What Does Gross Vehicle Mass Mean?
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Gross vehicle mass refers to the total mass of a vehicle when it is fully loaded with cargo or passengers as per regulations. The determination methods are as follows: 1. Passenger cars: Gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and passengers plus the weight of luggage; 2. Buses: Gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and passengers plus the weight of luggage plus the weight of accessories; 3. Trucks: Gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and assistant plus the weight of luggage. The curb weight of a vehicle refers to the weight of the vehicle when it is fully equipped according to the factory technical conditions, such as the installation of spare tires and tools, and the filling of various fluids.