The trip inspection ensures your vehicle is safe to drive before you start your trip. En route inspections will help to identify any change in the condition of your vehicle. Stopping at regular intervals to inspect your vehicle could eliminate any unnecessary delays later on in your trip.

For safety, always stop your vehicle clear of the travelled portion of the highway or find a rest area to pull into, and inspect the following items:

• tires, rims, lug nuts and hubs
• brakes
• trailer coupling devices and electrical connections
• lights and reflectors
• load or cargo security
• fluid leaks

Whether you are driving or stopped, use your senses (look, listen, smell and feel) to identify any potential problems.

As you drive, you should also continuously monitor your gauges for any signs of change.