DVSA Eco-Friendly Driving and Vehicle Loading 2

Question 1

When loading a vehicle, which items should be placed lowest and closest to the centre of the vehicle?

Accepted Answer

The heaviest items

Answer

Heavy items should be secured as low and central as possible to keep the vehicle's centre of gravity low and maintain stability.

Question 2

How does an unsecured load in the back of a van affect braking?

Accepted Answer

It can shift forward on braking, increasing stopping distance and risk of injury

Answer

An unsecured load can slide forward under heavy braking, injuring occupants, damaging the vehicle, and affecting the driver's ability to stop safely.

Question 3

You are towing a trailer that is loaded unevenly with too much weight at the rear. What is most likely to happen?

Accepted Answer

The trailer may sway or snake, making it difficult to control

Answer

Rear-heavy trailer loading shifts weight off the towing vehicle's rear axle, causing instability and a risk of dangerous snaking or jack-knifing.

Question 4

What is the maximum overhang allowed at the rear of a load on a UK vehicle before a marker board is required?

Accepted Answer

2 metres

Answer

In the UK, a rear overhang exceeding 2 metres must be indicated by a marker board to warn following drivers of the projection.

Question 5

How does smooth, anticipatory driving reduce environmental impact compared to aggressive driving?

Accepted Answer

It reduces both fuel consumption and exhaust emissions by minimising unnecessary acceleration and braking

Answer

Smooth, planned driving reduces the number and severity of acceleration and braking events, directly lowering fuel burn and harmful exhaust emissions.

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA UK Driving Theory Practice Test

DVSA Eco-Friendly Driving and Vehicle Loading 2