BEFORE setting off on your journey, it's important to understand the legal requirements for hitching a trailer or caravan to your car. Here's everything you need to know about towing laws in the UK.

The National Caravan Council (NCC) said they were “advocates” for full awareness training before drivers were able to tow heavy trailers. They said towing a caravan was “very different” than towing ...

As caravan sales soar, research reveals over 60% of motorists don’t know the rules of the road – from speed limits to weight restrictions, resulting in a fine of up to £1,000 Those considering ...

The Royal Automotive Club of Western Australia says caravan-related collisions have increased by almost 20 per cent in the past three years. Eight people have lost their lives in caravan-related ...

FOR caravan enthusiasts, towing a trailer to somewhere new can be exciting. But if you own a caravan, it is important to get to grips with various towing laws to avoid being handed a potentially hefty ...

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Don't miss out on the headlines from SA News. Followed categories will be added to My News. SARTA executive officer Steve Shearer said when towing caravans, there should be “some sort of requirements ...

When towing a caravan or trailer, you will often need to abide by different speed limits to those which apply in normal, everyday driving. And confusingly, the speed limits for cars which are towing ...

CARAVAN owners have been warned they could face a £1000 fine for not towing their trailers properly. Summer is now upon us, and Brits up and down the country are likely making plans to take their ...

Never use a tow rope if the vehicle being towed has brake failure. Always use a tow bar. Photo: Daria Usanova on Pexels. As the December holidays approach, traffic officials across SA will be on high ...

If there's one aspect of towing a caravan or trailer that many drivers find daunting, it's reversing. You have to deal with reduced visibility, the extra length of the trailer, and the way it moves in ...