Is it permitted to leave the doors or the trunk open to increase the loading capacity?
Traffic safety: Transported persons and cargo
Explanation
It is not allowed to leave the doors or the trunk open to increase the load capacity of a vehicle. This is because the **load cannot protrude from the vehicle** in a way that compromises safety.
- The regulations state that the load must be contained within the dimensions of the vehicle, except for some specific exceptions for loads that protrude from the rear, but always within very specific limits and under controlled conditions.
- Leaving the doors or the trunk open to accommodate more load could cause the load to protrude unsafely, which is not allowed. This could cause accidents or damage to other vehicles and people.
- Additionally, the regulations are clear that any protruding load must be well secured and signaled to avoid risks, which is not achieved simply by leaving the trunk or doors open.
Therefore, the correct answer is that it is not allowed to leave the doors or the trunk open to increase the load capacity.
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