1. Executive Summary Commercial trucking operates at the intersection of safety, compliance, and profitability. While total vehicle weight has long been regulated and monitored, weight distribution particularly off-center loading—remains an under-measured risk factor. An unevenly loaded truck can meet gross weight limits and still pose a significant rollover or jackknife hazard. This case study, inspired by an industry discussion initiated by Yuval Hernik, examines whether st

Fleet operators worldwide lose billions of dollars due to cargo damage. Handling and poor road conditions account for a significant portion of these losses. The implementation of weigh-in-motion (WIM) systems aims to address this by preventing truck-related accidents before they occur. The procurement and deployment of WIM systems in highways, bridge decks and ramps creates a mutually beneficial situation for both regulators and transportation professionals. The authorities c