What should you do if your tanker load exceeds the maximum weight limit?

When a tanker load exceeds the maximum weight limit, the appropriate action is to offload some cargo before continuing your trip. This ensures compliance with legal weight restrictions and promotes safety. An overloaded tanker can adversely affect vehicle handling, increase stopping distances, and lead to potential tire blowouts.

Maintaining the correct weight is crucial for stability, particularly when navigating turns or driving on inclines. By offloading some cargo, you restore the vehicle to a safe and legal weight, minimizing the risk of accidents and ensuring adherence to transportation regulations.

While other actions such as reporting to regulatory authorities or adjusting tire pressure may seem relevant, they do not resolve the immediate issue of excess weight. Continuing to drive carefully is not a viable solution and could lead to serious legal and safety implications. Hence, offloading is the most responsible and effective choice in this situation.