Severe Braking, Vehicle Carrying Capacity & Load Distribution

What should a driver do to avoid the need for harsh braking?

Look ahead and be prepared for what others may do

How does the driver know the vehicles total load-carrying capacity?

By referring to the vehicle manufacturer's specification in the driver's handbook or a plate attached to the vehicle

What determines the maximum allowed towing capacity of a vehicle?

By referring to the vehicle manufacturer's specification in the driver's handbook or a plate attached to the vehicle

What effect can overloading a vehicle have on it's road-holding?

Makes the vehicle more difficult to control

How would overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods affect the driver and the vehicle?

It would reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle

What effect could an unevenly distributed load have on a vehicle?

It could make the vehicle unstable while turning