Trailer Advice & Guides
Everything you need to know about towing, trailers, and the law. Straight from the bloke who knows, mate.
Trailer Towing Jaws and Hooks: UK Trailer Safety Standards
Learn UK standards for trailer towing jaws and hooks, articulation gaps, safety locks, and how to prevent damage or detachment when towing, so you stay safe.
Trailer Speed Symbols: Learn what the trailer symbols mean
Learn what trailer speed symbols mean, from J to V, and how tyre ratings will affect towing safety, load limits, and legal speeds when towing in the UK.
UK Towing Laws Explained | Tow safely and stay legal
Unbraked trailers: max 750kg or half your car’s kerb weight.
Trailer Mudguards: Stay Safe & Legal | Not just for looks
Mudguards aren’t just for looks. Brent explains why they’re vital for safety, legality, & other drivers’ windscreens. Driving without them is illegal in the UK.
Convex Towing Mirrors UK Rules | What mirror can you use
Law only requires a clear view down both sides of your trailer.
Trailer Licence Plate Rules UK | Avoid Fines | Brent Guide
Avoid fines with Brent’s guide to trailer licence plates. Keep your trailer licence plate clean, legal, and matching your tow vehicle. This is very important!
Towing Visibility in the UK | Do You Need Towing Mirrors?
Hooked up and ready to roll? Not so fast — if you can’t see what your trailer’s doing behind you, you’re asking for trouble.
UK Trailer Speed Limits Explained
Find out the legal UK trailer speed limits and avoid fines or accidents. Brent’s guide helps you tow safely and confidently with trailers - no guesswork needed.
Trailer Noseweight | What It Is and How to Check It | Brent
Learn what trailer noseweight is and why it matters for safe towing. Brent’s quick guide shows you how to measure and balance your trailer properly every time!
Find The Maximum Nose Weight for Your Vehicle’s Tow Hitch
You wish to tow a trailer. Where would you find the maximum nose weight for your vehicle’s tow hitch? Find out where to look and why it matters for safe towing.
What Is Unladen Weight (ULW)? Why It Matters for Towing
When you're loading up a trailer — whether it's full of building kit, motorbikes or hay bales — most people focus on how much they’re carrying. But there’s another number that matters just as much:…
What Is Trailer Payload? How to Calculate It Before Towing
Learn what trailer payload means, how to calculate it, and why it matters. Stay legal and safe when loading and towing your trailer with our easy towing tips.