Q #580 - How will a heavy load on your roof rack affect your vehicle's handling?
A heavy load on your roof rack will reduce the stability of the vehicle because it moves the centre of gravity away from that designed by the manufacturer. Be aware of this when you drive round bends and corners. If you change direction at speed, your vehicle and/or load could become unstable and you could lose control.
| It will improve the road holding | |
| It will reduce the stopping distance | |
| It will make the steering lighter | |
| It will reduce stability |
