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November 24, 2025
Reminder on the Department of Transportation standards
As a reminder, registered motor vehicles, trucks, semi-trailers, and trailers that weigh more than 10,001 lbs. or more and operate under a contract with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts must ensure they are certified by December 31, 2025. These Department of Transportation standards stem from a 2022 law signed by Charlie Baker in January 2023 as one of his final acts as governor.
The law requires:
- Lateral protective devices
- Convex mirrors
- Crossover mirrors
- Backup cameras
For more detailed information on certification please visit https://www.mass.gov/info-details/truck-safety-devices or email safertrucks@dot.state.ma.us with any questions.
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