roadside inspection
[ˈroʊdsaɪd ɪnˈspɛkʃən]
nounpl: roadside inspections
inspeção à beira da estrada
1. An official examination of a vehicle conducted by law enforcement or regulatory authorities on the side of a road to check for safety violations, mechanical defects, or compliance with transportation regulations
The truck driver was pulled over for a roadside inspection to verify compliance with weight and safety regulations.
O motorista do caminhão foi parado para uma inspeção à beira da estrada para verificar a conformidade com as regulamentações de peso e segurança.
2. A visual or physical check of a vehicle's condition, documents, cargo, or operator credentials performed at the roadside
During the roadside inspection, the officer discovered the vehicle had expired registration tags.
Durante a inspeção à beira da estrada, o oficial descobriu que o veículo tinha placas de registro vencidas.
In Brazil, roadside inspections (blitz) are common safety and enforcement measures on highways and main roads, particularly for commercial vehicles. In the USA, these inspections are standard procedure conducted by state troopers and highway patrol officers. Both countries use them to ensure road safety and regulatory compliance.
NYC Slang
stop and check / shake-down
Related Idioms & Phrases
get pulled over for a roadside inspection
pass a roadside inspection
fail a roadside inspection
subject to roadside inspection
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