The most common (and dangerous) caravanning mistake?


Hey Reader

Packing for a trip is exciting, but it's easy to make one of the most common and potentially dangerous mistakes in caravanning: accidentally overloading your rig.

When we first packed our van getting ready for our 12 month trip, we did so many calculations to make sure our weights were well under.

But the homeschool stuff? Heavy!!!

There is always something sneaky that weighs way more than you expect, and the results can be an overweight, out-of-balance, non-insurable rig.

This is a challenge every caravan owner faces, and it's why we're so excited to point you to an incredibly useful tool we think you'll love – a free and visual Caravan Weight Calculator.

Created by us, this tool lets you enter your vehicle and caravan details, then add all your gear to see exactly how your weights stack up. It’s the easiest way to get a clear picture of your:

  • Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM)
  • Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM)
  • Gross Combination Mass (GCM)
  • Tow Ball Mass (TBM)

Knowing your numbers is the key to towing safely and legally. Before you head off on your next adventure, take a few minutes to check your setup, so you can tow safely.

Click here: Caravan Weight Calculator

Cheers,

Margie and Tim

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