Are Changan Karvaan owners in Pakistan overloading the van beyond its official Gross Vehicle Weight GVW, leading to suspension o r brake problems?

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Are Changan Karvaan owners in Pakistan overloading the van beyond its official Gross Vehicle Weight GVW, leading to suspension o r brake problems?

Many commercial users ignore weight limits to increase income. Is this causing premature wear of tires, suspension, and braking systems?

Sirat Ul Jinan asked on 26 Jun 2025 11:44:44 am

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Car Mechanic Expert - on 26 Jun 2025 11:48:10 am

Yes. Overloading is a common and dangerous practice:

Karvaan’s GVW is around 1,950–2,000 kg, and payload limit is ~550–650 kg.

Commercial users often load 900–1,000+ kg, including passengers and luggage.

➡️ This leads to:

Suspension sagging and premature wear.

Brake fade on descents.

Frequent tire blowouts and alignment issues.

⚠️ Overloading significantly reduces safety and durability.