There’s a new update for Virginia oversize/overweight load requirements.
The state now has a new police requirement for over-height loads specifically.
Effective as of 11/25/2024, loads exceeding 17’0″ tall are required to have a police escort in addition to any required civilian escort(s).
Questions? WCS Permits & Pilot Cars Can Help
WCS Permits & Pilot Cars is North America’s oversize load authority. We are committed to keeping the oversize load industry up-to-date about travel restrictions, oversize fees, declarations and more.
We provide various industries with oversize load permits, trip & fuel permits, superload permits, route surveying, transportation consulting, pilot car dispatching and truck safety equipment throughout the United States and Canada.
WCS has over 65 permit agents who have the experience and knowledge to permit oversize loads in a timely fashion.


