Will placing a mattress on the car roof result in being photographed and penalized?

[VanHenry]

Placing a mattress on the car roof is considered a traffic violation as it obstructs the driver's view, and will result in penalty points. Violation handling process: After receiving the violation notice, pay the fine before the end of the current scoring cycle. The penalty points will be cleared at the end of the cycle; otherwise, they will carry over to the next cycle. Violation regulations: According to Article 43 of the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses': The cumulative scoring cycle for road traffic violations is 12 months, with a maximum of 12 points. As per the 'Implementation Regulations of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China': If a motor vehicle driver's penalty points do not reach 12 within a scoring cycle and all fines have been paid, the points will be cleared. If points do not reach 12 but there are unpaid fines, the points will carry over to the next cycle. Based on the severity of the violation, penalty points are categorized into five levels: 12, 6, 3, 2, and 1 points.

[Alexander]

I have to say, putting a mattress on the roof of your car is indeed very dangerous and highly likely to be caught on camera, resulting in penalty points. I drive a lot, and I remember that traffic laws state that cargo that is too high or not securely fastened, like a flimsy mattress that could easily blow off in the wind, is considered illegal loading. If the traffic police see it, they will definitely issue a fine, at the very least penalty points plus a monetary penalty. Once, my friend didn’t secure it properly and almost hit another car on the road. He was caught on video and got 3 penalty points plus a 200-yuan fine. So, if you absolutely must transport it, I suggest using professional straps to secure it tightly, keeping the height under half a meter, and double-checking local regulations—some cities have stricter rules. Safety first—don’t cut corners and cause trouble. After all, the roof of your car isn’t a cargo hold.

[VonGraham]

Hey, I once tried transporting an old mattress home by strapping it to my car roof—thought it was convenient at the time and luckily didn’t get caught. But honestly, it’s against traffic rules because the mattress was both over-height and unstable, making you an easy target for police or cameras to penalize with fines and points. I asked mechanics, and they warned that increased wind resistance can cause the car to sway, raising the risk of brake failure. With today’s advanced inspection tech, highway cameras catch violations effortlessly—better not risk it. For large items, renting a small truck or hiring a logistics company is smarter and safer. Remember, always ensure your vehicle’s compliance while driving; otherwise, causing an accident or endangering others could lead to irreversible regret.

[KadenLee]

Ensuring driving safety is crucial, and placing a mattress on the car roof is absolutely not recommended, as it can easily lead to fines and demerit points. Traffic regulations explicitly prohibit over-height or loose cargo. Mattresses are large and lightweight, and strong winds can cause them to slip off, potentially triggering chain accidents. In my previous work involving transportation, it was common to see cases where cameras captured such violations, resulting in demerit points and fines. It is advisable to securely fasten the mattress with ropes, keeping the height within legal limits, or to use a roof rack instead. Safety should always come first—don't let small mistakes lead to major disasters.