Mobile Vehicle Weighing Explained
Manufacturers fit the compliance plates for each vehicle, so everyone knows the vehicle’s limits. The information details the safety limits for the specific vehicle. Overloading a vehicle puts unnecessary strain on many of its components. For example, it can wear out the tyres' tread more quickly, resulting in a forced tyre purchase far sooner than if the weight limits were met. It can also cause the tyres to overheat, which could result in a dangerous blowout. Overloading also puts additional strain on the engine as it needs to work harder to move mass of the vehicle.
Knowing the weight of your vehicle will give you the peace of mind that your vehicle complies with safe towing capacities, and you won’t be fined for overloading. It will indicate how much extra you can pack for a trip if you have spare capacity. Remember that the weight of any accessories counts towards the vehicle’s allowed maximum weight, so if you’ve had any extras fitted, such as a bullbar, fridges, drawers or roof rack, it’s advisable to get your vehicle weighed.
Where can you take your car for a weight check? There are several public weighbridges along the major highways or sand and metal yards. Some of them are free and self-service, but with limited knowledge of compliance is not always guaranteed. When you use our mobile vehicle weighing services, you’re guaranteed an accurate weight reading, a comprehensive report, and a detailed explanation of the findings.
Why Make Use of Our Mobile Vehicle Weighing Services?
Weighing your vehicle gives you peace of mind that it’s compliant with legal regulations, ensuring roadworthiness and avoiding fines. Ensuring your vehicle’s weight is correct means your insurance policy criteria are met should you be in an accident.
- When you use our mobile services, you won’t have to wait in a queue. Book your service with us, and we will be at the agreed-upon venue at the selected date and time.
- Our scales are of high-quality technology and provide accurate individual wheel and towball weight readings.
- Our experienced technician is well competent in using the equipment, understand the reports and explain to them, so everyone understands. Our technician will assist with advice to rectify weight issues and provide packing tips to ensure your vehicle is balanced correctly.
Should you tow a vehicle, it’s also important for the car towing to have a weight check before trips. So rather have peace of mind and book your vehicles for a convenient weight check with us.
