Traffic controls - Police warn: Do not overload caravans
With the start of the holiday season in Germany, the police in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern are focusing on traffic during the entire month of July, especially in relation to vacation travel. Since Tuesday, corresponding targeted controls have been in place. In addition to cars, motorhomes and trailers were among the most popular means of transportation. Regulations and provisions of the road traffic law also had to be observed for these.
Many motorhomes and caravans are reportedly fully loaded during the summer travel season. However, loading capacities are relatively limited. "The experiences of previous controls show that many motorhomes and caravans are often overloaded," the police stated. This has significant increased accident risk.
The stationary and mobile controls with a focus on long-distance traffic are reportedly being carried out throughout the entire month of July in the areas of the Neubrandenburg and Rostock police presidiums.
The ADAC pointed out that motorhomes or caravans have a longer braking distance than cars. An overload can have fatal consequences for the braking distance and driving stability.
If traffic safety is endangered, the police can even order the unloading of the motorhome. According to the ADAC, in Germany, a motorhome over 3.5 tons is subject to a fine of up to €140 if it is overloaded by more than 25%, and €235 if it is overloaded by more than 30%, in addition to a point in Flensburg.
During the vacation season, traffic in Germany, particularly in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, significantly increases. This has led the police to intensify traffic control, focusing on vehicles like cars, motorhomes, and trailers. Many of these motorhomes and caravans are reportedly overloaded during summer travel, posing a significant risk to accident safety. If traffic safety is compromised, the police have the authority to order the unloading of the overloaded motorhome. In accordance with German laws, an overloaded motorhome over 3.5 tons can result in fines of up to €140 for overloading by more than 25%, or €235 for overloading by more than 30%, along with a point in Flensburg.
