Towing Tips
Before setting out on a trip, practice turning, stopping, and backing the trailer in an area located away from heavy traffic.
Make sure all trailer and vehicle lights are working properly — including hazard flashers.
See also:
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of
pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the
ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (i ...
Weight-Carrying Hitch
Aweight-carrying hitch supports the trailer tongue weight,
just as if it were luggage located at a hitch ball or some
other connecting point of the vehicle. This type of hitch is
the most popula ...
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B,
and C. These grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on
wet pavement, as measured under controlled conditions
on specified govern ...