Here now, the ultimate book on towing for novices and experts, caravaners, horse float towers, anyone with any trailer!
On this page:
- Videos referenced in the book – you probably clicked the QR code to get here
- Supplementary videos – extras you might find useful
- Errata – clarifications, additions, error corrections
- Media – promo text if you want to resell
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Here’s the cover and table of contents:
Videos referenced in the book
| Chapter / Page | Chapter Title | Link to video/web page |
| 4 / 24 | Towing Weights Explained | The 8 towing weights |
| 4 / 32 | Mobile Weigh Operators | How to get the best from one |
| 5 / 36 | Weight distribution | Trailer stability demonstrated |
| 5 / 40 | Weight distribution | Front axle weights |
| 5 / 43 | Weight distribution | Rear axle weight trap |
| 5 / 47 | Weight distribution | Saving weight when camping |
| 6 / 55 | Trailer brakes | Buyer’s guide for brake controllers |
| 7 / 58 | Caravan crash analysis | Mark & Shirley |
| 7 / 63 | Trailer sway | Trailer sway electronic systems |
| 7 / 63 | Trailer sway | Caravan crash analysis |
| 8 / 68 | Effect of hitch height | Dangerous tow analysis |
| 10 / 77 | Preparing car and trailer | Safety chain connectors |
| 11 / 82 | General driving techniques | Brake controllers |
| 13 / 99 | Backing a trailer | Teach yourself how to reverse |
| 14 / 107 | Cruising | Crash analysis with cruise |
| 15 / 114 | Dirt road towing | AWD, FWD, RWD |
| 16 / 118 | Offroad towing | How to tow offroad |
| 16 / 121 | Offroad towing | Mud tyres on trailers |
| 16 / 130 | Offroad towing | Beach exit video |
| 16 / 131 | Offroad towing | Caravan bogged on a dune |
| 19 / 144 | Towing with different cars | EV/diesel tow test |
| 19 / 144 | Towing with different cars | F-150 EV tow test |
| 19 / 145 | Towing with different cars | AWD, FWD, RWD |
| 20 / 152 | Different types of trailer | Dangerous tow analysis |
| 21 / 159 | Towing and people | Safety chain connectors |
| 25 / 179 | Trailer accessories | Tyre plug repairs |
| 26 / 185 | Maintenance | Tyre age |
| Appendices | Yellow hooks | |
| Queensland TMR interview |
Supplementary towing videos
Not specifically referenced in the book, but related:
| Can you legally fit tyres that are not specified on your vehicle placard? | Fitting non-standard tyres |
| Ford’s two types of stability control on new Ranger and Everest (RA, 2022+) | Ford Trailer Stability Control |
| Detailed look at Bruder’s air suspension systems and other tech | Bruder tech deep dive |
| How I got my caravan bogged and how I recovered | Bogged van recovery |
| General explanation of how towing works | Towing dynamics explained |
| What effect does hitch height have on TBM? | Effect of hitch height on TBM |
| Is a ute or wagon best for you? | Choosing ute or wagon |
| Does a GVM upgrade help you tow? Does it ‘increase’ what you can tow? | GVM upgrades help tow? |
| Assessing ‘Unsuitable For Caravans’ signs – a guide |
Errata
Clarifications, additions, and error corrections:
| Chapter / page | Notes |
| None as yet! |
Media
Promo text:
The Towing Glovebox Guide
This easy-to-follow towing reference covers the essential driving and setup techniques that all trailer drivers need to know, novice or expert. With a rugged cover and spiral binding, the guide is small enough to pop into the glovebox of any vehicle, but comprehensive enough to cover all the towing essentials, including safety and efficiency, trailer dynamics, different trailer, vehicles and terrains, along with practical tips from real-world experience.
