North Dakota Spring Load Restrictions

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...

Wisconsin Spring Thaw Restrictions: What You Need to Know

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...

Minnesota Spring Load Restrictions: What You Need to Know

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...

Processing Times for Oversize Load Permits in Various States

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...

How Much Do Oversize Load Permits Cost Across Different States?

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...

Managing Billing and Credit Cards on Synchron Permits: A Step-by-Step Guide

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...

How to Use the Synchron Permits Estimator Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide

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...

Oversize Regulations Blog

Understanding State and Federal Oversize Load Regulations: Key Differences and Compliance Tips:Transporting oversized loads in the United States requires a thorough understanding of both federal and state regulations. While federal guidelines provide a foundational framework, individual states impose their own specific rules, leading to a complex regulatory environment. Navigating these...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Oversize Load Permits in the U.S.

Transporting oversized loads across the United States requires meticulous planning and strict adherence to federal and state regulations. Securing the appropriate oversize load permits is a critical component of this process. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to applying for these permits, highlighting how partnering with a specialized permitting service...