How does an overloaded trailer, or one with an unusually high center of gravity, affect skid and rollover risk in a curve?
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Correct answer to question 108 (Combination Vehicles): It increases the risk, since more weight positioned higher makes the vehicle less stable during a hard turn
Why
Cargo positioned high or an overloaded trailer raises the center of gravity, making the vehicle more likely to tip or lose control when cornering hard, even at a speed that would be fine for a lower, better-balanced load.
Updated: November 2026