NJDOT is implementing Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions for:

·                    Interstate 76 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 78 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 80 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 195 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 280 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 287 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 295 (entire length);

·                    Interstate 676 (entire length); and

·                    New Jersey Route 440, both directions from the Outerbridge Crossing to I-287

This restriction does not apply to:

·                    The New Jersey Turnpike

·                    The Garden State Parkway

·                    The Atlantic City Expressway

This is effective on 01-19-25 at 0900hrs.

CLICK HERE for the administrative order.

·       SLOW DOWN and obey posted speed limits

·       Always STAY CLEAR of plowing and spreading trucks. If they are behind you, let them pass

·       DO NOT pass between trucks that are in a plow formation

·       Leave early and allow extra time

·       Leave a safe following distance between vehicles

·       Use caution on bridges and ramps

·       If you are driving and road conditions deteriorate, PULL OFF somewhere safe and wait it out

·       Be patient and use caution

·       Keep an emergency kit in your car with a cell phone charger, water, snacks, blanket, and other items.

To understand the purpose and need for Commercial Vehicle Travel Restrictions, watch this video.

NJDOT will be using Variable Message Signs throughout the storm to provide winter driving alerts, as well as the NJDOT Facebook page and X (Twitter) @NewJerseyDOT. Motorists are encouraged to check NJDOT's traffic information website www.511nj.org for real-time travel information.