Australians are a nation of explorers, and if you’ve found our website, it’s probably because you like a bit of outdoor, off-road adventure. (Because towbars are an essential addition to most quality 4WDs and all-terrain vehicles.) From sand to snow, grass plains to muddy swamps, steep mountains to deep water crossings, Australia offers all of […]
As Aussies, road trips are pretty much in our blood. This wide brown land of ours calls loudly with the possibility of adventures, of wilderness. Our thousands of picturesque beaches offer enough new sands to fill a lifetime. And our network of generally well maintained highways mean that, for many of us, the thrill of […]
“Towing is very different from everyday driving – it requires additional driving skills and safety precautions.” This reminder, from the Queensland Government Department of Main Roads and Transport is relevant whether you’re a first time tower or you’ve been doing it for decades. Towing without the proper vehicle, towbar, and skills for the situation is […]
Towing is very different from everyday driving – it requires additional driving skills and safety precautions. As a driver, you have a legal responsibility to other road users and yourself when towing a trailer, caravan or another vehicle, to drive to suit the conditions. Also, the towing vehicle, trailer and its load must meet all […]