Safely Loading an SUV | Maus Acura of North Tampa

Our team at Maus Acura of North Tampa encourages new SUV owners to enjoy their vehicles for years to come by making the most of its capabilities. Whether using the SUV for a full day of shopping or planning on taking an extensive road trip, the vehicle must be loaded safely to protect the cargo and occupants.

All vehicles regardless of type have a maximum load carrying capacity. SUV owners must consider the weight when filling the vehicle with passengers, luggage and other cargo. The combined weight of people and cargo cannot exceed the maximum limit.

If loading items onto a roof rack, the weight of the items must be included with the weight of other cargo and passengers. Make sure the cargo is secured properly and sufficiently. Cargo flying off a moving vehicle has been implicated in approximately 25,000 collisions annually. For heavy loads, use carriers with cross bars or enclosed carriers to secure the load.

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