Towing

New lightweight trailer is designed for heavy SUVs and electric cars

As new cars get ever heavier, Brian James Trailers has created a new RT7 model suited to large SUVs and electric vehicles.

Driving tests for towing a trailer to be scrapped

As part of measures to tackle the UK’s HGV driver shortage, an extra test for towing a trailer will no longer be needed.

Safety fears over plans to scrap trailer towing test

Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is concerned a government proposal could lead to new towing dangers, heightened by a boom in caravanning.

The best new cars for towing in 2021

The Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year awards assess the best cars for towing in 2021. The Skoda Superb Estate wins overall.

Motorists urged to ‘check it before towing it’

Highways England is urging motorists to 'check it before towing it' following an incident in which a runaway trailer caused five miles on queues on the M25.

How to tow a trailer or caravan safely

Whether you're towing a trailer or a caravan, here are some of the basics you need to remember to travel safely on the road.