Why Weigh?
To ensure the vehicles’ ratings aren’t exceeded:
- Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
- Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
- Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR)
- Vertical Load (Kingpin)
Overloading and underinflation can cause:
- Tire Failures
- Reduced Handling Capability
- On-Road Breakdowns
- Increased Stopping Distance
- More Rapid Tire Wear
- Rapid Suspension Component Wear
- Higher Fuel Consumption
- Unsafe Swaying in Crosswinds
- Increased Driver Fatigue
Is weighing the RV cost saving?
- Yes! Tire blowouts result in costly repairs.
The folks at the Good Sam Vehicle Insurance Program state that tire failure is the cause of 60% to 70% of all Good Sam VIP comprehensive claims. Tires usually blow out as a result of an overloaded RV, improper inflation or excessively worn tread. Good Sam VIP
Also there is the potential to…
- Improve Vehicle Performance
- Reduce Fuel Consumption
- Reduce Vehicle Stopping Distance
- Reduce Mechanical Breakdowns
- Extend Tire Replacement Intervals
And the most important potential is to…
- Reduce Accidents That May Result in Bodily Injury or Death
