An Extremely Dangerous Honda Accord With a Massive Roof Load

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Driving with a lot of stuff on the roof can be nerve-wracking; one Honda Accord driver found it to be especially hazardous.

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The Accord was seen on camera making

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its way up a ramp before it had to stop because the rear window was obscured by the huge rooftop load.

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Fortunately, no one was hurt, but the incident has raised concerns about the safety of driving with heavy roof loads.

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Carrying too much weight on the roof of your car can reduce your ability to steer and brake,

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increase drag, and make handling difficult in windy conditions.

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That's why it's important to remember to not exceed the manufacturer's recommended maximum roof weight and to keep an eye out for other drivers.

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