Usually, no, although some states require that ALL vehicles over a certain weight do. Unfortunately, some of those states also exempt motorhomes, because the FMCSA - which seems to serve only to make life more difficult for commercial drivers at every turn - does not regulate recreational vehicles, whatsoever. So, no matter how untrained, unqualified, or unsafe a motor home driver is, they aren't required to stop.
No, weigh stations are for commercial cargo vehicles.
In most cases, rental trucks do not have to stop at weigh stations unless they are carrying a commercial load.
Yes, moving trucks are typically required to stop at weigh stations to ensure they are not exceeding weight limits set by regulations.
If requested to do so
Interstate weigh stations require any large truck to stop at the stations when they are open and active. A dump truck qualifies as a large truck that would need to stop.
Yes, if you are towing a boat, you may be required to stop at weigh stations, depending on the state and the weight of your vehicle and trailer combined. Many states have regulations that require all commercial vehicles and certain recreational vehicles over a specific weight to check in at weigh stations. It's important to familiarize yourself with local laws regarding towing and weigh station requirements to ensure compliance. Always look for signage indicating whether you need to stop.
Military vehicles are generally exempt from stopping at weigh stations, as they are often considered essential for national defense and security. However, this can vary by state and specific circumstances; some states may require military vehicles to stop for safety inspections or when transporting hazardous materials. It's important for military drivers to be aware of local laws and regulations regarding weigh stations.
Some states may require it. Ports of Entry in New Mexico require rental vehicles to stop.
To weigh in to make sure that they are not overloaded (because they causes more stress on the roads sometimes in towns at stop lights and stuff you can see the grooves in the tarmack were the trucks come through alot)
Some states do require it. Some states require all rental vehicles to stop at ports of entry (New Mexico is one).
In most states, no. However, some states may require commercial vehicles with a GVWR of as little as 8000 lbs. to stop at weigh stations.
it depends what vehicle a truck can weigh more than a car. and a motorhome weighs more than a ford contour