The legal requirements for caravan trailer breakaway kits are the same for all states and territories. NSW requirements for remote battery condition monitoring have changed, and...
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Pintle Hooks and Certified Testing
Pintle Hooks and Testing Certificates Pintle hooks and all towing couplings over 3500kg must be Dynamic Cyclic tested over 2,000,000 cycles, be certified to ADR62 and comply with...
Dee Shackles and Safety Chains
Shackles and Safety Chains There can be a lot of misleading information when towing a caravan or trailer safely. One of the key components of safe towing is to ensure safety...
Component Type Approval for Trailer and Caravan Parts
The Australian Government has introduced a new certification process applicable to manufacturers within the trailer and caravan industry, mirroring the framework used by the NHVR...
New Caravans and Weighbridge Certificates
New Caravan and its Weighbridge Certificate Buying a new caravan should be a breeze, but there can be hidden pitfalls that you need to check first. I hear complaints from caravan...
ADR and Towing Regulation Material in Australia
As a trailer owner or manufacturer, it's important that you adhere to the required safety standards and regulations in Australia. The Australian Design Rules (ADR) are a set of...
Legal Stamp Requirements for Tow Balls
The stamping of tow balls is a legal requirement in accordance with the Australian Standard AS4771.2. This standard sets forth the minimum safety criteria applicable to tow balls...
Safety Chain and Tow Hooks: An Engineering Perspective
Are Hooks Legal for Towing a Caravan? Short Answer: Using a tow hook to connect your safety chain is not marked as legal. Tow hooks are sometimes referred to as sling hooks, hook...