Here is how to optimize the space at the back of the car to bring everything without hindering the safety rules.
Before each departure on vacation, the time for loading the trunk often looks like a real tetris game. Between the suitcases, the last -minute racing bags, the stroller or the sports business, you have to succeed in doing everything without forgetting anything essential. Many motorists know this dilemma: how to optimize space without compromising road safety rules? In the precipitation, it happens that certain objects are posed in balance or hastily slipped, which can quickly become dangerous on the road, even for the most vigilant drivers.
In general, the consequences of emergency braking or a collision are underestimated when the vehicle is loaded. However, in the event of a shock, poorly placed baggage can become an extremely dangerous projectile for passengers. Each year, road safety recalls that the poor distribution of loads in the trunk or on external accessories (roof box, bicycle holder) is the cause of many accidents on the road, sometimes serious. For example, during an emergency braking, a slightly heavy object placed on the rear shell can be projected with a increased force, representing a real risk for the occupants of the car, especially the children installed at the rear.
So, how to load your car really securely while respecting the regulations? Depending on road safety, the golden rule is simple: the heaviest and larger luggage must always be placed at the bottom of the trunk, against the back seat. This makes it possible to lower the center of gravity of the vehicle and to prevent objects from moving during the journey. If you use specific equipment such as a roof bar, a roof box or a bicycle carrier, be careful never to make your loading at the front of the vehicle exceed and not to exceed one meter at the rear, in accordance with the highway code. These precautions are essential to guarantee the stability of the car and the safety of all passengers.
In addition, before taking the road, check the tire pressure, especially if the car is very busy, and adjust it if necessary. Finally, take regular breaks to avoid fatigue, especially during long journeys with children. By respecting these tips, you put all the odds on your side to travel serenely and fully enjoy the family vacation, safely.
