Trailer Towing

Before pulling a trailer, there are three important considerations that have to do with weight:

  • The weight of the trailer.
  • The weight of the trailer tongue.
  • The total weight on your vehicle's tires.
See also:

Highway Hypnosis
Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an eas ...

Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil . Once a Month Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection . Che ...

Jump Starting
For more information about the vehicle battery, see Battery  If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following st ...