Car Tip of the Week: Don’t try to carry too much with your
vehicle.
Never exceed your car’s
roof load specifications or weight limits. You can find them in your vehicle
owner’s manual. Check the weight limitation of your roof rack as well.
Typically the range is from 150 to 200 pounds. That’s the equivalent of
eighteen 8-foot 2 x 4s or three sheets of 3/4-inch plywood. If you have to
deliver a heavy load from the home or garden center, consider having it
delivered. It will save wear and tear on you as well as your car.
