truck traffic

• Movimento ou fluxo de veículos comerciais de grande porte, como caminhões ou carretas, pelas estradas e rodovias, frequentemente associado a congestionamentos ou logística.

The movement or flow of large commercial vehicles, such as lorries or semi-trailers, on roads and highways, often associated with congestion or logistics.

1. Movement of trucks on roadsB1formal

   The flow or movement of large commercial vehicles, such as lorries and semi-trailers, on highways and streets.

   Tráfego de caminhões

   • Truck traffic on the interstate increases significantly during the holiday season.
   • The city is trying to reduce truck traffic in residential areas.
   • Heavy truck traffic can cause damage to road surfaces.

2. Congestion caused by trucksB1informal

   A situation where the number of trucks on a road causes delays or blockages.

   Congestionamento de caminhões

   • We were stuck in truck traffic for over an hour on the highway.
   • Truck traffic near the port is always a problem during rush hour.
   • The accident led to massive truck traffic jams.