As spring approaches, Michigan enforces frost law restrictions—also known as seasonal weight restrictions—to protect its roads from damage caused by heavy loads during the thawing season. While roads may seem durable, they become extremely fragile in late winter and early spring, when temperatures rise and the ground begins to thaw unevenly. In...
When transporting oversized or overweight loads, safety and regulatory compliance are top priorities. One of the most essential components of a safe and legal oversize haul is the use of escort vehicles, also known as pilot cars. These vehicles help guide oversized loads, ensure public safety, and communicate with the...
When applying for oversized permits, accurate axle spacing measurements are essential. State regulations require precise distances between axles, as well as overall truck and trailer dimensions, to determine permit requirements. In this guide, we'll walk you through the correct way to measure axle spacings, overall length, and kingpin to rear...
Each year, North Dakota enforces Spring Load Restrictions to protect its highways from damage caused by heavy loads during the thawing season. These restrictions limit axle weights on affected roads, requiring carriers to plan ahead and adjust their loads to avoid costly fines.This guide explains when the restrictions start, how...
As temperatures rise and frost leaves the ground, Wisconsin enforces Spring Thaw Restrictions to protect roadways from damage caused by heavy loads. These restrictions impact oversize and overweight travel.This guide explains when the restrictions start, what roads are affected, and how they impact heavy haulers. When Do Wisconsin’s Spring Thaw Restrictions...
Every year, the state of Minnesota enforces Spring Load Restrictions (SLR) to protect its roadways from damage caused by heavy loads on thawing pavement. These restrictions are crucial for preserving infrastructure but can be challenging for carriers and drivers transporting oversized or overweight loads.In this blog, we’ll break down Minnesota’s Spring Load Restrictions, explain how they...
When transporting oversized or overweight loads across state lines, permit processing times are a crucial factor that can impact delivery schedules and trip planning. Since each state has its own approval system and review process, some permits are issued instantly, while others may take hours or even days.In this blog, we’ll outline the...
Transporting oversize loads requires compliance with various state regulations, and one of the key considerations for trucking companies and owner-operators is the cost of permits. Since each state sets its own permit fees, understanding these costs is essential for accurate budgeting and efficient planning. In this guide, we will break...
Keeping your billing and payment details up to date is essential for seamless transactions. This guide will walk you through how to manage your billing profile and credit cards securely on Synchron Permits. For a video walkthrough, you can also watch our tutorial below or on Youtube.https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=R8tp9LOheImsWRfV.&v=CkVe7dhkG5s&feature=youtu.be Accessing Your Billing...
The Synchron Permits Estimator Tool is designed to help dispatchers and trucking professionals calculate permit costs, assess escort requirements, and plan routes efficiently. Here’s a detailed guide on how to use this valuable tool, available at https://permits.synchrontms.com/estimator. The following guideline provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the process. For a more detailed...