Question 492 · Car theory test
How could towing an overloaded trailer affect a vehicle?
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Correct answer
It could impair the vehicle’s steering and braking.
Official explanation
You should not take an overloaded trailer onto a public road. An overloaded trailer impairs the stability, steering, and braking of the towing vehicle.
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- Vehicle maintenance
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