Vehicle Loading

Question 1

Why should you make sure your vehicle isn’t overloaded?

Answer 1

It can affect the vehicles handling like the steering and braking. A heavy load can also affect the stability of the vehicle

Question 2

What should you do if you are planning on towing a caravan?

Answer 2

Use a stabilizer fitted to your tow bar which will be helpful when it’s windy

Question 3

What should you do if your trailer has a braking system?

Answer 3

Fit it with a device to make the trailer stop automatically if it becomes detached from the towing vehicle. This is normally a breakaway cable attached to the parking brake mechanism

Question 4

What happens if your trailer starts to snake along as you are driving?

Answer 4

Ease off the accelerator and reduce your speed until you finally regain control

Question 5

What are the restrictions for towing vehicles on the motorway?

Answer 5

• Only allowed to go 60mph

- Only allowed in the left and middle lanes NOT right

Question 6

Should tyres always be inflated at the same pressure?

Answer 6

Sometimes you have to inflate to a higher pressure when carrying a heavy load or when travelling a long distance. Look in the vehicle handbook