Towing your trailer shouldn't put stress on your adventure. Not to mention you have one of the most advanced sway-eliminating hitches available with the ProPride 3P Hitch on your side! But the best gear in the world can never replace safe habits and rock-solid preparation. Whether on a cross-country road trip or quick weekend getaway, here are some key safety tips to keep in mind while behind the wheel.

We’re going to cover several of the most crucial towing safety tips to help you get the most out of your ProPride 3P Hitch while keeping your traveling adventures smooth, secure and totally incident-free.

Essential Towing Safety: Pre-Trip Check and Power Supply Planning

Before towing, thoroughly assess your truck and trailer. Develop a reliable DC to AC power supply plan for your needs. Enhance your towing experience with ProPride 3P hitches.

Before you ever turn the key in the ignition, spend a few minutes looking over your entire towing rig. First things first: make sure that your ProPride 3P Hitch is secure and adjusted as set forth in the product’s manual. On the tow vehicle, ensure the safety chains are crossed and connected and that the coupler is latched down securely. Then check the lights on your trailer, brake lights, turn signals and running lights. Functional lighting is not only for safety; it’s a legal necessity in most areas.

Tires are also massively important. Inspect for worn tread, cracks, bulges or other signs of dry rot. Ensure all tires, on both your vehicle and trailer, are inflated to the correct specifications. Underinflated tires are a leading cause of blowouts, which can negatively impact your hitch’s performance.

Weight Distribution Matters

The ProPride 3P Hitch is meant to manage sway, but is even more effective when the load in the trailer is balanced appropriately. For optimal towing, ensure that roughly 60% of your trailer's cargo weight is positioned in the front half. This helps prevent the tongue weight from going in and out and the trailer from wagging. Secure everything down. This sway can be dangerous, and can actually lead to an out-of-control trailer even when being towed with a sway-eliminating hitch.

Stay Sharp on the Road

Once you’re on the road, remain watchful. Towing alters your vehicle's physics, especially once it comes time to brake or turn a corner. Allow for even more following distance between you and the car in front of you. The heavier the kit, the longer the distance needed to stop.

You should take corners wider than normal and signal well in advance of lane changes. Always make good use of your mirrors, and think about staying in the right lane unless passing especially in states where it is mandated by law for trailers.

Plan for the Unexpected

Even the best towing setups are susceptible to failure. Create a basic emergency kit including a flashlight, a spare tire and jack, reflective triangles, jumper cables, and a first-aid kit. Plan your travel route in advance and identify locations for potential roadside assistance.

Good Towing Habits Begin with Safety

While your ProPride 3P hitch offers significant strength, safety remains paramount and cannot be substituted by force alone. A little preparation and some of these essential tow tips in mind, and you’ll be ready to tow with confidence, mitigate risk and concentrate on what really matters, enjoying the journey ahead.