Which statement about vehicle load during EVOC is true?

• A. Heavier loads decrease braking distance
• B. Heavier loads require longer stopping distances and wider turns
• C. Load does not affect handling
• D. Lighter loads increase stopping distances

Answer: (B)

Loading affects both stopping distance and turning in EVOC because more weight means more inertia and more energy the brakes must dissipate. Brakes have a limited deceleration capability, and as mass increases, the same braking force yields a smaller rate of slowdown, so stopping distance grows. Heavier loads also raise the center of gravity, which can shift weight to the outer tires in a turn and reduce lateral grip, meaning you often need a wider turning radius to stay in control and avoid understeer or rollover. Lighter loads reduce these demands, producing shorter stopping distances and allowing tighter turns within safe limits. So the statement that heavier loads require longer stopping distances and wider turns accurately reflects how load influences EVOC performance.