Rooftop overloading a 4X4 safety concern

SINCE the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic there has been an alarming increase in roll-over accidents, predominantly because of overloaded roof racks, rooftop platform systems and roof-mounted tents, with first responders and recovery operators reporting that more have occurred over the past two years than at any time in the past.

Forced by travel restrictions to holiday at home, an increasing number of people have taken to Australian roads and trails in search of adventure – but many have done so without fully appreciating the consequences of an overloaded vehicle, a poorly set-up trailer or a combination of the pair.

Many first responders, those involved in off-road recovery and industry experts interviewed by GoAuto have noticed a dramatic increase in roll-over incidents and warn that people are simply overloading their vehicles – particularly when carrying items on the roof.

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