Monthly Archives: June 2021

DVSA Campaign – Whatever you’re towing, make it SAFE

BARTA are pleased to support the National Towing Working Group DVSA campaign in helping you stay safe on our roads. Got a spare 15 minutes this weekend? If haven’t towed for a while, it’s a good idea to check everything on your horsebox, caravan or trailer is still in workingorder by asking yourself these questions: S – has it been Serviced recently? A – have you got enough Air in your tyres? Check pressure, tread depth and condition.F – have you Fitted the breakaway cable or safety chain and checked electrical connections and cables?E – what are your lights looking like, have you Examined them properly? Check load and weight limit, mirrors and do the jockey wheel test before you travel. Find out more at: www.gov.uk/guidance/tow-a-trailer-with-a-car-safety-checks Go to the National Trailer & Towing Association website to see where you can … Continue reading

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