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Mainedriving inMissouri
Truck Friendly — high speed limits, no chain laws, good parking

Missouri

Highway Speed
70 mph
Urban Speed
60 mph
Truck Parking
Good
Inspection Level
Moderate

Speed Limits

Truck speed limits in Missouri: Highway 70 mph, Rural 70 mph, Urban 60 mph. Same as passenger vehicles. Left lane: No specific truck left-lane restriction.

Winter & Chain Laws

No mandatory chain law; chains permitted during winter weather Construction: Construction season March-November; heavy on I-70 corridor.

Restricted Routes

Standard oversize/overweight permits; some Kansas City and St. Louis metro restricted routes

Hours of Service & ELD

Standard federal HOS enforcement; MSHP motor carrier services ELD: Full federal ELD mandate compliance required.

Inspections & Enforcement

Moderate; MSHP conducts regular commercial vehicle inspections Drug testing: Federal DOT drug testing requirements apply.

Parking Availability

Good; excellent truck stop coverage along I-44, I-70, and I-55 corridors

Official Source

For the most current trucking regulations in Missouri, visit the official enforcement page at https://www.modot.org/motor-carrier-services.

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Law last updated: 2025-01Row last reviewed: Apr 17, 2026

Trucking regulations change frequently. Always verify current rules with the official state DOT or highway patrol before operating. This guide is for informational purposes only. Data reflects regulations as of early 2026.