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Why are weight labels important?

Vehicle weight labels, like those incorrect on Subaru SUVs, are crucial for safety. They tell drivers the maximum weight a vehicle can safely carry, including passengers and cargo. Overloading a car can affect its handling, braking, and tyre performance, significantly increasing the risk of an accident. It's why regulators take these errors seriously.

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Subaru recalls 541,000 SUVs over incorrect weight labels

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