Turn while towing:
Did you know that making an improper turn is one of the leading causes of traffic crashes across America? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports 2018 was the third-deadliest decade on American roads:
- 36,560 people died in motor vehicle crashes
- Vehicle occupants accounted for 66 percent of traffic deaths
- Driving behaviors including making improper turns is one of the causes of fatal crashes
How To Turn While Towing
1. Left Turns (Multi-lane left turn/Vehicle-left side of the lane)
- Merge vehicle over to the right lane
- Conduct a left turn
Caution:
- Always confirm there is no vehicle in the right lane
- It’s best to turn left from the right turn lane (if multiple left-turn lanes available)
- Ensure the use of turn signals when making turns
- Routinely check mirrors
2. Right Turns (Multi-lane/Vehicle-right side of the lane)
- Stay tight to right curb
- Conduct a right turn
Caution:
- Never extend vehicle to the left lane when making turn
- Use turn signals to indicate driving intentions
- Block the right lane with trailer to prevent someone from attempting to get around you on the right
- Observe other drivers
Towing Tips And Tricks
1. Plot Out The Turn
Before making a turn, plan and visualize ahead of the maneuver.
2. Wider Turns
Cut a sharper corner than your vehicle to maximize chances of clearing the corner safely.
3. Mirrors
Constantly check mirrors to be aware of surroundings.
4. Practice
As the saying goes, practice makes perfect. Practice turning trailers from small-sized to large-sized trailers.
5. Know Thy Size
The size of the trailer matters most. Understand the trailers details and dimensions.
6. Consult the Experts
Experiencing trouble with driving while towing a large trailer? Call the towing professionals. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Extra Tips:
- Before conducting turns, wait a few seconds for traffic to clear
- When making wider turns, check for objects like mailboxes, street signs, other vehicles, and people
- Properly adjust mirrors to safely approximate trailer dimensions and wheels
- Always check mirrors
- Block the lane
- Use turn signals
- Always be patient
Cape Coral, Florida’s Leader in Fast and Reliable Towing Services
In order to avoid vehicle crashes, it is important to understand proper turning techniques while towing. Learn from Cape Coral Towing and Recovery, Inc., Florida’s quick and trusted towing service experts.
Since 1993, Cape Coral Towing and Recovery, Inc. has provided high-quality and affordable towing services to Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Estero, Bonita Springs and the surrounding Southwest Florida areas.
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To discover more about towing while turning, call Cape Coral Towing and Recovery
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