Safety Implications of Allowing Trucks with Gross Weight of 6,501-10,000 pounds to Drive 55 mph on Non-limited Access Highways of Less Than Four Lanes

Report No: 76-R39

Published in 1976

About the report:

From a review of relevant research studies and laws of other states, it was concluded that changing the speed limit for vehicles of 6,501-10,000 pound gross weight would be premature pending further evidence that trucks of this size do not significantly differ from cars in their operational characteristics.

Documents

76-R39

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Authors

Robert A. Gouldin

Last updated: December 7, 2023