Question 5283
You are driving a passenger car towing a trailer with a maximum authorized mass (MMA) of less than 750 kg that is carrying goods. Regarding load distribution, must you take special precautions?
- Yes, the load must be well distributed and properly secured to prevent it from shifting and possibly destabilizing the vehicle.
- Yes, it must be placed at the rear of the trailer to lower the center of gravity and ensure the vehicle's stability.
- No, unless the load exceeds the trailer's maximum authorized mass.
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Correct answer: Yes, the load must be well distributed and properly secured to prevent it from shifting and possibly destabilizing the vehicle.
Yes. Even on a light trailer, the load must be evenly distributed over its axle and properly secured so that it does not shift or destabilize the combination. Putting more weight at the rear of the trailer does not improve stability, because the trailer tongue tends to lift and the rear of the passenger car becomes unstable. In the image, the boxes on the trailer are tied down with straps.