Ensuring Safe, Efficient Transportation for Georgia’s Rural Communities

Georgia’s roads connect farms, forests and businesses to markets across the state and country. Maintaining current truck weight limits ensures that these vital connections remain strong, safe and sustainable.

The Case for 88,000 lbs.

  • A Lifeline for Georgia’s Communities

    Agribusiness and forestry are the backbone of Georgia’s rural communities. By maintaining truck weight limits, we ensure efficient transport of goods, saving costs and keeping businesses competitive.

    Maintaining 88,000 lbs saves businesses $72 per trip, reducing costs by 30%.

  • Modern Trucks, Proven Safety

    Advances in technology make today’s trucks the safest in history. Maintaining the current 88,000 lbs capacity ensures fewer trips and less driver fatigue, reducing accidents.

    ESC and AEB systems reduce front-to-rear crashes by up to 44%, making Georgia’s roads safer for everyone.

  • Fewer Trips, Lower Emissions

    Heavier trucks mean fewer trips, cutting emissions and traffic. Georgia’s forestry and poultry sectors alone save the equivalent of taking 8,306 cars off the road annually at current weight allowances.

    38,201 tons of CO2 saved annually

  • Built to Support Progress

    Maintaining 88,000 lbs reduces road travel by 20 million miles annually for forestry alone.

Driving Efficiency in Georgia

Maintaining truck weight limits allows Tobey’s small logging business to save costs, improve safety, and strengthen his community.

“The 88,000 lb. limit saves me time and money. Without it, I’d need more trucks and more drivers just to stay afloat.” – Tobey McDowell, Logger

Safer Workplaces for Truckers

At current truck weights, truckers are less stressed and better rested, contributing to safer roads and workplaces for John’s trucking business.

“Fewer trips mean less stress for my drivers and a safer workplace.” – John Doe, Trucking Business Owner

Farms Go Further

With lower logistics overhead, rural farmers like Jane Doe are able to distribute their products further and reach new markets, strengthening the agriculture industry.

“Current capacity limits have allowed me to distribute my pecans to further corners of the state, building my farm business and providing stability for my family.” – Jane Doe, Farmer

FAQs

  • A: Yes. Modern trucks are built with advanced safety features, like electronic stability control and automatic emergency braking, making them safer than ever. Data shows that trucks operating under current limits have lower crash rates compared to passenger vehicles.

  • A: No. Additionally, maintaining 88,000 lbs reduces the number of trips, which could lower overall wear and tear.

  • A: Efficient transportation supports rural businesses, creates good-paying jobs, and helps fund local infrastructure improvements.