Permissible axle weight

The maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/ CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must never exceed its maximum permissible weight.
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Design
In its overall shape, the all-new Volvo S60 is a four-door coupé - sportier
and more distinct than any previous Volvo.
The C-pillar of the all-new Volvo S60 stretches all the way to the tai ...
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a
tendency to understeer, which means that the
steering wheel has to be turned more than
might seem appropriate for the curvature of a
bend. This ...
Warranty
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warranty. The standard mechanical warranty is three years/60,000 miles
(whichever comes first), plus there's a three-year ...
