CMV Safe Speed
In 2022, over 12,151 lives were taken due to speeding. FMCSA is committed to protecting the safety of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers, which includes emphasizing the importance of observing speed limits.
FMCSA’s Safe Speed Campaign helps communicate that maintaining safe speeds can improve safety and save lives. Large trucks and buses take much longer to stop because of their weight and size, it is critical that CMV drivers know how to safely operate their vehicles while obeying traffic laws, like speed limits.
Driving over the speed limit endangers all road users. By maintaining a safe speed on our roads, CMV drivers are able to control their large vehicles better and carefully react to changing road conditions, like traffic or weather impacts. The action is simple: maintain safe speeds to help save lives.
How Can You Practice Safe Driving Behaviors?
Slow down and follow the speed limit.
Take a look at your route and adapt your speed accordingly.
When weather conditions take a turn, slow down.
Helpful Resources
Help FMCSA spread the word and promote safe driving behaviors by sharing FMCSA's campaign materials. Access the full Safe Speed toolkit.
Tip Sheet
Review this tip sheet to get smart on how to maintain a safe speed.
Visor Card
Take this visor card on the road with you to always have a reminder of the importance of maintaining a safe speed.
Social Media Materials
Share these important safe speed messages with your friends and family on social media.
Last updated: Monday, September 30, 2024