In Hemer (North Rhine-Westphalia), on July 7, 2026, a free weighing event for motorhomes and trailers was held at the Verkehrswacht site, organized by police and ADAC. A total of 78 vehicles were checked. Many drivers arrived two hours before the start to verify their vehicles' weight.
The aim was to inform drivers about the risks of overloading: impaired handling, longer braking distances, risk of rollover, and tire damage. In Germany, fines for exceeding the permissible weight start at 10 euros for a 5% excess and reach 95 euros plus one penalty point for a 20% excess. In some countries, such as Switzerland, Austria, and France, overloading can lead to a trip being stopped.