When you take your car and trailer test, one of the things you must demonstrate to the examiner is that you understand the proper loading of your vehicles. That was apparently lost on a Worcestershire man who was pulled over by the police on the M5 for towing an unsafe load. We will do our […]

Last month, authorities in Wiltshire conducted a four-day crackdown in a joint effort with the Central Registration and Identification Scheme targeting trailers and caravans. The point of the operation was to make sure drivers towing trailers were in full compliance with the law and common safety practices. More than 100 vehicles were stopped over the […]

We closed out last week with a blog post talking about a new ‘see-through trailer’ system that Tata Motors and Jaguar Land Rover are working on. We want to open this week by briefly turning our attention back to trailer towing. We specifically want to answer the question of whether or not trailer-towing training is […]

Imagine arriving at a DVLA testing site with your car, a trailer, and the utmost confidence that you will easily pass your trailer test thanks to the see-through trailer you are towing behind you. That may be the future if Tata Motors and Jaguar Land Rover, a Tata subsidiary, have anything to say about it. […]

The days of summer are quickly waning as we all begin thinking about a return to school and work. With a few weeks left before the resumption of autumn schedules, we expect families to take to the road with their trailers and caravans for one last shot at a holiday. The HGV Training Centre wants […]

We frequently talk about undergoing trailer training even if you do not need a special licence to tow a caravan or utility trailer. Training is always a good idea inasmuch as it keeps your skills sharp and ensures you are up to date on the latest towing regulations. With that in mind, there are times […]

You have undergone trailer training prior to hitting the road with your brand-new caravan or utility trailer. You are completely confident in your body of knowledge, sure that you know everything necessary to be safe on the road. Everything is fine until you get to the motorway. Suddenly, your trailer starts to sway back and […]

Caravanning is fast becoming the most popular way for British holidaymakers to enjoy their time away. The caravan industry is booming in terms of both manufacturing and sales, and caravan clubs are reporting record membership numbers. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that P&O Ferries has decided to get its piece of the caravanning […]

Your average 3.5-tonne horsebox trailer has enough space to fit two horses comfortably for the ride to and from the equestrian show. Horseboxes are built tough, they have hefty suspension, and they are designed for a smooth and comfortable ride. So when you have an old one you are ready to retire, it’s a shame […]

It is certainly a good time to be in the caravan business. According to the National Caravan Council, sales of new caravans are up 9% from last year; motorhome sales have increased some 18%. We suspect trailer lessons are not keeping pace, although they really should.