THE
TOWING
CODE
The Caravan Towing Code ...................................................... 2
Scope of the Code ................................................................. 2
Caravan Terms .......................................................................... 2
Weights .................................................................................. 2
Towing Vehicle Terms .............................................................. 3
Weights .................................................................................. 3
Measurement of Noseweight .................................................. 4
Type of Driving Licence Held ....................................................4
Glossary & Checklist ................................................................ 4
Preparing for the Road ............................................................ 7
Checklist ................................................................................ 7
Loading & Distribution ........................................................... 7
Stability .................................................................................. 8
Pre-tow Checklist ................................................................. 10
Moving Off ............................................................................... 15
Reversing ................................................................................ 15
Speed Limits ........................................................................... 15
Caravan Handling ................................................................... 15
Motorway Driving ................................................................... 16
Changing a Wheel .................................................................. 16
Jacking Points ........................................................................ 16
Stopping on a Hill ................................................................... 17
Arrival on Site ......................................................................... 17