Owning a motorcycle almost guarantees that you will, at some point, have to haul or tow it. Whether you've broken down on the road or you're in the process of moving, you should know what transportation options are available. Truck Probably the most...
For generations summer has meant a time to vacation, and often this means hitting the road and exploring the open spaces and the myriad cities, towns, and attractions within. One of the best ways to do this is by towing a small...
There is one place that attracts all types of people from adrenaline junkies to leisure lovers: the beach. Some choose to engage in vigorous water sports such as jet skiing or surfing and then there are those who enjoy lying under their beach tents and reading a book....
Hook ‘em up, Load ‘em Up, Back ‘em Up Safe-trailering what? A rodeo with trailers? Do cowboys chase down trailers from the cabins of their pickup trucks, lasso them and hitch them up to the back in some sort crazy timed event? Are the trailers wild and need to be...
I was recently invited to speak to Professor Scott Calahan's "Transportation and Fleet Safety" class at Central Washington University. You see, he heard that U-Haul has been teaching driver's ed students how to safely tow a trailer for nearly 40 years, and he wanted...
The motorcycle. The word and machine that conjure ideas of freedom, the wind in your face, perhaps the clichéd fantasies of the open road, and ultimately - independence. For those that own and ride these machines, the irony is not lost on just how often you find...
Whether it's a full home remodel or just a never ending honey-do list, there are bound to be projects to complete around the house. Sure, the small projects may be easy -- a can of paint or two -- but what about the big ones that require some heavy duty construction...
Getting your first hitch opens up a whole new world of possibilities for you and your vehicle. Towing a trailer is a great way to give yourself extra cargo capacity. Whether you are moving, heading to the dunes, lake or forest , you can now take your favorite toys...
Taking a trip cross country? Or are you towing your tailgating gear to the game? Whatever it is, there's no doubt that the hitch plays a vital role in towing your belongings from one point to the other. Fortunately, there are some accessories that can better your...
Driving a moving truck of any size is actually a really simple task. Even when you add an extra 20 feet of trailer onto the back of it, for a possible total of up to 46 feet, making a move across distances long and short can be done by anyone over the age of 18 with a...
There comes a time when many need to use an Auto Transport to tow a vehicle that has a low ground clearance. There are a few extra steps that need to be taken in order to do this. Keep in mind that these techniques are present for consideration when other options are...
Teaching Roadway Safety I recently attended the 57th Annual American Driver and Traffic Safety Education Association (ADTSEA) Conference from July 14-17. ADTSEA is the professional association which represents traffic safety educators throughout the United States and...