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With the Easter long weekend creeping up quickly, it’s the perfect time to make sure your 12V setup is as ready for an Easter getaway as you are. There are a few quick things you should check before you hit the road to make sure you don’t run into any troubles while you’re trying to relax. 

Caravan sway is one of the most common causes of caravan accidents, with drivers often losing total control of their rig. Thankfully, there are ways to avoid and diminish the effects of the dreaded caravan sway. Let’s dive into how to stop caravan sway to ensure your journey is smooth, safe and stress-free.  

Choosing the right tow vehicle depends a lot on where you want to tow and what you want to tow. Let’s take a look at the considerations that are essential when selecting a tow vehicle to pull a caravan or camper trailer on or off the road.

The Tow-Pro Elite is a device that controls the electric brake system on caravans, campers and trailers. When you want to tow a caravan, camper or trailer across any terrain, whether on or offroad and have the ability to tailor your vehicle’s braking response to suit the conditions, Tow-Pro Elite is the answer. 

REDARC Electronics is expanding the capabilities of its Tow-Pro Link electric brake controller with the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. This new feature brings Tow-Pro Link functionality directly onto a vehicle’s in-built display, delivering a familiar, OEM-style interface for safer and more intuitive towing control.

Are you gearing up for an adventure that involves towing a trailer? Whether you're hauling a camper, a boat, or any other load, safety should be your top priority. As a trusted name in the automotive industry, REDARC understands the importance of ensuring a safe and smooth towing experience.

For trips longer than a single night, or 4WDing during the warmer months, a dual battery setup for a fridge is key to keeping food fresh. With an auxiliary battery, you can keep the fridge on (and beer cold) without discharging your starter battery.

ABS and EBS systems help you to drive and tow more safely. ABS was first developed for aircraft, before becoming popular in the Mercedes-Benz luxury vehicles in the 1970s. EBS is a braking system that supports safe towing using electronic communication to adjust the braking pressure appropriately across the wheels.

A swaying trailer can be terrifying, not only for the driver but for the other vehicles on the road. There are a few things you should know when towing your first caravan or trailer to avoid sway happening in the first place, what you can do in the moment to stop trailer sway, as well as gear, such as electric brake controllers, you can add to your set-up to help prevent trailer sway from happening.

Depending on what type of trailer you plan to connect to your vehicle, you will often need an auxiliary battery and a trailer battery charger. A trailer battery charger is essential for keeping your auxiliary battery charged and ready to power your equipment.

There are many things to consider when towing and while knowing the weights of your caravan may seem unimportant it's critical for remaining safe and legal on the road.

Before you hit the road, we've put together a comprehensive list of everything you need to know about towing.