Speed is a factor in many car accidents so you should always be conscious of the speed at which you are travelling, regardless of whether or not you are towing a trailer.

Safe speeds for towing a trailer vary on the weight and size of the trailer, as well as on the condition of the road and the vehicle you are driving.

Road Rules

The speed at which you can travel when towing a trailer is determined by the laws of the state or territory in which you are travelling. If you are towing over state lines make sure you know the regulations pertaining to both states. Although states may vary on how much you can tow in what type of vehicle, you can travel at the designated speed limit when towing except for in Western Australia.

Maker Rules

Car manufacturers set out what the safe towing limits are for each vehicle. These limits will take many factors into consideration and should be adhered to at all times. Failure to adhere to the safe limits set may nullify your insurance; so do your homework.

If you are towing a trailer and you feel that you aren’t in control of the car and the trailer then you should slow down! Safe speeds aren’t just what the laws or car companies tell us, they are also what we know we can handle when towing.