Insurance Tips > RV/Travel Trailer Safe Driving
Preparation:
- Know the weight limitations of your vehicle. The weight listed on the title likely does not include add-ons or appliances.
- Overloading your RV in one area may cause a blowout.
- Understand the dimensions of your entire vehicle, including air conditioners and satellite dishes, to avoid branches, basketball hoops, and low-hanging wires.
- Practice towing your travel trailer or using your motor home to tow another item.
- Adjust mirrors and double-check all towing connections before departure.
- Secure all interior items before moving. Sudden stops can turn a harmless object into a projectile.
- Know the turning capabilities of the unit. Be sure you have enough room to maneuver the vehicle.
On the road:
- Never allow passengers to ride in a tow vehicle or travel trailer.
- Every passenger needs a seatbelt.
Keep these items with your RV:
- First-aid kit
- Water
- Blanket
- Portable radio
- Road flares and reflectors
- Cans of compressed air with sealant or 12-volt inflator
- Flashlight and batteries
- Matches
- Pre-paid phone card or cellular phone
- Jumper cables
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