A Guide to Towing Your Enclosed Trailer

If you are searching for ways to haul your cargo trailer safely on the road, this guide is for you. We at Mountain West Trailers know that it takes a lot of effort to keep your journeys safe and deliver on your projects timely. Our experts have gathered a few strategies to help you haul your model efficiently.

Read on to learn more about towing an enclosed trailer, and if you have more questions, visit our dealership for a friendly chat with our team.

Perform Pre-Ride Inspection

The first strategy to follow when towing an enclosed trailer is to ensure that your trailer and towing vehicle are both ready for the trip. Examine your tires, adjust the air pressure to your manufacturer’s recommendation, and check your braking system for responsiveness.

Secure Cargo

Now it’s time to load up your cargo trailer, securing each item to prevent it from shifting during transit. Although you can rest assured knowing that your belongings won’t get tossed onto the road, they can still get damaged. If the cargo moves inside your trailer, it can scratch and dent your model, needing you to seek costly repairs. To skip the hassle and focus on the road, use ratchet straps to secure your items suitably.

Be Mindful of Trailer Sway

We often recommend that our customers be mindful of trailer sway when hauling their enclosed trailer. High wind conditions can affect your towing setup’s performance and put your safety at risk. So, pay attention to the weather conditions in your area and lower your speed five to ten miles below the posted speed limit. If bad weather prevails, you will want to pull over and wait it out.

Now that you are more familiar with the safety strategies to follow when hauling a cargo trailer, you are ready to hit the road. If you need more advice or want to upgrade your equipment to the latest model, visit Mountain West Trailers. We are in Heber City, UT, and we proudly serve those from Salt Lake City and Provo—so stop by today.