Practice question

Why should the driver avoid overloading an axle even if the total load seems acceptable?

Axle load affects road legality, braking balance, steering, tyres, and suspension
Only total mass matters in all situations
Axle overload improves steering grip
Axle limits apply only to trailers

Answer: A — Axle load affects road legality, braking balance, steering, tyres, and suspension

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