At Prestige Volkswagen in Turnersville, NJ, we know that you depend on your vehicle to haul goods around town. In some cases, those items may be heavy or irregularly shaped, which can make loading them into your car a challenge. However, there are actions that you can take to load your SUV in a safe manner.
First, you'll want to lift with your legs instead of your back. This will help to give you a good base to lift from while minimizing strain on your back and shoulder muscles. If possible, you should open the rear hatch before picking up groceries, lumber, or other items that need to be placed in your car.
Finally, be sure that items are secured before you start driving to ensure that they don't fall out in the parking lot or bounce around in your car. You can use straps or other objects to physically tie down items if necessary.