There’s something about camping and caravanning that appeals to our sense of adventure and our love of the great outdoors. However, there are things you need to know before you can safely tow a camper or caravan anywhere. Hitching something to the back of your vehicle that can weigh several tonnes requires some extra driving skills and a new awareness of braking distances and height and width clearance.

With that in mind, here are some of our safe driving tips for towing campers and caravans.

Summer in Australia is the perfect time to go caravanning while the weather is fine and sunny, and outdoor living is easy. The warmer months are also the time many are on holidays, including school children, and you’re likely to encounter more people wherever you go and higher prices for everything. When you’re ready to set off on a summer holiday adventure with your caravan, here are some tips to help you make the most of your time away.

Australia has great weather, which is just one of many reasons why caravanning is so popular, but that weather can turn nasty and make for hazardous driving conditions. Wet weather presents its own safety hazards for any vehicle on the road, but doubly so if you’re towing a caravan.

Always check weather conditions and, if possible, delay your trip if heavy rain and lashing winds are forecast. However, if you’re already on the road when the rain starts, here are some tips to keep you and your vehicle safe in the wet.