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Caravan Safety and Security

As old hands will know, a car and caravan combination can behave very differently to a car on its own. Make sure your vehicle and caravan are compatible and check the maximum towing load recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Bear in mind that contents like water, gas, food and camping gear can add at least another 300kg to the weight of an empty van.

If you're new to caravanning, it's best if your caravan weighs less than your empty car. Make sure you use the best towing equipment and practice some of the skills like reversing so that you can cope with any situation that might arise.

• Did you know?
• Many experienced car drivers make the mistake of thinking they will automatically know how to manage a vehicle when it is towing a caravan
• Towing a caravan is particularly hazardous in windy and wet conditions. Other key problems involve side swipes, clipping larger vehicles and turning or reversing mishaps
• Tips for safe towing
  Get a mechanical check on the towing vehicle, especially the brakes and tyres
  Inspect the caravan for roadworthiness before you set out - especially the tyres and rims