There will come a time in your life when all your hard work will pay off and earn you the means to tour across the country with a trailer, camper, boat, or jet ski you've always wanted to have at your family getaways. When the time comes that you need to use your own vehicle to tow a vehicle or trailer from one place to another, you'll want to know how to tow safely, what the laws and regulations are to keep you out of trouble, and what the best way to tow is. Though you may want the best and biggest camper or caravan, boat or trailer, there are many safety requirements you'll have to consider and many different laws and regulations that vary from state to state to take into account before making a purchase.
What Is The Law When Towing a Trailer?
In the USA, the laws and regulations around towing are complicated and vary depending on which state you're in. There are several rules that you can follow, however, that are standard in every state. So, if you are towing a trailer behind your vehicle, make sure the following is in place:
- License Plate Light: The vehicle or trailer you're towing is fitted with an illuminated license plate. Driving without a license plate on the trailer could result in you receiving some hefty federal fines.
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