Is it okay to put 200 kilograms in a sedan trunk overnight?
2 Answers
Placing 200 kilograms in a sedan trunk overnight will not damage the vehicle. Precautions for loading items in a car trunk: 1. No flammable or explosive items: Flammable and explosive items are strictly prohibited in the trunk, especially during summer when temperatures are high, as they pose significant safety hazards. Additionally, it is advisable to equip the car with a fire extinguisher for emergencies to ensure better driving safety. 2. Avoid storing valuables: Many car owners are accustomed to keeping valuables in their cars, which is very risky. Storing valuables in the trunk makes them susceptible to theft and may also cause some damage to the vehicle. Therefore, it is not recommended to keep valuables in the car trunk to prevent accidents. 3. Perishable items should not be stored: Many people treat their cars as a second home, leading to an accumulation of items, including perishable fruits or vegetables. Over time, these items can rot, emit odors, and become difficult to remove, potentially causing corrosion.
From an experienced driver's perspective, putting 200 jin (100kg) of items in the trunk overnight is generally fine. Over the years of driving, I've often seen similar situations. Car suspensions are designed with buffering capacity to withstand short-term heavy loads without damaging components. Most vehicles can bear loads between 50-100kg, so 200 jin is right at the critical point. For example, when I moved house once, I packed the trunk full of boxes weighing about 100kg. After parking overnight, the suspension appeared slightly compressed in the morning but recovered quickly, and the car drove normally. However, I'd advise against doing this frequently as excessive compression can accelerate rubber pad aging in the suspension system and increase tire stress. After overnight loading, always check the vehicle's balance before driving and secure items properly to prevent shifting. In summary, occasional loading like this won't cause problems, but maintaining safe driving habits is more important.
