The top violations during CSA roadside inspections are generally lights, tires and brakes, each of which can be spotted during a quality pre-trip inspection before they drag down CSA scores.

Applicants must pass the full CDL skills test – which includes pre-trip inspection, basic control and a road test – to receive their CDL. The vehicle inspection test and the basic control ...

They still need to do the pre-trip inspection, basic control and road test. The new test is supposed to reflect modern vehicle features. "We hope that more drivers will apply,” said Sandino.