How to tow like a pro 

If you’re planning a road trip with your caravan or boat in tow, make sure you’re prepared to handle the extra weight. Towing can be daunting for beginners and the more prepared you are the better. Buckle up and get ready to hit the road with confidence with these five expert tips to help you tow like a pro.

How to tow like a pro: 5 tips for towing caravans and boats

Pre-safety checks. One of the most important things to do before you travel is to make sure that the trailer weight does not exceed your vehicle’s capacity to tow it. Every vehicle has a maximum braked-trailer weight limit, but the number of people, luggage and even accessories can reduce that overall towing capacity. Also, make sure to go through all your safety checks: check your trailer tyre pressure, ensure the trailer lights work, there is even weight distribution and that everything has been secured properly. When it comes to safety, there’s no such thing as too much precaution.

Spatial awareness. Your driving experience is completely different when you have a boat or caravan in tow and it’s important to be aware of your surroundings at all times. Always take a wide line and constantly keep an eye on your mirrors to make sure you’re not cutting corners. Consider the height of your rig, and if you’re unsure of clearance ask someone to guide you.  Always leave extra space between you and other vehicles.

Slow down. When it comes to towing a trailer you should never be in a hurry – you don’t want to upset the stability of both the vehicle and the trailer by driving at a pace.

Smooth driving. Smooth and slow should be your motto in every journey. If you want to tow like a pro, you’ve got to keep things smooth. That means smooth accelerating, braking or cornering, and no sudden or jerky movements. Not only will your vehicle arrive unscathed, but you’ll also enjoy a more peaceful trip.

Protect your wheels. It’s hard to know what’s happening with your wheels when you’ve got a caravan or boat in tow. Luckily for you, that’s where technology comes in. Wheel Sensei is an incredible new invention that monitors the internal hub temperature of each wheel of a caravan or boat trailer, ensuring that the temperatures are always within safe levels. It provides an alert to the driver via a smartphone app to potentially avoid any dangerous situations on the road.

Caravans and boats are not small and towing them will have a big impact on not only what you drive but also how you drive. Don’t assume you know the rules just because you’ve towed before because limitation rules are always changing. Do your research before you hit the open road, and remember that there’s no point in towing a caravan or boat if you don’t do it safely. Keep it smooth, don’t be in a hurry, and enjoy the ride.

Digital wheel bearing monitoring – Helping drivers stay safe on the road when towing.

Wheel Sensei’s smart driver app and wheel bearing monitoring technology helps drivers stay safe and protect their caravans and trailers while towing. Wheel Sensei monitors your bearings and alerts you to any potential issues while you are driving so you don’t have to stop for ‘manual bearing ‘touch-tests’. 

Wheel Sensei’s smart sensors replace your dust cap and monitor the internal hub temperature of each wheel, sending you live updates of each bearing temperature every minute via the phone app.  

If any issues arise, such as a sudden spike in wheel bearing temperatures, you’ll receive an instant notification.

By using Wheel Sensei, drivers can avoid potentially dangerous situations and prevent damage to their vehicles and precious cargo.

Wheel Sensei provides peace of mind to drivers who frequently tow, allowing them to focus on the road and enjoy a safe and stress-free journey.

If you have any questions, or would like to know more, please get in contact with us today.