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holstein13
Explorer
Dec 20, 2014

I'd like some clarity on the California towing speed limit

I just got to California yesterday and noticed the signs that said vehicles towing trailers are limited to 55 mph. I wasn't sure if that applied to me towing my toad (not a trailer) but I slowed down anyway just in case to avoid any problems. I don't want to be pleading ignorance to the CHP.

I'm nearly certain this means that tractor trailers should drive 55 but I noticed they routinely drove 59 MPH. Probably taking advantage of the cushion most law enforcement officers allow.
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  • CKNSLS's avatar
    CKNSLS
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2014
    Spent all my life in California before retiring - speed limit is 55mph for you. You need to stay in the right two lanes unless an interchange is coming up.
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    Two_Hands
    Explorer
    Dec 20, 2014
    You are towing so the maximum speed for you is 55 mph. You have three axles on your motorhome, according to your signature photo, so, in California, you are considered a truck and your maximum speed is 55 mph regardless of whether or not you are towing.

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