Glossary / General

GVWR

10 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

GVWR is a number that tells you how much weight a vehicle can safely hold, including everything inside it. It's important for knowing how much stuff you can carry without overloading the vehicle.

Technical Definition

GVWR stands for Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, which is the maximum weight a vehicle is rated to safely carry, including its own weight plus cargo and passengers. It's an important specification for understanding a vehicle's capacity and performance.

Hear It Discussed

"If you've never driven a vehicle with flat glass, it's required for vehicles with a GVWR over a particular amount because it's a class three truck."
Why Chinese Cars Are So Cheap, Rivian R2 v BMW iX3 v Volvo EX60, GMC Sierra EV Auto Buyers Guide Podcast 36:48

"The gross vehicle weight rating 25 999 so that is one pound less than what you would be required to have a commercial driver's license"
S3, E94 - Have You Heard? Truck News! The Truck Show Podcast 12:52

"You're right, the Silverado EV has the highest GVWR of any EV truck out there... the specific ask of this gentleman is to have a 16,500 or 16,000 pound GVWR."
159: The Tough Truth About Heavy Duty Electric Trucks Batteries Included 25:39