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

Find The Maximum Nose Weight for Your Vehicle’s Tow Hitch

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.

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What Is Unladen Weight (ULW)? Why It Matters for Towing

What Is Unladen Weight (ULW)? Why It Matters for Towing

Unladen Weight is key to safe towing. Learn what ULW means, how to find it, & why it

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What Is Trailer Payload? How to Calculate It Before Towing

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.

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What Unbraked Trailer Can I Tow? Know Your Legal Limits

What Unbraked Trailer Can I Tow? Know Your Legal Limits

Find out the maximum weight you can tow with an unbraked trailer, why you must not exceed half your vehicle’s kerb weight, and how to tow legally every time.

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What Is a VIN Plate? Why It Matters When Towing Your Trailer

What Is a VIN Plate? Why It Matters When Towing Your Trailer

Learn how to read your vehicle

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What Are Maximum Axle Loads? How to Stay Safe & Legal Towing

What Are Maximum Axle Loads? How to Stay Safe & Legal Towing

Learn what maximum axle loads mean, why they matter when towing, and how to avoid overloading your vehicle. Stay safe, legal, and protect your suspension.

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Can My Car Tow a Horse Trailer? | Vehicle Towing Capacity

Can My Car Tow a Horse Trailer? | Vehicle Towing Capacity

So you’re thinking about buying or hiring a horse trailer — good on ya. But before you hitch up and roll out, there’s one important question to ask: Can your car actually tow it?Let’s break it down nice and simple.Find Your Vehicle’s Towing CapacityEvery vehicle has a maximum towing limit, and thankfully, it’s not a guessing game. You can usually find it in: • Your car’s owner’s handbook • The VIN plate (also called the chassis plate), usually found under the bonnet or near the driver’s doorYou’

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What Is Vehicle Kerb Weight? Towing Limits Explained Simply

What Is Vehicle Kerb Weight? Towing Limits Explained Simply

When it comes to towing, most folks obsess over what the trailer weighs. Fair enough — but what about your car? More specifically, its kerb weight. It’s a figure that’s often overlooked, but it plays a big role in how much you can legally and safely tow.So, what is kerb weight? And why should you be checking it before hitching anything up? Let’s break it down.So, What’s Kerb Weight?Kerb weight (sometimes spelled curb weight) is the weight of your vehicle in road-ready condition. That means: • Al

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Thinking of Buying a Trailer? 5 Questions to Ask First

Thinking of Buying a Trailer? 5 Questions to Ask First

Before you buy a trailer, make sure you’re ready. Brent’s guide walks you through 5 key questions to help you choose the right trailer for your towing needs.

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First Time Renting a Trailer? What to Expect with Brent

First Time Renting a Trailer? What to Expect with Brent

New to trailer hire? Discover exactly what to expect when renting a trailer with Brent—from choosing the right type to pick-up. Simple, secure and stress-free.

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What Does GVWR Mean on Trailers |Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

What Does GVWR Mean on Trailers |Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

Confused about GVWR? Learn what Gross Vehicle Weight Rating means, why it matters for trailer safety and legality, & how to choose the right trailer with Brent.

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Towing in Hot Weather: Top Safety Tips for UK Drivers

Towing in Hot Weather: Top Safety Tips for UK Drivers

Planning to tow during a heatwave? Here

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