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Winter Chain Laws — chains or traction devices required in season

Maine

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

Speed Limits

Truck speed limits in Maine: Highway 65 mph, Rural 65 mph, Urban 55 mph. Same as passenger vehicles; Maine Turnpike 75 mph for cars but trucks limited to 65. Left lane: No specific truck left-lane restriction.

Winter & Chain Laws

No mandatory chain law; chains and studded tires permitted October 1 - April 30 Construction: Short construction season May-October; spring thaw weight restrictions March-May.

Restricted Routes

Many rural roads have seasonal weight limits during spring thaw; standard oversize/overweight permits

Hours of Service & ELD

Standard federal HOS enforcement; Maine State Police CMV units ELD: Full federal ELD mandate compliance required.

Inspections & Enforcement

Moderate; MSP conducts inspections at weigh stations and roving patrols Drug testing: Federal DOT drug testing requirements apply.

Parking Availability

Very limited; only 45 spots per 100K truck miles; one of the worst states for truck parking

Official Source

For the most current trucking regulations in Maine, visit the official enforcement page at https://www.maine.gov/mdot/csd/.

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Maine DOT / Enforcement: https://www.maine.gov/mdot/csd/
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.