Towing

Utility trailers come in all shapes and sizes and are used on every job site in America. They transport equipment, supplies, and anything else that can’t travel the roads under its own power. They are even used by many to haul recreational vehicles on the weekends.

We live in a time when a massive 30,000-pound maximum tow rating has become the new benchmark for 1-ton diesel pickups. It’s an eye-catching number, and it’s almost hard to believe.

Here’s some advice on products that will make your towing experience less dramatic and more comfortable, both of which make towing safer for you, your family, and everyone else on the road.

Successful trailer towing is as much preparation as it is execution. You can be the most veteran over-the-road truck driver, but if your rig isn’t up to the task, you’re not going anywhere.

Over the past year or so, we’ve taken note of the most common towing mistakes they come across. Many are not what you’d think, and we’ve covered the top 10 here.