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A Simple Introduction to Trailer Brake Controllers
Most truck owners almost always end up towing something, whether it is a trailer, boat, or any other kind of load. If you are one who is familiar with towing, then you know how dangerous slowing down on the road can be when you are pulling a heavy load. Also, you must be aware of [...]
Getting the Most out of Electric Brake Controllers
There are plenty of people in the U.S. who are well aware of the joy that comes with owning a recreational vehicle (RV). There is a certain sense of freedom that comes with having over 16,000 campgrounds throughout the U.S, where RV's are free to park for weeks or months at a time. In addition [...]
How To Choose The Best Brake Controller For Your Trailer
There are more than 50,000 accidents related to towing each year, according to the National Highway Transportation Administration. When towing, having the right brake controller is crucial to ensuring that your trailer braking system is always working properly. This will help to prevent accidents and damage to your truck or other vehicles. Brake controllers physically [...]
How to Troubleshoot Your Brake Controller System
Trailer brake controller issues could cause all manner of dangerous circumstances on the road. braking power to fail in the connected trailer’s brake system. Considering all the other forces at play while your trailer is on the road (a 35-mph crosswind can exert as much as 3,440 pounds of force on your trailer), brakes are [...]
How Trailer Brake Systems Work
No matter how fast you are going, it takes a ton of power to slow down the massive weight of a tow vehicle and its trailer. You need more than the tow vehicle's brakes. You need a complete trailer brake system. It is estimated that only about 12 to 15 percent of a trailer’s weight [...]
How to Determine the Safest Way to Tow Your Trailer
Whether you're heading out on a camping trip or you're taking the boat out fishing, practicing safe towing habits is imperative not only to your safety, but the safety of other people on the road. And good safety habits begin with a solid knowledge of controlling trailer sway and towing protocols. If you're ready to [...]
Trailer Towing and The Importance of Air Brake Controllers
The weather is finally starting to get nice and people across the country are getting ready for long road trips, camping excursions, and are moving to new locations. Whether you're moving to a new home or going camping for a weekend, these kinds of trips typically involve towing a trailer. Unfortunately, though the roadways are [...]
Be Careful On the Ice: 3 Tips For Safe Towing In Slippery Conditions
Driving any kind of vehicle over the winter is already much more dangerous than any other time of the year. Towing a vehicle on icy roads, however, is extremely dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there are over 50,000 accidents every year as a result of towing. Truck drivers towing any [...]
5 Trailer Towing Tips For Winter Driving
Towing a trailer is extremely dangerous if you aren't careful. And those dangers are amplified over the winter. Snowy and icy roads mixed with large trucks and heavy hauls is a very dangerous combination. If you're towing a trailer of any kind throughout the winter, you need to drive as safe as possible -- here's [...]
Trailer Towing Safety: 6 Great Electronic Brake Controllers
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are over 50,000 accidents every year related to towing. Towing a trailer is extremely dangerous and you must know what you're doing prior to getting behind the wheel. Trailer sway is a serious problem that can lead to devastating injuries on the roads. It's important [...]
Towing Safety: What Causes Roadway Trailer Sway?
Imagine driving down the highway with your family, camper attached to your truck's tow, and you're all sharing your excitement about your annual camping trip. Suddenly, a large gust of wind strikes your vehicle on the driver's side. This fun-filled family trip has now transformed into a life or death situation. According to the National [...]
Avoid These 4 Costly Mistakes When Towing a Trailer
Driving a large truck with a tow attached on a long road trip can be a lot of fun, especially if you're going camping or spending time with family or friends. However, these vehicles are much more dangerous than the average automobile. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there are over 50,000 [...]