Tips for driving with a trailer
When you go on holiday, are moving or simply need to transport things, you may have to rent a trailer. Nowadays there are enough suppliers and it is easy to get a trailer. But that is not all. Of course, you also have to be able to drive with a trailer. This is often not something you do every day and certainly in the beginning it can take some getting used to. There are therefore a number of things you have to pay attention to when driving with a trailer. In this blog we will give you a number of tips for driving with a trailer. We hope that you and all your belongings will arrive safely at your destination.
How fast are you allowed to drive with a trailer?
Before you hit the road, it is important to know which traffic rules apply. For example, it is wise to know how fast you are allowed to drive with a trailer. This is different from the speed you are allowed to drive with a car. How fast you are allowed to drive with a trailer depends on the weight. Does your trailer, with load, weigh less than 3500 kilos? Then you are allowed to drive 90 kilometers per hour on the highway. If the total weight is higher than 3500 kilos, you are not allowed to drive faster than 80 kilometers per hour. Are you planning to go on holiday abroad with a trailer? Then it is wise to also check the traffic rules of your destination, as these may differ from those in the Netherlands.
Tips for reversing with a trailer
Reversing with a trailer is also different than you are used to with a car. Do you want to steer your trailer to the left? Then you have to turn your steering wheel to the right. And when steering to the right, you have to turn to the left. Make sure you look over your shoulder, use your mirrors and drive calmly. In addition, the angle between the car and the trailer should not be large, because this can cause damage when they touch each other.
The swinging of your trailer
Sometimes it can happen that your trailer starts to sway. This can have several causes. Examples are gusts of wind, unevenness in the road surface, too high speed or incorrect loading. Before you set off, it is therefore always important to check your load and maintain the correct speed while on the road. What is the best thing to do when your car starts to sway? Always try to reduce your speed by braking in a controlled manner, this will automatically reduce the swaying.
General tips for driving with a trailer
In addition to the above-mentioned matters, there are of course a number of other things you should pay attention to in order to drive as safely as possible with a trailer. Below we will list a few more.
Take the bends wide
It is important to take the bends as wide as possible with a trailer. This way you can prevent possible accidents.
The handbrake break cable
The breakaway cable ensures that if your trailer unexpectedly comes loose from your car, the handbrake is automatically pulled. The cable then breaks due to the pulling force of your car. It is important to check this properly before leaving. For example, this breakaway cable must be attached to a sturdy point on the car and no loop may be made in it.
Keep driving calm
Always remember to drive calmly when driving with a trailer. With a trailer, your braking distance is longer and it is more difficult to avoid danger. By driving calmly, you ensure that any risks are reduced.
Would you rather not drive with a trailer? Then you can at Adrem Car Rental Limburg also choose to have a van of bus with tail lift for rent.
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