“When it comes to tractor-trailers hauling America’s freight, bigger isn’t necessarily better.
That’s the argument opponents of expanding the allowable length and weight of trucks on U.S. highways made at a recent “fly-in” on Capitol Hill, urging lawmakers to tap the brakes on legislation to put bigger trucks on the road.
Supporters of a pilot program to lift the federal limit of 80,000 pounds to 91,000 pounds say doing more with less — fewer trucks carrying more freight — will lower costs and address the shortage of drivers.”