With the draft set to bring major traffic surges, WisDOT is working hard to ensure the event is a success—making sure the roads are safe and the traffic flows without a hitch. Here’s what OSOW travelers need to know: Single-Trip Permits will have restricted travel on...
The 2025 international road-check will soon be upon us. This road-check, or 'safety blitz', is initiated by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA). The CVSA is a non-profit organization and works closely with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the Department of Transportation...
As the world turns its eyes to Massachusetts for the iconic Boston Marathon on Monday, April 21, logistics planners and carriers should be turning their eyes to the roads — and the restrictions that come with them. Recognized as the world’s largest annual marathon, the Boston...
Frost laws, or seasonal weight restrictions, are implemented during the spring thaw to protect roads from damage caused by the combination of melting frost and water in the ground. When the ground begins to thaw, the soil can become soft and unstable, making roads more...
We recently attended the SC&RA Transportation Symposium in NC, where we had the opportunity to meet with several state officials and gather valuable insights that could be of interest to our OD/OW customers and partners. Please see the information below, and don't hesitate to reach...
Winter Storm Blair continues to drop heavy snow and ice from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic. While road crews are out in force across all states impacted, Blair continues to cover the roadways in many states. As a courtesy to the industry we have compiled...
October 25, 2024 Interesting Facts + Stats and Closings Automated Weigh-in-Motion Enforcement is a Resounding Success in NYC Weigh in Motion (WIM) is not a novel concept. Many scale houses have used this technology for quite some time. But what if DOT officials could accurately and quickly...
Several states shared information over the past few weeks concerning permitting systems, office availability times, and much more. Below is a quick overview of information carriers need to know. Alaska launched AK SWOOP on 9/30/2024! Permits that require office review are estimated to be issued...
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week took place September 15-21, 2024. Each day Permit America took to social media platforms to show our appreciation to the men and women who are the lifeblood of the American economy. A truck drivers work goes beyond just transporting cargo; it...
The Wyoming Highway Patrol – Commercial Carrier Office has announced the go live date for the Wyoming Electronic Permitting System (WYDOT EPS) will be October 1st, 2024. Currently, carriers receive an authorization number before entering Wyoming, which gives permission to move to a port of...