South Carolina Limits Trucks To Right Lanes - Heavy Duty Trucking
South Carolina has enacted a law requiring trucks to use the right lanes on highways, effective immediately. This affects all commercial motor vehicles operating in the state.
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 High urgency. All truck drivers and motor carriers operating in South Carolina, especially owner-operators and small fleets. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediate compliance required; enforcement has begun.. 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
Trucks are now limited to the right lane(s) on highways with two or more lanes in the same direction, except when passing or preparing to turn left.
Who it affects
All truck drivers and motor carriers operating in South Carolina, especially owner-operators and small fleets.
What you must do
Update driver training materials and ensure all drivers are aware of the new lane restriction.
Deadline
Immediate compliance required; enforcement has begun.
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