Local Police Totana has sanctioned a total of 10 vehicles in the 168 controls in the course of the campaign special monitoring and control vans and trucks that has developed in this location between 10 and 16 February, respectively.
This Corps joined the initiative promoted by the Directorate General of Traffic and during inspections of vehicles (authorizations and documents, technical specifications and security features, etc.) were performed, as well as drivers (driving license, times Driving and rest and alcohol).
Of the ten disciplinary proceedings that were processed, one corresponded to alcohol, seven have failed an MOT and two uninsured vehicle.
Sources of Local Police Headquarters remember that driving a van is not the same as a tourism, since the dynamic behavior is different, especially if it is loaded.
The cargo securing is vital, as any movement thereof affects vehicle stability by moving the center of gravity.
Among these vehicles, the higher the incidence of leaving the road and overturning can be explained by excessive or improper placement of the load.
The same sources indicate that the risk in driving trucks and vans is higher than in passenger cars, due to the load and carry less equipment active and passive safety.
Moreover, the sense of security by the larger size of the vehicle, the lowest speed and elevation of the cabin makes the number of distractions is greater and the use of safety belt lower.
