Washington, D.C. — PrePass Safety Alliance announced on September 9, 2026 that its weigh‑station bypass system now includes 116 new sites in Rhode Island, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts, raising the total number of participating locations to more than 550 across 44 states.
The expansion matters because every minute saved at a weigh station translates into fuel, revenue and driver‑time gains. Fleet managers and owner‑operators who meet safety criteria can now cruise past additional checkpoints, reducing idle time on high‑traffic corridors that often choke OTR routes.
Mark Doughty, president and CEO of PrePass, highlighted the milestone, noting that the new sites “underscore the Alliance mission to enhance the safe and efficient movement of freight on America’s highways.” The rollout also brings 40 extra sites to established PrePass states such as Michigan, Texas, California, Iowa, South Carolina, Utah, Wyoming, Mississippi and North Carolina. An updated PrePass app unlocks the new locations, delivering a 20 % boost in bypass options and pushing real‑time safety alerts about work zones, weather, traffic slowdowns and available parking.
What This Means for Drivers
CDL‑A drivers who have qualified for PrePass can now bypass additional weigh stations in the Northeast and Midwest, shaving up to 30 minutes per trip on long hauls. Owner‑operators gain more flexibility to plan routes that avoid congested ports of entry, improving on‑time delivery rates. Fleet supervisors gain a single device that handles both bypass authentication and electronic toll management, cutting administrative overhead and reducing the risk of costly toll violations.
Industry Reaction
Trucking associations have praised the move as a step toward modernizing compliance while keeping safety front‑and‑center. Analysts point out that integrated bypass and toll services address a long‑standing pain point for carriers juggling multiple vendors. The broader industry sees the expansion as a competitive edge for fleets that can invest in the technology, especially as FMCSA regulations tighten safety monitoring and electronic record‑keeping requirements.
Key Points
- 116 new bypass sites added in Rhode Island, Minnesota, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.
- 40 additional sites launched in existing PrePass states, including Texas and California.
- Total network now exceeds 550 locations in 44 states.
- Updated PrePass app adds over 20 % more bypass options and real‑time driver alerts.
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