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Police in two German districts inspected caravans and motorhomes, highlighting common mistakes: overloading, improper cargo securing, and gas equipment issues.
German police conducted safety checks on caravans and motorhomes in two regions. In Porta Westfalica (Minden-Lübbecke district), officers Kim Schmidt and Michael Harting inspected caravans, reminding drivers about the anti-fold coupling device, weight control, and gas equipment checks.
In Lindhorst (Schaumburg district), police held a caravan safety day, advising owners. Main violations: overloading (exceeding the 3.5 t limit for category B licenses), improper cargo securing (items can become dangerous projectiles during braking), and uneven weight distribution (causes swaying). They also reminded that from 2025, gas equipment must be checked every two years.
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In Porta Westfalica, traffic safety advisors Kim Schmidt and Michael Harting from the Minden-Lübbecke police conducted a caravan check and highlighted...
In Porta Westfalica, traffic safety advisors Kim Schmidt and Michael Harting from the Minden-Lübbecke police conducted a caravan check and highlighted key regulations. Emphasis was placed on anti-sway coupling, weight limits, and gas system inspection.
Lindhorst police (Schaumburg district) held a caravan safety day, advising owners directly at their vehicles. Key violations: overloading (exceeding t...
Lindhorst police (Schaumburg district) held a caravan safety day, advising owners directly at their vehicles. Key violations: overloading (exceeding the 3.5-tonne limit for B-class licenses), improper cargo securing (items can become dangerous projectiles during braking), and uneven weight distribution (causes swaying and technical issues). Also reminded: mandatory gas system inspection every two years since 2025.
Updated: 25.07.2026
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