Towing

When it comes to towing RVs, boats, and other trailers, you need a vehicle that combines power, stability, and versatility. SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) have become popular as tow vehicles due to their spacious interiors for passengers and gear, robust engines, and towing capabilities and technologies. In this post, we’re looking at some of the …

Backing up a trailer is something almost everyone struggles with at first. But there are ways to make the entire process easier and to get it right every time. In this post, we’ll tell you how to back up a trailer like a pro by giving you some helpful tools as well as pro tips …

In the world of trucks and towing, few innovations have had as big an impact as Tow/Haul mode. Understanding Tow/Haul mode and how and when to use it can make your towing experience safer and better overall. Having towed a vehicle ourselves for more than 20 years, we take towing safety seriously, as noted in …

In a recent post, one of our readers asked about the benefit of a dual-axle trailer vs single-axle trailer for hauling with their large SUV. (Thanks Jane!) We answered her question in general, but the differences are considerable. So, today we’re covering the differences between single- and dual-axle trailers (also called “tandem” or “tandem-axle” trailers), …

If you’ve ever asked yourself “Do I need a breakaway cable on my trailer?” you’ve come to the right place. You may have seen our post on how to connect a trailer breakaway cable, but are braking systems for trailer breakaways required? In this post, we address this question specifically as it pertains to the …

  Knowing how to connect a trailer breakaway cable is one of many important aspects of safe towing. However, there’s a bit of controversy and confusion around this topic, so in today’s post, we’re hoping to sort it all out, with safety as the top priority.  We’ll also explain how to connect a trailer breakaway …

Moving a travel trailer into awkward or tight spaces can be challenging. It’s not unusual to have to squeeze a trailer into a tight location, especially when storing it. An electric trailer dolly is the answer for many trailer owners. We recently featured the ParkIt360 on this blog, and while it appears to be a …

Whether you’re pulling a car behind a motorhome, or towing a travel trailer or 5th wheel, towing safety is serious business. So today, we’re taking a close-up look at the trailer tongue and coupler, two sometimes overlooked but very important parts of any trailer towing setup. If you tow a travel trailer, you’re likely well …

If you’ve ever tried to park your travel trailer in a tight spot but struggled because your towing vehicle just couldn’t maneuver it in there, you’ll appreciate the Parkit360 electric trailer dolly. In today’s post, we’re looking at the Parkit360 – what it is, what it can do, how it works, and who might want …

When the receiver tube on your hitch isn’t long enough to clear an item like a spare tire, bike rack, or RV bumper rack, a hitch extender could be the answer. But there are several important things to know before putting any sort of hitch extension to work. In this post, we’ll tell you how …

Andersen Hitches is a company that makes some very popular towing gear and trailer accessories. They’ve got several products that are well-known to RVers. But their two most popular products in the RV industry are the Andersen Weight Distribution Hitch and the Ultimate Fifth Wheel Hitch. In this post, we’re looking at several products from …

In this post, we’re taking a look at the popular Hensley hitch and ProPride 3P hitch to see if either, or both, serves to eliminate trailer sway effectively. When you’re towing a trailer, whether it’s a travel trailer or any other type of trailer, preventing sway is a paramount concern. The last thing anyone who …

Many people who tow a trailer may not be aware of the impact proper trailer hitch height has on their towing experience… and their safety. There are many things to know when towing a travel trailer (or any type of trailer, for that matter), and hitch height is only one consideration. If you don’t maintain …

If you tow anything behind your vehicle, especially if you’re towing a travel trailer, you may have considered using a weight distribution hitch. Today’s post addresses the most common questions about a weight-distributing mechanism for a towing setup. We’ll explain what a weight distribution hitch is, what it does, and how it impacts the towing …

The Jeep Wrangler’s rugged endurance and off-roading ability make it a hugely popular vehicle, especially for those who love to get off the beaten path. But, what if you want to bring more stuff with you than fits in the Jeep? What is the Jeep Wrangler’s towing capacity? Obviously, no one looks to a Wrangler …