Crossing state lines comes with the exhilaration of adventure as well as a new set of laws. We are here to inform and help you avoid tickets. Check in each week to learn about the Rules of the Road.
Towing an RV or Vehicle in Mississippi:
Max tow speed: 55
Towing a car: Brake hook-up required
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Allowance: 20,000 lbs per axle
Required license: Class R
Allowed to triple tow: Yes
Height: 13 ½’
Width: 8 ½’
Combined length: None
Mississippi cell phone laws: No cell phone ban, texting ban on drivers holding a learners permit, enforcement is primary. For more information on cell phone laws visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
For information on Mississippi road construction visit the Mississippi Department or Transportation.
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