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Heavy Restrictions — CDL-only roads, low clearances, no-truck routes

New Jersey

Highway Speed
65 mph
Urban Speed
55 mph
Truck Parking
Very Limited
Inspection Level
High

Speed Limits

Truck speed limits in New Jersey: Highway 65 mph, Rural 65 mph, Urban 55 mph. Same as passenger vehicles; 55 in many urban areas. Left lane: Trucks restricted from left lane on NJ Turnpike and other designated highways.

Winter & Chain Laws

No mandatory chain law; chains permitted during winter weather Construction: Year-round construction; extensive NJ Turnpike and I-95 corridor projects.

Restricted Routes

Garden State Parkway prohibits commercial vehicles; Palisades Interstate Parkway restricted; extensive local truck route requirements; low-clearance bridges common

Hours of Service & ELD

Aggressive enforcement; NJSP commercial vehicle units very active on NJ Turnpike ELD: Full federal ELD mandate compliance required.

Inspections & Enforcement

High; NJSP and NJ DOT conduct extensive inspections; NJ Turnpike enforcement heavy Drug testing: Federal DOT drug testing requirements apply.

Parking Availability

Very limited; dense Northeast corridor; NJ Turnpike service areas provide some parking; severe shortage in northern NJ

Official Source

For the most current trucking regulations in New Jersey, visit the official enforcement page at https://www.nj.gov/njsp/division/investigations/commercial-carrier.shtml.

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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.