Following Distance

Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer.

This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns.

    See also:

    Lamps
    Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and brake lamps are important to see and be seen on the road. - Signs that the headlamps need attention include dimming, failure to light, cracking, o ...

    Receiving a Call
    When an incoming call is received, the audio system mutes and a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. - Press to answer the call. - Press to ignore a call. ...

    Weight of the Trailer
    How heavy can a trailer safely be? It should never weigh more than 450 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that can be too heavy. Speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature, special equipment, ...