Trailer Safety Week News
Congressman Yakym Introduces Resolution in Support of “National Trailer Safety Week”
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congressman Rudy Yakym (IN-02) introduced H. RES. 467, a resolution expressing support for the designation of June 4-10, 2023 as “National Trailer Safety Week” in the United States. Representatives John Garamendi (D-CA) and Tim Burchett (R-TN) joined Yakym in introducing the resolution.
Raising awareness of safe towing practices during National Trailer Safety Week
National Trailer Safety Week runs June 5-11. The mission of the campaign is to improve the safety of the nation’s roadways by raising trailer safety awareness through the education of end-users, dealers, and manufacturers on safe trailering practices and close communication gaps to make towing safer.
Trailer Safety Week: What is it and Why is Pre-Trip Trailer Inspection important?
While many drivers are vastly under-educated on the proper use of trailers, safe trailering practices save lives, and with millions of trailers—used by businesses, local governments, and individuals—traversing the nation’s roadways every day, it is crucial to ensure that trailers are being towed safely for the sake of everyone on the roads.
NATM recognizes Trailer Safety Week Champions
Trailer Safety Week, set for June 4-10 this year, is an annual nationwide awareness campaign launched by NATM aimed at increasing awareness of the importance of trailer safety, educating end-users about proper trailer maintenance and usage, and creating a stronger alliance between stakeholders of the industry, including trailer dealers, manufacturers, and end-users. Last year alone, TSW reached hundreds of thousands of individuals.
Trailer Safety Week Reminds Drivers to Be Careful When Pulling Trailers
It’s Trailer Safety Week and the Michigan Department of Transportation wants motorists to be aware of the safety concerns when drivers are pulling a trailer on roadways. As thousands of motorists pull trailers packed with lawn equipment, off-road vehicles, kayaks, and more, it’s important to get it right every time.
5 of the Most Common Trailer Safety Concerns
Trailers are very useful tools that can make our work much easier, but they can also be very dangerous if not used correctly. In honor of Trailer Safety Week, let’s consider some of the most common safety concerns when using a trailer. Paying attention to these 5 things will make your trailering experience safer and more effective.
Safe In 60: Trailer Safety Week
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – It’s that time of year when we see more vehicles pulling trailers, boats on the road. June 7-13th is Trailer Safety Week, and we will share some things that will help keep that trip safe for you and your family.
Pulling a trailer requires a whole new set of skills. Just hitching and unhitching requires crucial steps, and forgetting one can compromise safety.
It's National Trailer Safety Week! Here's what you need to know
A nationwide safety campaign to make the roads safer for you: It is National Trailer Safety Week.
A local trailer company is teaming up with the state police to make sure that all those RVs, trailers and boats are traveling safely.
The do's and don'ts of driving with a trailer
Whether you're taking a road trip or taking the family camping, driving with a trailer can be a challenge. According to eTrailer.com, when you add a trailer to your vehicle, the overall handling and rules of driving dramatically change. Using your hitch to tow your favorite travel trailer means you should give yourself more time to slow down and turn corners. It's important that drivers of all experience use trailer brakes to decrease speed evenly with the added weight that's being towed.