Vehicle Inspection Test — Georgia CDL Requirements & Lessons

15 Slides 10 min

Georgia Modernized CDL Skills Test

Prepare for the modernized Vehicle Inspection and Basic Control Skills procedures adopted statewide by Georgia DDS in 2026.

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10 min

Georgia Modernized Vehicle Inspection Test Rules

Perform Georgia's statewide modernized Vehicle Inspection using the official checklist, complete explanations, safe entry and exit, and examiner-directed sequence.

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10 min

Georgia Modernized Air and Hydraulic Brake Test Checks

Demonstrate the required air or hydraulic brake checks with correct thresholds, order, observations, and safety setup in the Georgia modernized inspection.

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13 Slides 12 min

Internal and In-Cab Inspection

Inspect safety equipment, controls, gauges, windshield, mirrors, emergency equipment, and cab condition.

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11 min

Passenger and School Bus Inspection Items

Inspect doors, exits, seating, aisles, lifts, stop equipment, mirrors, and student/passenger safety systems.

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13 Slides 9 min

Lights Operations Check

Demonstrate headlights, signals, brake lights, hazards, clearance lamps, reflectors, and dashboard indicators.

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13 Slides 12 min

Front and Engine Area Inspection

Inspect fluids, belts, hoses, leaks, steering components, frame, suspension, brakes, wheels, and tires.

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16 Slides 12 min

Axles, Wheels, and Suspension Inspection

Inspect every axle’s suspension, brake, wheel, hub, rim, fastener, and tire condition.

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11 min

Side and Rear Inspection

Inspect fuel/exhaust/DEF systems, body, cargo, doors, landing gear, lights, and rear protection.

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13 Slides 12 min

Combination Vehicle Inspection Items

Inspect fifth wheel, kingpin, apron, lines, platform, locking devices, trailer, and coupling brakes.

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