One of the most common causes of trailer accidents is trailer sway. It occurs when a trailer moves violently on the roadway. Even a minor trailer accident can cause serious damage to your vehicle and even life-threatening injuries.

This article will provide you with proven and practical tow truck tips  for reducing trailer sway.

What causes a trailer to sway?

A trailer towing a hitch behind the rear axle can cause swaying while you drive. There are many reasons a trailer could sway.

Here are some reasons why trailers can sway on the roads:

Strong side winds

Strong winds from the sides can cause damage to any vehicle. This can be even more dangerous if there is a large trailer attached. The result can be a vehicle that swings back and forth. Because of their high profile, trailers, especially travel trailers are more vulnerable to side winds than other vehicles. Strong gusts of wind can cause your trailer to rock if you are passing large vehicles.

Strong side winds can be unavoidable so it is important to prepare your trailer properly.

Inadequate trailer and tongue weight

Excessive weight can cause trailer sway. Overloading your trailer's rear axle can cause the vehicle to have difficulty pulling the load. Too much tongue weight can cause back pain. This is necessary to balance the trailer load.

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High-speed driving

High-speed driving is one of the major reasons that trailers swing. A trailer that is driven too fast can become unstable, which could lead to fatal consequences. A trailer towing with a hitch may sway while you drive down the road. Fishtailing is avoided by driving safely.