With rising fuel prices and limited access for coaches at many scenic and wilderness areas, towing a vehicle behind your bus conversion is becoming an increasingly popular option. Before you hook up your car, however, there are some important things you need to know to make sure you and your vehicles are headed down the road as safely and securely as possible. The most basic requirement for safe towing is the right equipment, but even the right equipment must be backed by careful and attentive driving and maintenance. Equipment Options There are three ways to tow a car with an…
Author: Keith Hoover
Keith Hoover
Hoover is a mechanic and he loves writing on topics related to trailer hitches. He has been in the business for many years and he has seen it all when it comes to hitches. He has seen them break, he has seen them bend, and he has even seen them completely fall off of trailers. That's why he knows the importance of having a good quality hitch. He also knows that not all hitches are created equal. Some are better than others and some are just plain junk. That's why Hoover only recommends the best hitches to his customers. He wants them to be safe on the road and he wants their trailers to be safe as well. So if you're ever in need of a good hitch, make sure you give Hoover a call. He'll hook you up with the best one for your needs.
Simply put, your RV is overloaded if it exceeds any of the manufacturer’s established limitations for total load, axle load, or tire loading. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum amount your RV can safely carry. It includes both the wet weight and the cargo weight. Be sure to check your owner’s manual for weight limitations. Recent Recreational Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA) weight-labeling requirements make it easier for new RV buyers to judge weight and carrying capacity. If you’re in the market for a new motor home or travel trailer, you’ll find this information very helpful. But if…
If you’re longing for the open road, RV towing could be your ticket! With all the comforts of home at a fraction of the cost (and stress!) compared with long-term rentals, it’s an attractive option. Let’s weigh up some pros and cons so that you can decide whether taking this journey is worth investing in – buckle up folks, here we go! Advantages RV Towing Let’s not throw a wet blanket over your dream of having an RV just yet! Towed RVs have some great benefits, like the freedom to move around wherever you please. Plus there are plenty other…
If you’re an RV-er, then being able to comfortably and confidently tow a dinghy is as essential as knowing how to make s’mores. Having a handle on how to use tow bars ensures you’re always ready for any situation. A tow bar can help you get around like an old pro – so make sure you brush up on your know-how. This guide will break down the process into easy-to-follow steps, so that connecting a RV and dinghy vehicle is no sweat. From ensuring adequate parking space for both the vehicles before installation of the tow bar, through attaching its…
If you’re dreaming of summer days spent exploring faraway corners and hitting the lake with your own trailer in tow, it’s time to get prepped. From finding out what vehicle can handle a heavy haul all the way down to making sure you know local regulations – this guide will have everything set up for success. Get ready…the open road awaits! How to Choose The Right Tow Vehicle To safely tow a trailer, you need a tow vehicle with adequate horsepower, torque, weight and length. Some of these elements are reflected in the towing capacity that the vehicle manufacturer sets.…
Rear and side view mirrors provide a much-needed layer of safety for drivers. Without them, you’d have to throw caution to the wind (and your neck muscles!) as you dangerously crane around to switch lanes – not ideal! Sure, there are still blind spots that require a quick turnaround in the driver’s seat; but it sure beats not being able to see anything at all beyond what lies directly ahead. Mirrors enable us to eyeball almost all elements on the road without any extreme maneuvers, so next time when changing lanes or backing up remember how convenient they are! Driving…
Shake, rattle and roll isn’t just an old song – it can describe any drive with a badly set-up hitch! Nothing kills a road trip like an unstable hitch setup. To save yourself the headache of loud unnerving vibrations, jarring noises and potential safety hazards, you need to stabilize your vehicle-trailer connection. Towing your trailer safely is easy when you know all the options. Choose from a cushion hitch, weight distribution hitch or sway control unit to keep everything steady during the journey – and don’t forget about anti-rattle pins! For any 5th wheel or pintle hitches out there, fear…
We all need help from a superhero every now and then, right? Well, if you ask me, a towing vehicle is no less than a superhero. Who comes to your rescue when your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere? It is not the Ironman nor is it the Superman, it is our very own and extremely reliable towing vehicle that gets the job done in such tricky situation. Experiencing flat tire in the middle of a highway? Has your car run out of gas in the middle of the journey? Well, you need a towing service to help…
Moving from one place to another place with all your belongings is always a hectic experience. But things can start going out of control when you have to move with both extra large or small fragile items. Packing and relocating the family already puts enough pressure on us – adding the extra task of towing those items safely can drive you nuts. This is something we could definitely do without! Sadly towing accidents are not that uncommon these days. If you know how to tow a vehicle. things can spiral out of hand quickly. Improper towing can put you and…
Whether you’re taking rubbish to the tip, moving house or going boating or camping, it pays to be up to date with towing and loading requirements. On average seven people a year are killed and 26 seriously injured in crashes involving a light vehicle towing a trailer (the word trailer includes caravans, as well as boat, horse and garden trailers). Incorrect loading is a factor in around 27 light vehicle crashes a year including three deaths and five serious injuries. Make sure you’re not one of them – follow the safe towing and loading guidelines in this brochure whenever you’re…