How many points will be deducted for overloading 2 people in a 5-seater car?
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A 5-seater sedan overloaded with 2 people, exceeding the passenger limit by 40%, will result in a 6-point deduction and a fine. Article 92 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China" stipulates: Passenger vehicles exceeding the rated passenger capacity on highways shall be fined. "Road Traffic Safety Law": Article 49: Motor vehicles shall not carry more passengers than the approved number, and passenger vehicles shall not carry goods in violation of regulations. Article 92: Passenger vehicles exceeding the rated passenger capacity on highways shall be fined; exceeding the rated passenger capacity by 20% or carrying goods in violation of regulations shall be fined. Freight vehicles exceeding the approved load capacity shall be fined; exceeding the approved load capacity by 30% or carrying passengers in violation of regulations shall be fined.
I remember seeing many cases of overloading penalties over the years of driving. Overloading a 5-seater car by 2 people is equivalent to a 40% overloading rate, which definitely results in a 6-point deduction according to the latest traffic rules, as the regulations stipulate a 6-point penalty for overloading by more than 20%. Last year, my buddy drove with 7 people and was stopped by traffic police, resulting in a 6-point deduction and an 800-yuan fine—a deep lesson. Overloading doesn’t just lead to point deductions; it also increases vehicle weight, affects braking distance, makes tires prone to bursting, and significantly raises driving safety risks. It’s advised to strictly adhere to the approved passenger capacity. If you need to carry extra people, it’s best to arrange separate rides or call a ride-hailing service to avoid trouble. Regularly check your vehicle’s condition, and don’t overlook details like tire pressure and load capacity.
