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What are the dangers of overloaded trucks? | Whitlock Law, LLC

Posted on August 27, 2021 in Truck Accidents

It’s common to find many commercial trucks transporting goods throughout Maryland. Unfortunately, some of these vehicles may be overloaded with too many items. If this happens, it can lead to a lot of overcrowded trucks endangering the lives of other drivers and the people driving these trucks. With that in mind, here’s more information about what makes overcrowded trucks so dangerous.

AFFECTING SOMEONE’S DRIVING ABILITY

One of the main dangers of overloaded trucks is that they’re harder to drive than trucks that are properly loaded. If a truck has too many items weighing down its rear, it’s difficult to properly steer it. Overloaded trucks can also cause drivers to misjudge braking distances. A lack of even weight distribution in a truck can also increase the risk of it tipping over.

DAMAGING COMPANY VEHICLES

Even if an overloaded vehicle doesn’t cause any truck accidents, there are other problems these types of trucks cause. When trucks are overloaded, this situation can cause a lot of maintenance issues in the future. If trucks are carrying excessive amounts of weight, it can place a lot of strain on the vehicle’s tires, suspension and other parts. Over time, paying for these repairs can become quite expensive for any business.

FACING FINES FROM REGULATION VIOLATIONS

Overloaded trucks can also cost companies money from a regulation perspective. Organizations impose regulations to keep drivers safe. If a driver violates these regulations by driving an overfilled vehicle, the company this person works for will likely have to pay expensive fines.

Overcrowded trucks can make normal roadways extremely dangerous places to drive. Considering that, drivers should make multiple trips to complete deliveries instead of overfilling their trucks and endangering others.

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