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77. Trailer

A trailer is a vehicle designed to be pulled by another vehicle rather than move under its own power. Trailers are used to transport goods, equipment, boats, caravans or other loads and can vary greatly in size and weight.

Drivers towing a trailer should make sure it is correctly coupled, properly loaded and suitable for the towing vehicle. The trailer can increase the combination's length, weight, stopping distance and space required for turning.

Trailer
Rental trailer at a GAMMA hardware store in Het Lage Land. (Rotterdam, Netherlands)
Wikimedia.org • Donald Trung • CC BY-SA
What is a trailer?

A trailer is a vehicle designed to be pulled by another vehicle rather than propelled by its own motor.

What can trailers be used for?

Trailers can transport goods, equipment, vehicles, boats or other loads and can also include caravans designed for accommodation.

What should you check before towing a trailer?

Check that the trailer is properly coupled, correctly loaded and secured and that the towing vehicle, trailer and driver meet the applicable weight, equipment and licensing requirements.

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