If the total weight of a car, including its load and occupants, exceeds the Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM) indicated on the technical inspection card, is it allowed to drive?

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The correct answer is: No. It is strictly prohibited to drive if the loaded mass of the vehicle exceeds the Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM). The MAM is the technical and legal limit that ensures the safety of the vehicle; exceeding it compromises stability, increases braking distance, and can cause tire blowouts or suspension failure. There are no exceptions to this rule for cars, regardless of whether passengers or only cargo are being transported.

If the total weight of a car, including its load and occupants, exceeds the Maximum Authorized Mass (MAM) indicated on the technical inspection card, is it allowed to drive?

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