Log transportation trucks struggling under heavy loads discovered in recent weeks across Latvia
In recent weeks, the State Police Road Transport Supervision Department in Latvia has been actively enforcing weight regulations for heavy vehicles, particularly Scania trucks with Jyki trailers. Three administrative violation proceedings were initiated, leading to fines of EUR 1,500 for the drivers and EUR 15,000 for the companies involved.
According to the department's reports, a total of 378 administrative violation proceedings were initiated for exceeding the permitted actual mass of vehicles and the distribution of the specified load on the axles. This week alone, 2,240 vehicles registered in Latvia were inspected, with 1,965 of them being foreign-registered.
One of the most notable incidents occurred on the P87 motorway (Bauska-Aizkraukle), where a Scania vehicle with a Jyki trailer exceeded the two-axle load limit by a staggering 10,500 kg. Three administrative offence proceedings were initiated, and a fine of EUR 1,900 was imposed on the driver.
Another incident took place in Saldus municipality, where a Scania vehicle with a Jyki trailer exceeded the permitted 19 tonnes weight limit for two axles (26,742.5 kg). The same vehicle, in the same location, had an actual weight of 36,812.5 kg, exceeding the permitted 26 tonnes for a three-axle vehicle.
On the P8 motorway (Inciems - Sigulda - Ķegums), a Scania vehicle with a Jyki trailer exceeded the maximum permissible weight by 23,715 kg. The total load on the two axles of the vehicle was 31,112.5 kg, exceeding the limit by 13,112.5 kg.
While there are no specific publicly available details directly addressing heavy vehicle weight violation fines in Latvia for Scania vehicles with Jyki trailers, it is known that as of 10 June 2025, Latvia implemented amendments to administrative penalties concerning infringements related mainly to sanctions and certain offences. Fines for legal persons range from €10,000 to €30,000.
In nearby Lithuania, fines for weight-related violations for commercial vehicles can range from approximately €700 to €1,000 depending on vehicle category. However, it should be noted that these figures are only indicative and may not directly apply to Latvian policy without confirmation.
For precise and updated information on heavy vehicle weight violation fines in Latvia specifically for Scania trucks with Jyki trailers, contacting Latvian road traffic authorities or the State Revenue Service directly is recommended. They can provide exact rates, current trends, and enforcement practices for 2025.
- The EU industry of automotive transportation, particularly involving Scania trucks with Jyki trailers, is subject to stringent weight regulations in Latvia, as shown by the hefty fines imposed on both drivers and companies for violations.
- The State Revenue Service in Latvia has recently implemented amendments to administrative penalties, with fines for legal entities involved in heavy vehicle weight violation offenses ranging from €10,000 to €30,000 as of 10 June 2025.
- While the specific fines for Scania trucks with Jyki trailers in Latvia are not publicly available, fines for weight-related violations in nearby Lithuania can range from approximately €700 to €1,000 for commercial vehicles, offering a potential reference point.
