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towing in Del Mar

Towing In Del Mar

To tow a trailer behind another vehicle, the driver must develop a whole new set of skills. Towing a trailer is a special driving situation that places additional demands on your driving skills. I’ve provided some basic tips and tricks you need to know to transport your trailer and its contents safely, comfortably, and without trailer abuse.

If something were to happen and the trailer was disconnected from the tow vehicle, the cross chains would create a ‘cradle’ for the trailer tongue to rest on instead of sinking into the pavement.” The chain should have enough slack to allow for emergency turns, but not drag on the road. 

As the towing weight increases, your vehicle's handling on the road will decrease. Avoiding sudden steering, acceleration and braking will keep your vehicle and everything it's pulling on the road steady and in control. The turning radius of the trailer is much smaller than the turning radius of the tow vehicle, so the trailer easily hits soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees and other objects when making sharp turns.

It is best to start loading the heaviest load first, securing it with rope or bungee cords so that the load does not move while the vehicle is in motion. Choose the right fork. "Some vehicles come with a tow hitch installed at the factory, but for vehicles that don't, it's important to find the right hitch.

Pay close attention to your surroundings and other road users and be alert when towing your vehicle. Slow down but avoid the hard braking of the tow truck. In some cases, actually accelerating while using the handbrake will get you out of a rocking position.

Reduce driving speed to gain full control until the problem is identified and corrected. Choose an area away from traffic, such as an empty parking lot, and perform simple driving tasks after everything is closed. Try to reverse and use mirrors and pay close attention to your vehicle's turning radius.

Although it is not recommended to overtake often when towing a vehicle, if you must overtake, make sure you have enough time and distance. If your trailer lights are not on, other drivers may not be able to see your vehicle, especially at night. An accident can occur if the taillights are not working or are not connected properly.

We have a fleet of tow trucks in CA ready to pick you up and drop you off. An easy way to turn the trailer in the desired direction is to place one hand under the steering wheel. It can be incredibly frustrating and embarrassing if you disrupt traffic and inconvenience others.

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