Caravan Towing Service Gympie

Check your vehicle owner’s manual for Gross Towing Weight Rating (GTWR) or Gross Combination Mass (GCM). Compare these with your caravan’s fully loaded weight (including gear, water, and gas)—never exceed vehicle limits.

Tongue weight is how much force the caravan exerts on the tow ball. Aim for 10–15% of the loaded caravan weight to maintain stability and minimise sway.

Yes. In most jurisdictions, caravans weighing more than 750 kg gross trailer mass (GTM) require electric brakes with a brake controller. Those over 2,000 kg must certainly have them for safe, controlled braking.

When your caravan extends beyond the vehicle’s sides, towing mirrors are required by law. They provide rear visibility, reduce blind spots, and help avoid fines.

Always inspect tyre pressure and condition, hitch and safety chain connections, electrics and lights, load security, and ensure that windows, doors, and gas bottles are locked and secured.

Use a weight-distribution hitch or sway-control system, maintain smooth acceleration and braking, distribute weight properly, and slow down for wind gusts or passing trucks.

No. It is illegal and unsafe for anyone to ride inside the caravan while it is in motion—caravans are designed as storage and sleeping spaces, not passenger compartments.

Typically, 50 mph on single carriageways and 60 mph on dual carriageways/motorways. Lower speeds are recommended for safety, especially in windy conditions.

Test all indicators, brake lights, side markers, and plate illumination before departure. Modern systems often offer in-car alerts for bulb failure.

Check tyre pressures before every trip when the tyres are cold. Touring tyres tend to lose pressure over time, and load affects the recommended level.

Choose based on your caravan’s mass: Class II-IV hitch categories suit most setups. Gooseneck or fifth-wheel hitches are typically used for heavy-duty towing, which is not required here.

Drive slow, turn opposite to the intended direction of caravan wheels, use a spotter if possible, and practice in open spaces before driving into crowded campsites.

Ensure brakes are serviced, the suspension is in good condition, bearings are greased, lights are functional, tyres are within the tread limits, and hitch mechanisms are lubricated and paired securely.

If the caravan GTM is under 750 kg and unbraked, you may not legally need a controller. However, using one is still safer and recommended.

You may face stiff fines (A$200–A$2,000 or higher), penalty points, and licence restrictions for issues like lack of lights, overweight loads, no towing mirrors, or having passengers inside the caravan.