A Stepwise Guide to Safely Loading Your Car Trailer

An improperly loaded car hauler can be dangerous on the road, and this can also cause damage to the vehicle you are hauling. As a new owner, you will benefit from familiarizing yourself with a few handy tips to load your car trailer. Our experts have created this step-by-step guide to load your equipment safely so you can transport your vehicles conveniently.

1. Position Your Car Trailer

The first step is to position your car trailer in the loading area with the ramp facing the ground. Make sure the surface is flat and not uneven. Next, you want to chock the wheels to prevent them from moving during loading.

2. Drive the Vehicle onto Your Car Trailer

Now it is time to drive the vehicle onto your car trailer. When doing it, drive up the ramp slowly and into the trailer. Once your car is in position, set the parking brake and place it in neutral. This will ensure your vehicle won’t move during transit.

3. Secure the Vehicle

The final step is to secure your car with the car trailer using ratchet straps or chains. Make sure that you attach one end of the strap to an anchor point on the front of the vehicle and the other end to a point on the front of your car trailer. Repeat this process for the rear of your vehicle and ensure your hauling set-up is ready for the road.

Loading a car hauler may seem like a daunting task at first. However, if you follow these steps, you should be able to do it quickly and safely. If you have more questions or want to upgrade your car hauler to the latest model, visit Connecticut Trailers. Our dealership is in Bolton, CT, but we proudly serve Hartford County, CT, and Springfield, MA.