Truck On Road
Lorin Mandaloniz
New York City's economic vitality and livability as a world-class city depend on a robust logistics and supply chain network that serves our 8.5 million residents, supports over 4 million jobs, and welcomes 62 million tourists annually. Trucks and commercial vehicles are essential to New York City, providing goods and services to millions of New Yorkers every day.
As required by Local Law 171 of 2023, NYC DOT is working to keep up with changes in residential and commercial land use patterns, the transportation network, reduce network redundancies, and adapt to changing delivery patterns.
We are committed to a collaborative approach in this effort. We encourage all stakeholders to engage in this process by submitting your comments on our Truck Route Network Redesign Map by July 31, 2024.
NYC DOT is committed to advancing transformative policies and programs to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of goods movement, mitigating the adverse effects of truck traffic on infrastructure and communities. We integrate these objectives to preserve the city's livability and simultaneously bolster New York City's economic competitiveness and vitality. We provide resources such as maps and FAQ for truck drivers, programs for freight transporters, and implement improvements for making deliveries more sustainable in New York City.
The City's unique blend of land uses, dense urban environment, and extensive transportation infrastructure necessitate a distinct set of rules and regulations for truck and commercial vehicle operations. For this system to function efficiently, drivers need to adhere to these rules and regulations.
New York City has unique definitions for commercial vehicles and trucks that differ from New York State Department of Motor Vehicles classifications. Find out how your vehicle is classified so you know what rules and regulations apply to you.
With nearly 1,000 miles of designated roadway, New York City has one of the most complex truck route systems in the nation. Need help navigating the city by truck?Learn more about different types of truck routes
Read a complete list of parkways where trucks and commercial vehicles are prohibitedCommercial Vehicles, Trucks & Tractor Trailers are Not Allowed on New York State Parkways Brochure (pdf)Request paper copies of the parkways brochure
The New York City Truck Routes map data is available in shapefile on NYC Open Data. These data sets contain the centerlines of through and local truck routes, and were created from LION, the City's base map of streets.
Fill out this form below to request a free New York City Truck Route Map. Please provide accurate and complete mailing information, including a company name if maps are to be mailed to your business or organization.
This map is to be used for reference purposes only. Please refer to the New York City Traffic Rules for the most current traffic regulations governing truck routes as well as permissible truck weight and dimensions. Information on this map is subject to change without notices. Always observe all posted restrictions as limitations may apply to designated truck routes.
NYC DOT publishes a full-color, double-sided map featuring the City's comprehensive Truck Route network overlaid on top of the entire arterial street network, making it easier for drivers to locate specific streets and intersections. The map also contains helpful information on truck route signage, weight limits and dimensions, overweight/overdimensional permitting and truck related violations as well as City, regional and state truck-related resources.
As part of the Delivering New York: A Smart Truck Management Plan, we continue work to improve our truck route network and map. Check our website and sign up for the Freight Newsletter to stay informed of the latest freight policy and updates.
Changes made to the Truck Route network and map between 2012 and 2015 are summarized below. For details of changes, see links below.Details on truck route changes in Brooklyn (pdf)Details on truck route changes in Queens (pdf)53 Foot Tractor Trailers can access specific and limited routes to JFK Airport in Queens. See the reverse side of the 2022 Truck Route Map for more information.
NYC DOT issues Express Lane Permits that enable ambulettes, commuter vans and shuttles and other mass transit fleets to use the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes leading to the Queens-Midtown and Brooklyn-Battery Tunnels.
The New York City Traffic Rules and Regulations are contained in Chapter 4 of Title 34 of the Rules of the City of New York. It includes rules on traffic signals; pedestrians; restrictions on turns; speed restrictions; other restrictions on movement; rules for parking, stopping, and standing; rules for buses, taxis and for-hire vehicles; truck routes; rules pertaining to parkways and parks; limitations on dimensions and weight of vehicles; and other information.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issues vehicle identification numbers, known as USDOT numbers, to commercial vehicles that operate interstate to transport passengers, or haul cargo. New York State requires intrastate commercial motor vehicle registrants to obtain a USDOT number. For more information, contact the FMCSA at 800-832-5660 or visit -i-need-usdot-number.
The NYC Clean Trucks Program provides rebate incentives and a network of resources to local commercial fleet operators so that they may transition away from diesel and towards clean, advanced trucks and transportation technologies.NYC Clean Trucks Program Website
NYC DOT provides Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) incentive funding toward the purchase of Tier 4 Final or ultra-low-emissions TRUs to qualified applicants in Hunts Point. Qualified fleets will work with the City to promote the reduction of harmful emissions from Tier 0, Tier 1 and Tier 2 TRU engines.
Because of the height of large trucks, it can be difficult for truck drivers to see what is happening directly in front of their vehicles. This has contributed to a significant number of pedestrian deaths in New York City.
Local Law 77, which was signed into law in 2003, requires the use of ultra-low sulfur diesel and "best available technology" for reducing emissions from non-road equipment used on City construction projects.
Verified Technologies List of all the diesel retrofit technologies that the US Environmental Protection Agency has approved for use in engine retrofit programsSummary of verified diesel emission control strategies by the California Air Resources Board
Understanding the challenges of urban freight deliveries in NYC today enables us to identify opportunities for improved efficiency in the last mile delivery. Read the 2019 report:Improving the Efficiency of Truck Deliveries in NYC 2019 Report
The New York City Truck Route Network is a set of roads that commercial vehicles must use in New York City. This network is comprised of two distinct classes of roadways, Local Truck Routes and Through Truck Routes. The network is defined in Section 4-13 (pdf) of the New York City Traffic Rules.
All vehicles defined as a truck (two axles and six tires, or three or more axles) are required to follow the Truck Route Network. Commercial vehicles that do not meet the definition of a truck are not required to follow this network, but must follow all posted signage regarding the operation of commercial vehicles.Learn about the difference between a truck and a commercial vehicle
The Local Truck Route Network is designated for trucks with an origin and destination within a borough. This includes trucks that are traveling to make a delivery, or for loading or servicing. Trucks should only use non-designated routes for the purpose at the beginning or end of a trip, when traveling between their origin/destination and a truck route.
For example, a truck trip that starts in Staten Island and ends in Queens would be required to use the Through Route Network while passing through the borough of Brooklyn en route to Queens. If the destination in Queens was not immediately accessible from the Through Truck Route, the driver would then have to travel on the Local Truck Route Network to complete his or her trip. However, a truck going from one end of Queens to the other is permitted to travel on the local truck route network.
An operator is allowed to travel on a street that is not a designated truck route for the purpose of arriving at his or her destination.When accessing such a location, the operator must leave a designated truck route at the intersection that is nearest to his/her destination, proceed by the most direct route, and then return to the nearest designated truck route using the most direct route. If the operator has additional destinations in the same general area, he/she may proceed by the most direct route to his/her next destination without returning to a designated truck route, provided that the operator's next destination does not require crossing a designated truck route.
These rules do not apply to authorized emergency vehicles and authorized public utility company vehicles engaged in an emergency operation as defined in Section 114-b (pdf) of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.
Truck drivers must always have on hand a bill of lading, or similar document, showing the points of origin and destination of the trip. Drivers must present for inspection on request of a law enforcement officer or other authorized person. The presence of signage is not required to enforce Truck Route regulations.
The Indian Truck Trail offers an alternate way to hike Santiago Peak (Saddleback Mountain). It's not a rustic single-track trail like the Santiago Peak hike from Lower Holy Jim Trail, but instead includes some wider Forest Service dirt roads (Indian Truck Trail is also known as forest road 5S01). You might see a few 4x4s or mountain bikes, but otherwise it's very mellow. It's a beautiful hike, so don't let this stop you.
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