GetBrent

Trailer Advice & Guides

Everything you need to know about towing, trailers, and the law. Straight from the bloke who knows, mate.

Trailer Eye Shafts: UK Types, Sizes & Eye Shaft Safety Guide

Trailer Eye Shafts: UK Types, Sizes & Eye Shaft Safety Guide

Learn about UK trailer eye shafts, standard sizes, compatibility with towing jaws and hooks, and why mixing DIN and British pins can be dangerous for you.

Read more ->
UK Towing Laws Explained | Tow safely and stay legal

UK Towing Laws Explained | Tow safely and stay legal

Brent breaks down UK towing laws in plain English — from weight limits and licences to mirrors, plates, and speed rules — so you stay safe, legal, and confident

Read more ->
Trailer Mudguards: Stay Safe & Legal | Not just for looks

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.

Read more ->
Trailer Brake Safety Tips | Don’t Cook Your Trailer Brakes

Trailer Brake Safety Tips | Don’t Cook Your Trailer Brakes

Stop cooking your trailer brakes! Brent explains how to tow downhill safely and keep your trailer brakes cool and reliable. Feather the brakes instead.

Read more ->
Convex Towing Mirrors UK Rules | What mirror can you use

Convex Towing Mirrors UK Rules | What mirror can you use

Hate flat towing mirrors? Brent clears up whether you can use two convex mirrors legally when towing in the UK instead of using the standard flat towing mirrors

Read more ->
Trailer Licence Plate Rules UK | Avoid Fines | Brent Guide

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!

Read more ->
Stop Trailer Rust in Its Tracks | Checking for Rust

Stop Trailer Rust in Its Tracks | Checking for Rust

Learn how to check and treat rust on your trailer before it spreads. Keep your trailer strong, safe, and earning with Brent’s no-fuss trailer rust guide.

Read more ->
Plant Trailer Safety: Load & Secure Right | Brent Tips

Plant Trailer Safety: Load & Secure Right | Brent Tips

Learn how to load and secure a plant trailer the right way. Brent explains balance, noseweight, and proper strapping so you tow steady, safe, and stress-free.

Read more ->
Towing Visibility in the UK | Do You Need Towing Mirrors?

Towing Visibility in the UK | Do You Need Towing Mirrors?

Don’t tow your trailer blind mate! Learn about towing visibility, UK mirror laws, and how to stay safe and legal on the road. Brent

Read more ->
UK Trailer Speed Limits | What You Can Legally Tow | Brent

UK Trailer Speed Limits | What You Can Legally Tow | Brent

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.

Read more ->
Trailer Noseweight | What It Is and How to Check It | Brent

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!

Read more ->
How Should You Load Your Trailer? | Safe Towing Tips | Brent

How Should You Load Your Trailer? | Safe Towing Tips | Brent

Wondering how should you load your trailer? Get the basics right with Brent’s quick, cheeky guide to safe trailer loading. Stay balanced, stay legal, stay safe.

Read more ->