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Overloading your trailer axles can cause several issues when towing, and it is important to ensure that both you and those using trailers in your fleet are aware of the issues and how to avoid them.   What causes my trailer axles to be overloaded?  One of the main causes of axles being overloaded is incorrect […]

Did you know? Towing a trailer can help limit your environmental impact! But how? Investing in your trailer fleet is a means of increasing the capacity that you can tow / carry within your existing fleet. Number One: No Additional Vehicles Needed – First off, you don’t need to add any additional vehicles to your […]

There are 7 points you need to know when loading a trailer. Loading a trailer can seem fairly simple until the legal aspects come in. You need to know your trailer’s weight limit, weight distribution, nose load, axles, and more. Let’s do this in a 7-step process to make it simpler: 1. A Flat Surface […]

With so many different trailer types out there today, it can be hard to choose which is best for you. Having started selling trailer parts in 1995 and producing our trailers in 2020 we have seen and helped our customers select what is best for them. In this blog, we will break down the trailer […]

One of the first thoughts you get when you think about buying a trailer is how much will it cost. Aren’t they quite expensive? This all depends on what you’re looking for but let’s break down some basic costs and information to help you make your decision. The Initial Buying of a Trailer The price […]

The Osprey. A universal solution that can be tailored for your requirements, and your business needs. The rolling chassis range is our newest range of trailers and is based on the signature Towmate Trailers modular design. THE BENEFITS A tough galvanised steel chassis forms the base of the trailer – providing a sturdy, reliable platform […]

Your trailer must suit your needs When buying a landscaping trailer, the forethought in your mind needs to be what you are going to use your trailer for. Are you hauling around heavy equipment such as mowers, chippers etc? Or are you loading loose material such as leaves and stones? This assessment of usage is […]

The rules on what you can tow are different depending on the date that you passed your car driving test. However, the Government is making changes to these rules, to help tackle the shortage of lorry drivers, which will come into effect at some point towards the end of 2021. In this blog, we aim […]

Loading and unloading goods and equipment from your trailer should be easy, safe and simple. LSU AG Centre states that “The longer the ramp, the lower the loading angle. Obviously, lower loading angles are safer, but longer ramps are heavier and more difficult to store. With many mowers, a low-loading angle is needed to avoid […]

What is the Super Deduction? On 3rd March 2021, the Chancellor announced in the Budget that from 1st April 2021, companies investing in new plant and machinery will get a 130% first year allowance.  This has the potential to reduce your tax bill on qualifying equipment by up to 25%! It is for companies who […]

Security is becoming increasingly important in today’s world, even more so when considering high-value assets such as a trailer, caravan or other towable equipment. However, several different devices and products are available on the market to help ensure your belongings are kept safe and secure. Below, we detail a few of the security products on […]