Trailer safety comes first.
Before towing a trailer please be aware of all road regulations.
A check of the trailer after its been loaded.
1. tryer pressure is correct.
2. trailer is connected to the tow ball correctly.
3. safety chain in connected.
4. tail lights are working.
5. the load inside the trailer is packed correctly and
will not move around.
6. NOT to be towed over 90km per hour
7. make sure you have good vision in your mirrors.
8. make sure that your car and tow ball is suitable
for the weight you are towing.
9. when turning while towing a trailer you will have
take the corner wider.
10. your following distance behind another car will
be greater your car will need more time to stop.
greater the load the more distance you will
require.
If you have any concerns please ring us.
For more information go to consumer.org.nz
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