Is it considered overloading for a car to carry five adults and one child?

[Linda]

It is considered overloading for a car to carry five adults and one child. Below is a partial introduction to overloading: 1. Penalty points and fines: Whether the excess passengers are adults or children, it is considered overloading. If spotted by traffic police on duty, penalty points and fines will be imposed. Overloading is determined when the number of passengers does not match the number of seats in the vehicle. 2. Accidents: In the event of a traffic accident, children are the most vulnerable. Traffic regulations stipulate that private cars must be equipped with child safety seats, and since child safety seats cannot be installed in the front passenger seat, children are not allowed to sit there. 3. Penalties: According to Article 49 of the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China": Motor vehicles shall not carry more passengers than the approved number, and passenger vehicles shall not carry goods in violation of regulations. Driving a passenger vehicle (excluding buses and school buses) with passengers exceeding the approved number by less than 20% will result in a fine of 200 yuan and 3 penalty points, while exceeding the approved number by more than 20% will result in a fine of 200 yuan and 6 penalty points.

[MacHadley]

I've always used a small car to pick up and drop off my family. According to traffic regulations, the passenger capacity of a small car is usually indicated on the vehicle registration certificate, mostly for 5 people, including adults and children. Five adults plus one child make six people, which counts as overloading! Once, during a friend gathering, we squeezed in six people, and when braking, the car became unstable, nearly causing a rear-end collision. The checking method is simple: look at the passenger capacity column on the vehicle registration certificate, and don’t exceed the number. Overloading not only results in fines and points deduction but also increases the risk of injury in accidents, especially for children without safety seats, which is particularly dangerous. It's advisable to split into multiple cars or take a taxi when traveling with many people—safe, cost-effective, and worry-free. In short, don’t take chances; both the law and safety are important.

[BraydenRose]

As a car safety enthusiast, from a risk perspective, overloading a small car is extremely dangerous. A car designed for five passengers carrying six increases the overall weight, leading to longer braking distances and slower steering response, especially prone to losing control at high speeds or on curves. Children occupying seats without proper restraints are more likely to be injured. Overloading can also cause disputes with insurance claims and result in fines and penalty points. To check the legal passenger capacity, refer to the vehicle manual or registration certificate—never rely on guesswork. The rules are scientifically designed; following them protects yourself and others, avoiding unnecessary risks. Safe driving isn’t just a habit—it’s a responsibility.

[DelMaggie]

Bro, straight up: a car can seat up to five people max, just check the permitted capacity on the vehicle registration. Five adults plus one kid definitely exceeds six people – verify it and you'll know. Overloading gets you fined at least 300 bucks plus 3 points deducted, and if you crash, insurance won't cover it – that's an even bigger loss. Don't be lazy and cram in; plan properly. I've been driving for years and know this hassle – just check the vehicle license. Safety first, no funny business.