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The importance of caravan weight
In order to tow your caravan safely you must understand the weight of your caravan and the implications this could have on how it handles. Towing a heavy caravan along meandering roads or in windy conditions can be tricky but understanding the weight of your caravan may help you to adjust your driving style accordingly.
Knowing the weight of your caravan will also help you to understand the ongoing cost of keeping your caravan. For example, if you drive for long periods of time with a heavily laden caravan you may find that the tyres on both your car and caravan diminish faster than they normally would and your fuel economy might also be reduced when towing a heavy caravan.