2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 349

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs), and a value of 385 kg (849 lbs) for the "combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed": The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg (699 lbs) The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ (68 × 2) kg ( (150 × 2) lbs) = 249 kg (549 lbs) If the weight of the occupant increases, the cargo weight limit decreases by that much. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. GVW GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 9-33