Pulling a trailer requires a calm driving manner, you must eliminate quick movements and last minute stops from your driving if you want to have a safe journey.
When pulling a trailer you need to reduce your normal driving speed, keeping to 55 miles per hour or under. Keeping alert for any changing road conditions will allow you to respond quickly and slowdown in plenty of time. With the weight of the trailer pushing your vehicle you will need to allow extra time and distance to stop safely. Remember to allow more space to pass other vehicles than normal, taking turns wider so the trailer will not bounce on the curb. Going downhill also requires extra attention, slow down before you go downhill and generally it is a good idea to use the same speed going downhill as you would uphill.
Also remember to take in to consideration the weather conditions as any adverse weather will mean that you need to allow even more time and room to stop, with windy conditions making the trailer more prone to swaying. It you find your trailer whipping or swaying take your foot off the gas and try and let the vehicle gradually slow down, avoid braking or speeding up.
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