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How many points will be deducted for a car overloaded with two people?

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LaCali
07/29/2025

A car overloaded with two people will be deducted 6 points. Pre-departure vehicle inspection: Before setting off each day, conduct a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle, including checking for oil or water leaks; measure tire pressure to ensure it is appropriate; check the condition of the engine oil; inspect whether the spare tire is intact, etc. Be cautious when wading through water: If encountering a waterlogged road, be aware of the water depth and the condition of the road beneath the water to determine if it exceeds the vehicle's capability. It is not advisable to wade through water when the depth exceeds half of the car's tire height. Follow traffic rules: Do not race with other vehicles; drive safely in accordance with traffic regulations and yield to pedestrians. Do not follow too closely; maintain an appropriate distance by following at the right rear corner of the vehicle in front. When overtaking, pass from the left side of the vehicle ahead; avoid overtaking from the right side or between two parallel vehicles.

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DelChristopher
08/14/2025

I remember last time driving out with my whole family, including the kids, we squeezed 7 people into my 5-seater car, and ended up getting pulled over by traffic police. Overloading a car by two people is considered exceeding the load limit by more than 20% but less than 50%, which according to traffic laws results in a 3-point deduction and a fine ranging from 200 to 500 yuan. That time, I got 3 points deducted and was fined 200 yuan—a big loss! Only later did I realize that overloading is not just illegal, but also extremely dangerous—it increases braking distance, puts extra strain on the tires, and reduces steering stability. The consequences of an accident under such conditions are unthinkable. Now, whenever I take people out, I always count the seats in advance and firmly refuse to overload. After all, safety is more important than anything else.

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KylieDella
10/12/2025

A traffic police friend told me that cracking down on car overloading is very strict. For example, if a 5-seater car is packed with 7 people, exceeding the limit by two will directly result in a 3-point deduction. During on-site inspections, all passengers will be asked to exit the vehicle for a headcount, which will then be cross-checked with the vehicle registration data. In addition to the point deduction, a fine must also be paid, starting from 200 yuan. This also affects the insurance premium rate the following year, as insurance companies will include overloading records in their assessments. It is advised to accurately calculate the number of seats before traveling—forcing four people into a three-person back seat is absolutely not allowed. If you really need to transport more people, you can book a ride-hailing service in advance or split the group into two vehicles. Never take risks just to save trouble.

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AveryLee
11/25/2025

Actually, getting fined 3 points for overloading by two people is still considered lenient. Last year, my neighbor overloaded their car with three extra passengers on the highway, and it almost rolled over during an emergency brake. Later, we learned that carrying two extra people increases tire load by 30%, doubles the risk of engine overheating, and may even cause airbag failure! Although the penalty standard is uniformly 3 points for overloading by more than 20%, the actual danger far exceeds that. Especially in summer when the air conditioning is on, fuel consumption increases by 20%, and even the chassis springs may deform. Now, even my kids know not to bring extra friends in the car.

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JanelleRose
01/15/2026

Those who have been penalized know how unpleasant it feels. Last month, my car was overloaded with two extra passengers for a countryside trip, and we were caught by an electronic eye as soon as we entered the city, resulting in a 3-point deduction. When handling the violation, I realized: the first overload offense only incurs a fine and point deduction; but accumulating three overload violations requires attending traffic regulations classes; and if an accident is caused, full responsibility must be taken! After dealing with it, I immediately stuck a maximum capacity label in the car to remind myself. Now, every time someone tries to squeeze in, I firmly refuse—after all, a driver's license only has 12 points, and losing them all means having to retake the test.

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