Bergen toll plaza: morning commuters faced delays on the garden state parkway and new jersey turnpike as crashes and a disabled vehicle slowed traffic across parts of north and central new jersey.
Bergen Toll Plaza: Morning commuters faced delays on the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike as crashes and a disabled vehicle slowed traffic across parts of North and Central New Jersey.

New Jersey Tuesday Morning Traffic: Garden State Parkway, Turnpike Crashes Slow Commute

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August 12, 2026
Crashes on the Garden State Parkway in Bergen County and the New Jersey Turnpike in Edison slowed Tuesday morning commuters, while a disabled vehicle created additional delays in Middlesex County.

NEW JERSEY — Drivers encountered several incidents across major New Jersey highways Tuesday morning, with crashes on the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike contributing to delays during the morning rush.

The most significant backup developed on the Garden State Parkway southbound entering from Exit 160 (Paramus Road) toward Route 208 in Rochelle Park Township, where a crash partially blocked the entrance ramp.

A second crash was reported on the New Jersey Turnpike outer roadway northbound north of Interchange 10 (NJ 440/I-287) in Edison Township. While all travel lanes remained open, the involved vehicles were moved onto the right shoulder, causing motorists to slow through the area.

Disabled vehicle blocks lane in Sayreville

Traffic also slowed on the Garden State Parkway local lanes northbound north of the Jon Bon Jovi Service Area in Sayreville after a disabled vehicle blocked the left lane.

Motorists traveling through Middlesex County were advised to expect delays until the vehicle could be removed.

Truck restrictions remain in effect

Commercial drivers should also be aware of ongoing truck restrictions on the George Washington Bridge upper level westbound ramp from West 179th Street in New York.

Oversized trucks wider than 10 feet or longer than 110 feet remain prohibited from using the ramp until further notice.

Transportation officials reminded drivers to reduce speed near emergency responders and disabled vehicles and allow extra travel time during the morning commute.

Key Points

  • Crash partially blocks the Garden State Parkway southbound entrance ramp from Exit 160 in Rochelle Park.
  • Crash reported on the New Jersey Turnpike northbound near Interchange 10 in Edison.
  • Disabled vehicle blocks the left lane on the Garden State Parkway northbound in Sayreville.
  • Truck restrictions remain in place on the George Washington Bridge upper level westbound ramp.

FAQ

Where is the biggest traffic issue Tuesday morning?
A crash partially blocking the Garden State Parkway southbound entrance ramp from Exit 160 in Rochelle Park.

Is the New Jersey Turnpike affected?
Yes. A crash north of Interchange 10 in Edison has vehicles on the right shoulder, though all lanes remain open.

Where is the disabled vehicle?
On the Garden State Parkway local lanes northbound near the Jon Bon Jovi Service Area in Sayreville.

Are there truck restrictions?
Yes. Oversized trucks remain restricted on the George Washington Bridge upper level westbound ramp.

Source: New Jersey Department of Transportation 511 traffic reports

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