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 ridden for eight seconds? What […]
You’re packing up your whole house, trying to figure out what to take with you and what to donate or toss. The last thing you probably want to think about is your car. But you should. Moving is the perfect time to reevaluate your transportation needs, get routine maintenance done for your car and update […]
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 his college students to have the same experience. The difference is that […]
The good weather is here and what a better way to cool off than to head to the nearest lake or beach with your boat! Here are some steps and tips on how to tow a boat: Hitch If you don’t have a trailer hitch on your vehicle already, you’ll want to get one installed. This […]
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 yourself needing to transport them by truck or trailer. Whether it’s that new project you’re […]
Your planning your next BIG move and everything must go…EVERYTHING! Your belongings, family and personal vehicle. So you’ll probably need to move your belongings in a moving truck and tow your personal vehicle on an auto transport. Here are a few tips for if you are considering this option. Auto Transport vs. Tow Dolly Once […]
It is a common misconception that convertible sedans can’t tow trailers. You can find out if your vehicle is certified by speaking with a friendly customer service representative at your neighborhood U-Haul location. You can also check online from the comfort of your home or your phone here. All you need to know is the […]
Do you need towing tips from the pros? There are many questions that can often come up when you are looking at getting a hitch installed or towing a trailer. How do I select which trailer to use? How do I load a trailer? How do I use an auto transport to move my vehicle […]
Not everyone has a huge trunk or an SUV to transport a wheelchair. This became apparent when traveling with a good friend of mine. Luckily I have a roomy trunk in my car that is big enough to fit a wheelchair. In fact, one of the questions I asked the car dealer about prior to […]
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 hitching experience. 1. Extend your hitch ball life […]
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 not available. We […]
So, you have decided to rent a trailer to move your home. Your vehicle has a hitch, but are you ready to tow? Do you know what your vehicle can tow? Is it ready to tow? How much can you tow? These are all important towing questions that you should have answered before moving day, but […]
