Copy And Paste Sample Social Media Posts

As an Official Trailer Safety Week Ally, we rely on you to help spread the word about Trailer Safety Week. We’ve created sample posts that you can copy and paste and use on your own social media profiles.

Posts featuring Trailer Safety Tips

Trailer Maintenance:

  • Understanding the many components that make up your #trailer is essential to ensure you are ready to tow safely. It's vital trailer users understand the importance of adequate brakes, properly inflated and rated tires, crossed safety chains, working lights, etc. to tow safely. #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety

  • Regular trailer maintenance is critical to ensuring the longevity of your trailer, as well as making sure you can tow it to your destination safely. Before towing, make sure your trailer and its many components are in safe working order. Worn or broken trailer parts can cause loss of control and injury may result. You must inspect, maintain, and service your trailer regularly to ensure safe and reliable operation. #TrailerMaintenance #TrailerSafetyWeek

  • Keep your trailer safe and sound! Regular maintenance is key to a smooth journey. Remember to inspect, maintain, and service your trailer to ensure safe towing. 💡 Recommended maintenance practices and a general maintenance schedule can be found here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/trailer-maintenance/#schedules.

  • 🚨 #TrailerSafetyTip 🛠️
    Keeping your trailer in top shape is essential for safe towing! Before you hit the road, always check that your trailer and all its components are in good working order. Remember, worn or damaged parts can lead to serious accidents.

    🔧 Regular maintenance isn't just recommended; it's a must to ensure your trailer lasts longer and stays reliable. If you're not sure how to properly maintain your trailer or if it has been involved in an incident, it's crucial to get a professional inspection.

    📚 Don't forget to consult your trailer’s owner’s manual and the component manufacturer’s manuals for specific maintenance guidelines. When in doubt, always follow the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid any discrepancies.

    Stay safe and make maintenance a priority to enjoy a worry-free journey! Check out our free maintenance guide today: https://buff.ly/3P0BBe2 🚗💨

Driving Tips:

  • Trailer sway can be an incredibly stressful scenario, even for seasoned tower operators. If you ever encounter this situation, keep this phrase in mind:

    ✅ Gas off
    ✅ Brake off
    ✅Steer straight
    ✅ And WAIT
    DO NOT attempt to control sway by turning the steering wheel as it will only make the issue worse. If you have a brake controller, gently apply only the trailer brakes. For more tips on safely driving with a trailer, visit https://buff.ly/3C7u45l

  • Safe and proper driving is a critical piece of trailer safety. Drivers should be focused and limit or eradicate distractions. #TrailerSafetyWeek #SafeTrailering #KeepOnHauling

  • Towing involves the interaction of several components: the driver, tow vehicle, and trailer. Each of these contributes to the towing experience and safety of the combination. The driver is responsible for selecting the right tow vehicle and trailer for the load, hitching the unit, loading, steering, speed, and braking. All components of the tow vehicle and trailer affect towing. #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety

  • Trailers are used every single day across the country. From construction trailers for roadway maintenance to concession trailers at your local fair, knowing how to trailer safely is key. 🔑

    📝 We've put together a list of things you should #KnowBeforeYouTow. 📝

    Visit: www.TrailerSafetyWeek.com/driving-tips

  • Adapting to towing a trailer can pose challenges, as it demands understanding the handling variances of your vehicle and the necessity for added caution during maneuvers. Be sure to allocate extra space and time when driving with a trailer to prioritize safety on the road.
    Allow Yourself More Time While You:
    ✅ Merge with the flow of traffic
    ✅ Prepare for braking
    ✅ Make a lane change
    ✅ Turn corners

  • When towing a trailer, make time to practice before driving on main roads, and never allow anyone to ride in or on the trailer. Before you leave, remember to check routes and restrictions on bridges and tunnels.

    ☑️ Utilize the Trailer Safety Week Pre-Departure Checklist before each time you tow to ensure you're practicing safe trailering. https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/driving-tips/#predeparture

Hitching:

  • There are various devices used to hitch a trailer to a tow vehicle. Understanding hitches and the proper hitch for the trailer and load is vital to ensuring a safe and smooth towing experience. After deciding the appropriate hitch system, properly hitching the trailer to the tow vehicle will help to ensure the combination remains attached, and should the coupler fail, correctly attached safety chains should be your next line of defense. #Hitching #TrailerSafetyWeek

  • Terms to know while selecting the best hitch for your trailer and tow vehicle:

    • Hitches and Receivers- Refer to the device attached to the tow vehicle which adapts it to pull a trailer.

    • Ball Mount- A ball-shaped attachment that connects the tow vehicle hitch/receiver and the trailer’s coupler.

    • Trailer Coupler- Device attached to the trailer tongue that connects to the ball mount.

    • Tongue- The arm that extends from the front of the trailer that includes the coupler.

  • Did you know that safety chains are your first line of defense if the trailer detaches? An important step in the hitching process is properly setting up safety chains.

    Follow these 3 MUSTS the next time you're preparing to tow:
    ❌ Cross safety chains underneath the coupler.
    ⚠️ Allow slack for the trailer to turn.
    ⛓️ Attach chain hooks securely to the tow vehicle frame.

    #TrailerTip #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety #TrailerIndustry #KeepOnHauling #SafetyChains

  • As we celebrate Trailer Safety Week, it’s crucial to address a common issue plaguing our roadways: hitch misuse. While it's tempting to opt for a heavy-duty hitch for towing purposes, many overlook the importance of matching the hitch capacity to the tow vehicle's specifications. This oversight can lead to serious safety hazards on the road. Let's discuss the significance of proper hitching practices and how we can prevent mishaps in towing. https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/blog/hitch-mishaps

  • Ready to take on the roads with confidence? 🚛💡 Follow this step-by-step guide by our TSW partner, CURT Manufacturing, to ensure your trailer hitching is nothing short of secure and reliable. Because when it comes to towing, safety isn’t an option, it’s a necessity.

    From inspecting your hitch components to double-checking your brake lights, each step is a crucial piece to a safer journey. Let's honor Trailer Safety Week not just with words but with proactive measures that keep us and others safe as we embark on the road.

    For more hitching tips, visit www.TrailerSafetyWeek.com

  • The three most common types of hitches are:

    👉 Weight-carrying hitch: Weight-carrying hitches are designed to carry all of the trailer’s tongue weight.

    👉 Weight-distributing \(or load equalizer\) hitch: Weight-distributing hitches are used with a receiver hitch and special parts that distribute the tongue weight among all tow vehicle and trailer axles.

    👉 Fifth-wheel hitch and gooseneck: These hitches are designed to mount the trailer connection in the middle of the truck bed.

    When buying a hitch, use the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations based on the trailer type and gross vehicle weight rating. Learn more about hitching here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/hitching/

  • The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) has designated four weight classes for trailer hitches which can be helpful in determining if you have the right hitch for your intended load.

    1️⃣ Hitch Class 1 - Capacity of up to 2K lbs. gross trailer weight and 200 lbs. tongue weight.
    2️⃣ Hitch Class 2 - Weight carrying rating of up to 3.5K lbs. gross trailer weight and 300/350 lbs. tongue weight.
    3️⃣ Hitch Class 3 - Weight carrying rating of up to 5K lbs. gross trailer weight and 500 lbs. tongue weight.
    4️⃣ Hitch Class 4 - Weight carrying rating of up to 10K lbs. gross trailer weight and 1K-1.2K lbs. tongue weight.

    No matter which type of hitch system is used, the hitch needs to have a strength rating equal to or greater than the GVWR of your trailer. Learn more about hitching here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/hitching/

Loading:

  • Fact: a properly loaded trailer is easier to control. The most common reason for losing control of your trailer is improper loading. Learn more here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/loading. #TrailerSafetyWeek #KeepOnHauling

  • Remember, the first step in loading should be to read your trailer owner's manual and follow its instructions. #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety #KeepOnHauling

  • Proper weight distribution on both the tow vehicle and the trailer (and its component parts) is essential to properly loading a trailer. Improper loading can lead to additional stress on the tow vehicle and/or trailer, leading to excessive sway or loss of control.

    Balancing your load weight from side to side is equally important to achieve proper weight distribution. Tongue weight can be underloaded if the weight is not distributed properly from front to back - be sure to check your trailer owner's manual as the manufacturer sets the appropriate tongue weight. An insufficient hitch load can lead to dangerous trailer sway.

    ⚖️As a general rule, to achieve proper tongue weight place approximately 60% of the load forward of the axle and 40% behind the axle.⚖️

  • 🚗 Properly loading and distributing cargo in your tow vehicle and trailer is crucial for safe and smooth travels! Here are some tips to improve control:
    ✅ Balance weight from side to side
    ✅ Distribute cargo evenly along the trailer's length or heavier in the front
    ✅ Secure items to prevent shifting
    ✅ Adjust tow vehicle/trailer interface height
    ✅ Consider load-leveling hitch bars if needed

    Remember, your trailer and tow vehicle should be level or slightly depressed at the hitch during travel. Check your manuals for specific guidelines! 🛣️

The Right Tow Vehicle & Trailer Combination:

  • Towing a trailer will impact how any vehicle drives. The larger the towed object in comparison to the tow vehicle, the greater the performance impact will be. Thus, knowing what your tow vehicle is capable of towing is just as important as selecting the right trailer. 🚗 Learn more here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/towvehicle. #TrailerSafetyWeek #TowVehicle #KeepOnHauling

  • Vehicle manufacturers provide a “tow rating” in their owner’s manuals which provides the maximum weight the tow vehicle can tow when fully loaded. The GVWR of the trailer should never exceed the tow rating of the tow vehicle, even if the trailer is not loaded to its maximum capacity. #TowRating #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety

  • 🚗 Essential Tips for Towing Success 🚗

    Remember, choosing the right tow vehicle and equipment is key to safe towing. Consult your vehicle and trailer manuals to ensure compatibility before hitting the road. Check out these tips for a smooth towing experience: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/blog/choosing-the-right-tow-vehicle

  • In the market for a trailer this summer? ☀️ When considering what kind of trailer to buy, ensure you are buying the right trailer for its intended purpose. Trailers not only vary based on connection, i.e. gooseneck or bumper pull, but also for their intended purpose. Talk to your dealer not only about your vehicle’s towing capacity but also the intended use of your trailer to ensure you have the right equipment for the job. Learn more about selecting the right tow vehicle and trailer combination here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/blog/choosing-the-right-tow-vehicle

  • Review your tow vehicle owner’s manual for specifics on its tow rating, Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR), and review your trailer owner’s manual and VIN tag to confirm the GVWR for your trailer. Do not use a tow vehicle with a max tow rating of less than the GVWR of your trailer.

    🚘 Already have a tow vehicle? 🚘 Be sure to look up the tow rating, maximum loaded weight, and the maximum tongue weight that the vehicle is capable of safely towing.

    Towing Rating Information Can Be Found Here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/towvehicle/#rating

Trailer Components:

  • Understanding the many components that make up your trailer is important to ensure you are ready to tow safely. It is essential to understand the importance of adequate brakes, properly inflated and rated tires, crossed safety chains, and working lights in order to tow safely. 🚨⛓️ Learn more about the many components that make up trailers here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/trailer-components. #TrailerParts #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety #KeepOnHauling

  • 🔍 Trailer Tip: The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is like a trailer's fingerprint, revealing key info like model year and origin. Make sure your VIN label is visible on the left side of your trailer! If it's missing, don't worry - there might be a hidden VIN somewhere. Contact the manufacturer or your DMV for help tracking it down.

Cargo Securement:

  • Improperly secured cargo can cause weight redistribution that could cause trailer sway or additional stress on the trailer and tow vehicle as well as the possibility of losing cargo on the roadway, creating a danger for other drivers. ⚠️ Learn more about cargo securement here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/cargo-securement. ⚠️

  • When thinking about cargo securement, it’s important to remember that you are securing the load for sudden stops and trailer sway, not just for normal driving conditions. #CargoSecurement #TrailerSafetyWeek #TrailerSafety #KeepOnHauling

  • Federal regulation governs cargo securement for various commodities and for commercial towing. While these regulations apply to a specific towing audience, these practices might still be advisable in non-commercial settings. 💡 Learn more about cargo securement regulations here: https://buff.ly/43J5QtW

Compliance Verification Program:

  • NATM has made it easier for consumers, dealers, and manufacturers to ensure compliance with safety standards through its Compliance Verification Program (CVP). NATM compiles Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and industry best practices concerning trailer construction and uses those standards to verify compliance at member facilities on a biennial basis. #TrailerSafetyWeek #CVP #TrailerSafety

  • What does it mean to be #VerifiedCompliant? 

    ✅ Passed NATM's mandatory CVP program

    ✅ Proved to have the practices in place to build trailers to meet federal regulations 

    ✅ Committed to trailer safety and industry best practices

  • Not all trailers are created equally, and by joining NATM and proudly displaying the red, white, and blue NATM decal on our trailers, [Company Name] is showing consumers our trailers meet a higher safety standard.  #VerifiedCompliant #TrailerSafetyWeek

  • The #NATMDecal provides the public some level of assurance that trailers carrying the Decal have been built by a manufacturer in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and recommended best practices. 🤝


    💻 Learn more at NATM.com/Decal. #FMVSS#Trailering#trailerdealers#CVP#compliance

  • Did you know not all trailers are verified for compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards? 🤯 NATM has made it easier for consumers, dealers, and manufacturers to ensure compliance with these safety standards through its Compliance Verification Program (CVP).

    Trailers built by manufacturers who have successfully completed the CVP process have affixed to their frames the NATM compliance decal – an outward sign of safety. When looking to purchase a new trailer, look for the mark!

    #TrailerSafetyWeek #NATMDecal

  • Buying a trailer? As a consumer, it is nearly impossible to fully understand the hundreds of safety-related regulations that trailer manufacturers are required by law to comply with - including lights, trailer capacities, brakes, and much more.

    NATM has made it easier for consumers by creating the NATM Decal. Trailers featuring this decal are built by manufacturers who have verified compliance through the NATM Compliance Verification Program.

    More about the CVP:

    👉 NATM has compiled the applicable federal regulations and industry best practices and every two years, NATM Compliance Consultants visit member facilities to ensure they have the manufacturing processes in place to build trailers in accordance with these standards.

    👉 Participation in this program is MANDATORY for all NATM trailer manufacturing members and only NATM members who have successfully completed the Compliance Verification Program are allowed to place NATM Decals on their trailers.

    👉 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Cautions Buyers that Trailers Must Meet Federal Safety Regulations. Find compliant Trailer Manufacturers Near You! Next time you're shopping for a trailer, make sure you ask your #trailerdealer for a NATM Compliant trailer manufacturer.

  • Safe trailering starts in the manufacturing stage - something our NATM Trailer Manufacturing Members are well aware of. Trailers affixed with the #NATMDecal were created by NATM Members who successfully completed our Compliance Verification Program. The NATM Decal provides the public some level of assurance that trailers carrying the NATM Decal have been built by a manufacturer in compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and recommended best practices. 🤝

General Awareness

Educate your audience about the importance of trailer safety.

  • Taking your boat to the lake, your lawnmower to your in-laws, your RV to the campground? Is it time to move your kids home from school? Towing safety starts with making sure you have the right vehicle-trailer combination. Find out more about this and other safer trailering practices at www.trailersafetyweek.com.  

  • After a long winter filled with ice and snow, it’s time to celebrate warm weather and sunshine. Hitch up your trailer and hit the road to enjoy the great outdoors. But first, make sure your trailer is road-ready by visiting http://www.trailersafetyweek.com

  • Trailers are used every single day across the country. From construction trailers for roadway maintenance to concession trailers at your local fair, knowing how to trailer safely is key. Find out more at www.TrailerSafetyWeek.com

  • Why do we need a #TrailerSafetyWeek? No matter how safely a trailer is built, it can still be used in incredibly unsafe ways. Learn more about trailer safety here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com.

  • From driving tips to properly pairing your tow vehicle and trailer, #TrailerSafetyWeek has got you covered. Check out these topics and more at https://www.trailersafetyweek.com.

  • With more than 1,025,000 new trailers registered in 2023 and even more traversing the nation’s roadways, it’s imperative to educate consumers on trailer safety. https://www.trailersafetyweek.com.

  • The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) has made it easier for consumers, dealers, and manufacturers to ensure compliance with safety standards through its Compliance Verification Program https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/compliance-verification-program.

Let your audience know just how excited your company is to be a part of this national safety campaign.

Posts featuring your company

For Trailer Manufacturers:

  • [NATM Member Company] is proud to be a member of NATM, regularly verifying our compliance with federal regulations. But from June 1-7, we’re proud to support #TrailerSafetyWeek in an effort to reach end-users about -towing safety.  

  • [NATM Member Company] is proud to be committed to building trailers that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. By completing NATM’s Compliance Verification Program, our customers can be assured that they’re buying a trailer built with safety in mind. Learn more here: https://www.natm.com/cvp.html    

  • Not all trailers are created equally, and by joining NATM and proudly displaying the red, white, and blue NATM decal on our trailers, [NATM Member Company] is showing consumers our trailers meet a higher standard of safety.

  • At [Insert Company Name] we take pride in creating safe, reliable products for end-users. That’s why we’re proud to support #TrailerSafetyWeek, a national safety campaign aimed at educating end-users on how to practice safe trailering best.

  • [Insert Company Name] is proud to be an ally for national #TrailerSafetyWeek. For us, trailer safety is our priority all year round, but as warm weather brings more trailers out, it’s important to remember a few essential safety tips. You can find towing safety information here: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/towing-safely

 

For Suppliers/Service Providers:

  • [Supplier Company] is proud to be a #TrailerSafetyWeek Ally. As a supplier of (product/service) to trailer manufacturers, we’re excited to help close the gap of communication between manufacturers and end-users to make our nation’s roadways safer. Find out more at http://www.trailersafetyweek.com.

  • With over 1,025,000 trailers registered in the U.S. in 2023, [Supplier Company] is proud to supply (product/service) to the trailer industry. #TrailerSafetyWeek

  • [Supplier Company] firmly believes that trailer safety is traffic safety. That’s why we’ve joined the #TrailerSafetyWeek movement to help educate end-users on safe trailering. Find out more at http://www.trailersafetyweek.com.

For Trailer Dealers:        

  • [Dealership] is excited to announce that we are an official #TrailerSafetyWeek Ally. This affiliation shows our commitment to providing customers with safety resources for safe towing. Learn more at: https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/

  • At [Dealership], safety is our top priority. That’s why we’re happy to share the official #TrailerSafetyWeek Towing Safely Guide with our customers. https://www.trailersafetyweek.com/towing-safely

  • [Dealership] is proud to be an official NATM Dealer Affiliate. As a dealer committed to safety, we’re excited to help close the gap of communication between trailer manufacturers and end-users to make our nation’s roadways safer. #TrailerSafetyWeek

  • Here at [Dealership], we believe every customer deserves a safe product. That’s why we joined the #TrailerSafetyWeek movement to bring more awareness to safe trailering.

  • Hitch systems, towing packages, tongue weight, and driving permits—there’s much more to know about towing a trailer than just hitching up and taking off down the road. #TrailerSafetyWeek was created to equip trailer industry stakeholders with safety information they can pass on to their consumers to make roadways safer one trailer at a time.

#TrailerSafetyWeek