Trailer Brake Requirements by State: When Does Your Trailer Need Its Own Brakes?
Every state sets its own rule for when a trailer must have its own brakes, and the rules don’t line up neatly. Some states set the threshold by the trailer’s gross weight. Some treat travel trailers differently from utility trailers. Some also require a breakaway system that applies the trailer brakes automatically if the trailer […]
The Best Half-Ton Truck for Towing a Travel Trailer Is the One Whose Payload Fits
Search for “best half-ton truck for towing a travel trailer” and you will find lists ranked by maximum tow rating. That big number is the wrong place to start. For most travel trailer owners, the limit you hit first is payload: how much weight the truck can carry in its cab and bed, including the […]
How to Back a Trailer Into a Campsite (Even the Blind Side)
You pull into the campground, the loop is narrow, the site has a tree on one corner and a picnic table on the other, and three neighbors are sitting in camp chairs with nothing better to watch. Backing into a campsite is the moment that makes many new trailer owners nervous, and the good news […]
Learn to Tow a Trailer With Confidence: The TowPro Academy Online Towing Course
Want to learn to tow without the guesswork? TowPro Academy is a self-paced online towing course for people who tow boats, campers, travel trailers and utility trailers. It walks you through every step in order: hitching, loading, mirrors, turning, backing up, real-world conditions and what to do when something goes wrong. The course was built […]
Do Utility Trailers Need a Weight Distribution Hitch?
Do Utility Trailers Need a Weight Distribution Hitch? Here is the honest answer most utility trailer owners are looking for: usually not. Most utility trailers are small, single-axle, and light enough that a standard weight-carrying hitch handles them without any trouble. But “usually” is not “always,” and loading a utility trailer wrong can put you […]
Weight Distribution Hitches for Flatbed Trailers Guide
Weight Distribution Hitches for Flatbed Trailers: A Practical Guide Flatbed and car-hauler trailers create a weight-distribution challenge that other trailers do not: the load is heavy, it is placed by you, and where you place it changes everything. Roll a car six inches too far forward and your tongue weight jumps by hundreds of pounds; […]
Weight Distribution Hitches for Dump Trailers Explained
Weight Distribution Hitches for Dump Trailers: What You Need to Know Dump trailers are deceptively heavy. Empty, a tandem-axle dump trailer already weighs more than many loaded utility trailers, and once you add gravel, soil, or debris the tongue weight climbs fast and unevenly. That combination makes weight distribution a serious safety issue for dump […]
How to Choose the Right Weight Distribution Hitch for Your Travel Trailer
Learn how to choose the right weight distribution hitch for your travel trailer to ensure safer towing experiences with improved vehicle stability.
How to Enhance Towing Stability with Anti-Sway Bars for Travel Trailers
Learn how to enhance towing stability with anti-sway bars for travel trailers. Discover practical tips to improve your towing experience safely.
Choosing the Right Tow Vehicle for a Dump Trailer
Choosing the right tow vehicle for your dump trailer is essential for safe and efficient towing. Learn how to match your vehicle with your trailer for optimal performance and safety.