Overloaded trailer escalates: chaos on the A3 near Erlangen!

Overloaded trailer escalates: chaos on the A3 near Erlangen!

In a dramatic incident on the A3 motorway on the night of December 6th to 7th, a 29-year-old driver of a small van became the undesirable protagonist. While he was driving an overloaded trailer to the driveway near Erlangen-Tennenlohe, the trailer's drawbar tore off and the vehicle overturned. The trailer ended up upside down on the highway, causing the on-ramp to be completely closed for about an hour. The damage amounts to around 4,000 euros nn.de reported.

The frightening result: The small van weighed an astonishing 5,620 kilograms - that corresponds to 60.50 percent overload, while the unbraked trailer was overloaded by a shocking 233.33 percent and weighed an impressive 2,500 kilograms, even though the total permissible load is only 750 kilograms. It was expensive for the driver: he had to pay a security deposit of 1,050 euros. This is an infamous example of the risks of transporting with overloaded trailers, which not only violates legal regulations but also endangers safety on the roads.

Important information about securing loads

In this context, it is crucial to familiarize yourself with the trailer regulations. For example, the permissible total mass is of crucial importance. It describes the total weight that a towing vehicle and its trailer can weigh together. Anyone traveling with a trailer should definitely find out about the tongue load and axle load to ensure that transport can be carried out safely. An article by A1 trailer center explains this in detail and gives valuable tips on correct handling and safety when towing trailers.