Texas

Truck speed limits in Texas: Highway 85 mph, Rural 85 mph, Urban 65 mph. Some toll roads allow 85 mph; most interstates 75-80; same for trucks. Left lane: Trucks restricted from left lane on designated highways where posted.

No mandatory chain law; chains may be needed during rare winter events in Panhandle Construction: Year-round construction; extensive TxDOT projects statewide.

Standard oversize/overweight permits; extensive state highway network; few restricted routes

Standard federal HOS enforcement; DPS Commercial Vehicle Enforcement very active due to volume ELD: Full federal ELD mandate compliance required.

High due to volume; DPS and local agencies conduct extensive inspections; trucker-friendly regulatory environment overall Drug testing: Federal DOT drug testing requirements apply.

Severe shortage in high-traffic corridors despite large truck stop network; worst gap between demand and supply nationally

For the most current trucking regulations in Texas, visit the official enforcement page at https://www.txdot.gov/business/peps/resources/state-laws-and-rules.html.