No Trucks Sign — Meaning

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated April 28, 2026 Also: Trucks Prohibited

Category: Regulatory
Shape: Vertical Rectangle
Colors: Black, Red, White
Text: (truck symbol)
MUTCD Code: R5-2

What does the No Trucks Sign mean?

The No Trucks sign shows a truck silhouette inside a red circle with a slash. It prohibits trucks (typically over a specified weight class) from using the marked road. Often posted on residential streets, parkways, or roads with weight-restricted bridges.

What to do when you see this sign

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If you are driving a truck or commercial vehicle, take an alternate route
2
Check additional plates for weight or vehicle-class restrictions
3
Plan commercial routes using truck-friendly mapping tools
4
Do not enter parkways (often No Trucks) — fines are high

Where you'll see it

On parkways (e.g., Virginia's George Washington Memorial Parkway)
In residential neighborhoods to reduce noise and damage
On low-clearance or weight-restricted bridges
In historic districts

Test trap: don't get caught by this

Some "No Trucks" signs apply only to vehicles over a certain weight (e.g., over 5 tons). Read additional plates carefully — your light pickup may be permitted while a 26-foot moving truck is not.

Frequently asked questions

Does No Trucks mean no pickup trucks?

Usually no — most signs apply to commercial trucks or vehicles over a certain weight. Check additional plates for specifics.

Why are trucks banned from parkways?

Parkways were designed in the early 20th century for passenger cars only. Their bridges and curves often cannot accommodate truck height, weight, or turning radius.

What is the fine for ignoring a No Trucks sign?

Varies widely. On New York's parkways, commercial vehicle violations can exceed $300, and some bridges have caused tens of thousands of dollars of damage when struck by trucks.