What are the penalties for loading a car? Interpretation of the latest traffic regulations
Recently, the issue of penalties for illegally carrying cargo in private cars has become a hot topic on the Internet. Many car owners have been fined because they were unclear about the details of the regulations. This article combines the hot topics discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days and the latest traffic regulations to provide you with a detailed analysis of the penalty standards and precautions for loading cars.
According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law", private cars are mainly used to carry passengers. If they are modified without authorization or overloaded with cargo, they will face penalties. Here's a comparison of legal and illegal situations:

| situation | Is it legal? | Specific instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Normal loading of trunk | legal | Cargo does not exceed the height of the car window and does not affect driving safety |
| Remove seats for loading | Violation | Changing the vehicle structure without authorization will result in a fine of 200-500 yuan. |
| Cargo covers car windows | Violation | Fined 100 yuan and deducted 1 point |
Traffic police in various places have recently stepped up their efforts to investigate and punish illegally loaded cars. The following are common penalties:
| Violations | Basis for punishment | fine amount | Points deducted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overloaded cargo | Article 49 of the Road Traffic Safety Law | 200-500 yuan | None |
| Remove the seat | Article 57 of the "Motor Vehicle Registration Regulations" | 500 yuan | None |
| Cargo blocks sight | Article 62 of the Road Traffic Safety Law | 100 yuan | 1 point |
In the past 10 days, the following events have triggered widespread discussion:
1.Shanghai car owner fined for carrying 10 boxes of fruit in trunk: The traffic police determined that the cargo exceeded the height of the car window and was classified as "mixed loading of passengers and cargo."
2.Guangzhou online ride-hailing driver removes rear seats to take orders: was fined 500 yuan and ordered to return to his original position.
3.Douyin blogger was reported for sharing "car moving guide": In the video, goods were piled on the roof of the car, and netizens questioned whether it was misleading the public.
1.Control cargo volume: The height of the cargo does not exceed the lower edge of the window and does not block the rearview mirror.
2.Reserve seats: If you need to carry cargo, the seats can be folded but cannot be removed.
3.Apply for a temporary license: For the transportation of large items, you can apply for temporary freight qualification from the traffic control department.
Summary: Cars must be loaded in strict compliance with regulations to avoid petty losses. It is recommended that car owners give priority to professional freight vehicles to transport bulk items to ensure driving safety and compliance.
(Note: The data in this article are as of October 2023. The specific penalty standards are subject to the latest regulations of the local traffic control department.)
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