The National Roads Administration announced this, noting that these restrictions on heavy-duty vehicles with a maximum allowable gross weight exceeding 12 metric tons are in effect during periods of extreme temperatures ranging from 36 to 41°C, when orange or red weather hazard alerts are issued. The measures taken are aimed at protecting road infrastructure from damage caused by high temperatures. In hot weather, asphalt concrete road surfaces lose their load-bearing capacity, and the movement of heavy-duty vehicles can cause irreversible deformation. This damage affects road safety and leads to additional costs for road maintenance and repairs. Exempt from these restrictions are the transport of passengers, perishable goods, medical equipment, emergency response vehicles, live animals, fuel distribution, and certain other categories of vehicles. The National Roads Administration urges all drivers to heed weather warnings and plan their trips in accordance with the current restrictions. // 06.08.2026 — InfoMarket.