be conducting its annual Brake Safety Week from Aug. 25-31, 2024. This initiative emphasizes brake-related inspections and violation data collection, aiming to enhance the safety of commercial motor vehicles....

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The Importance of Side Underride Protection

Rear underride protection for trailers was initially put in place by the Interstate Commerce Commission in the 1960s. Over the years, the regulations have been modified to increase the size and strength of these devices. The 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act...

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2024 Operation Safe Driver Week

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will be holding its annual Operation Safe Driver Week enforcement initiative from July 7th through the 13th, 2024. Law enforcement personnel throughout North America will be on the lookout for unsafe driving behaviors,...

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The Rise of Electronic Systems in Vehicle Inspections

Electronic systems have become prevalent in both personal and commercial vehicles. We are familiar with electronic tolling and the Pre-Pass system for weigh station bypassing. Now, states are beginning to use electronic technology for truck inspection, enhancing...

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