Ohio Ends Split Speed Limit - Heavy Duty Trucking
Ohio has eliminated its split speed limit for trucks, now requiring a uniform 65 mph speed limit on all highways, effective immediately.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Trucking / FMCSA Compliance space on July 8, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. All commercial motor vehicles operating in Ohio should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Trucking / FMCSA Compliance continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Ohio previously had a split speed limit (65 mph for cars, 55 mph for trucks on certain highways). Now trucks must adhere to a single 65 mph limit on all highways.
Who it affects
All commercial motor vehicles operating in Ohio
What you must do
Update speed limit policies and ensure drivers are aware of the new uniform 65 mph limit in Ohio.
Deadline
Immediately
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