Towing Overweight???
I know that this has been discussed in length about towing over weight. And it's not towing and moving the trailer but the main issue is stopping. And if you get into an accident you can or will be ...
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Hondavalk wrote:momentum rv wrote:carringb wrote:
If you hit a car because you couldn't stop in time, you are at fault regardless of weight. There are zero standards for trailer brakes (beyond having them) some weight is only one variable when it comes to stoping distance. Ultimately, the driver is responsible for maintaining control of THEIR vehicles, for conditions are encountered.
True, but the difference is an accident vs. negligence.
I believe if you hit someone in an accident you were negligence. :B
Accidents can happen to anyone at anytime. Negligence is deliberate behavior contributes to the accident.
Sliding through a red light in itself is not negligent. Sliding through with bald tires can be considered negligent. Sliding through with a RV that is too heavy for the truck as determined by the manufacturer can be considered negligent.
