>From:    Mike Miller <mwm@LANSET.COM>
>
>I have followed the many posts on tires and load range since I've been >on
>the list.  Something I don't understand but maybe it's my assumptions >that
>are wrong.  I 'thought' [in quotes because sometimes I don't think] >that the
>vans weigh around 4000 lbs.  If that's true then the load range is no
>different than a passenger car.
>
My van seats 7 people, my car seats 4. The van has also far more luggage
room. The tire recommendation takes into account the max laden weight.
Also I think the van does weigh much more than most passenger cars.