Towing Tuition

First of all, here are some terminology that will be used when talking about towing and the vehicles used.

• MAM - Maximum Authorised Mass. This is the maximum permissible weight that either the trailer or your towing vehicle is allowed to carry
• Gross Weight - Another term for MAM. Also known as Permissible Maximum Weight
• Unladen Weight - The weight of a vehicle or trailer when it is not carrying any cargo
• Curb Weight - Another term for Unladen Weight
• Train Weight - This is the combined MAM of your towing vehicle and your trailer

Where can you find this information? Usually, there is a metal plate attached to your vehicle under the bonnet with numbers stamped on it. These are the weight limits of your car. Refer to your vehicle handbook or car manufacturer for help if needed. On your trailer or caravan, there should also be a stamped or engraved plate detailing the weight limits.

As of the 16th of December 2021, the towing laws changed. Anyone with a category B licence now automatically holds category BE. This means anyone with a car licence can tow a trailer without the need for an additional test.

Please be aware of the weight limits of the car and the trailer/caravan.

We recommend you seriously consider taking training before towing. It’s not just about going forwards or backwards. There is a lot of information to pass over to you.
Over the last 15 years, we have trained many people with a very high pass rate. We still feel the need to promote safe driving for life especially when towing a trailer or caravan and our knowledge will be passed to you through one of our training courses.

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