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Darin, they do in Quebec too. Though the 105 km/h regulation was forced by the govt with much resistance from the trucking industry.
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Tend tend to drive slower, and in some states they have lower speed limits. Perhaps if I ever write a follow up I will mention this
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In Ohio, the trucks are required to drive 55 MPH. This is a reason a lot of truckers refuse to buy fuel and other items in Ohio.
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