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Vehicle safety and loadingQuestion 358 of 424

What MUST you do with a load on your vehicle?

  1. Secure it so it cannot stick out dangerously
  2. Leave it loose to move freely
  3. Cover it with a light cloth
  4. Place it on the front seat only
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Correct answer: Secure it so it cannot stick out dangerously

A load must be secure and must not stick out dangerously. Heavy or sharp items can injure people in a collision.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Rules for drivers and motorcyclists (89 to 102), Rule 98

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026