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- Question 1 of 21
1. Question
What restrictions apply if you’re towing a trailer on a three-lane motorway?
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The motorway regulations for towing a trailer state that you must not:
• Use the right-hand lane of a three-lane motorway unless directed to do so (for example, at roadworks or due to a lane closure)
• Exceed 60 mph. - Question 2 of 21
2. Question
What should you do if you’re towing a trailer and it starts to swing from side to side?
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Strong winds or buffeting from large vehicles can cause a trailer or caravan to swing from side to side (‘snake’). If this happens, ease off the accelerator. Don’t brake harshly, steer sharply or increase your speed.
- Question 3 of 21
3. Question
When would you increase the pressure in your tyres so that it’s above the normal value?
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Check the vehicle handbook. This should give you guidance on the correct tyre pressures for your vehicle and when you may need to adjust them. If you’re carrying a heavy load, you may need to adjust the headlights as well. Most cars have a switch on the dashboard to do this.
- Question 4 of 21
4. Question
How will a heavy load on your roof rack affect your vehicle’s handling?
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A heavy load on your roof rack will reduce the stability of the vehicle because it moves the centre of gravity away from that designed by the manufacturer. Be aware of this when you drive round bends and corners. If you change direction at speed, your vehicle and/or load could become unstable and you could lose control.
- Question 5 of 21
5. Question
What would be affected if you carry a very heavy load on your vehicle?
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Any load will have an effect on the handling of your vehicle, and this becomes worse as you increase the load. You need to be aware of this when carrying passengers or heavy loads, fitting a roof rack or towing a trailer.
- Question 6 of 21
6. Question
Who’s responsible for making sure that a vehicle isn’t overloaded?
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Carrying heavy loads will affect control and the vehicle’s handling characteristics. If the vehicle you’re driving is overloaded, you’ll be held responsible.
- Question 7 of 21
7. Question
You’re planning to tow a caravan. What will help the handling of the combination?
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Towing a caravan or trailer affects the way the towing vehicle handles. A stabiliser device isn’t designed to overcome instability caused by incorrect loading but it can give added security in side winds and from buffeting caused by large vehicles.
- Question 8 of 21
8. Question
Are passengers allowed to ride in a caravan that’s being towed?
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Riding in a towed caravan is highly dangerous. The safety of the entire unit is dependent on the stability of the trailer. Moving passengers would make the caravan unstable and could cause loss of control.
- Question 9 of 21
9. Question
What safety device must be fitted to a trailer braking system?
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In the event that the trailer becomes detached from the towing vehicle, the breakaway cable activates the trailer brakes before snapping. This allows the towing vehicle to get free of the trailer and out of danger.
- Question 10 of 21
10. Question
You wish to tow a trailer. Where would you find the maximum noseweight for your vehicle’s tow hitch?
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You must know how to load your trailer or caravan so that the hitch exerts an appropriate downward force on the tow ball. Information about the maximum permitted noseweight can be found in your vehicle handbook or obtained from your vehicle manufacturer’s agent.
- Question 11 of 21
11. Question
How should a load be carried on your roof rack?
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Any load must be securely fastened to the vehicle. The safest way to carry items on the roof is in a specially designed roof box. This will help to keep your luggage secure and dry, and it also has less wind resistance than loads carried exposed on a roof rack.
- Question 12 of 21
12. Question
You’re carrying a child under three years old in your car. Which restraint is suitable for a child of this age?
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It’s your responsibility to ensure that all children in your car are secure. Suitable restraints include a child seat, baby seat, booster seat or booster cushion. It’s essential that any restraint used is suitable for the child’s size and weight, and fitted according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Question 13 of 21
13. Question
You’ve just passed your driving test. What’s the maximum authorised mass (MAM) of any trailer that you can tow?
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14. Question
What should you do before you tow a trailer for the first time?
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15. Question
You’re going to tow a trailer that’s wider than your car. What must you fit to your car before you start towing it?
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16. Question
What must you do when you hitch a trailer to a towing vehicle?
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17. Question
What’s the minimum depth of tread on the tyres of a trailer?
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18. Question
You’re about to start a journey towing a trailer. What should you do if you notice that a light on your trailer is not working?
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19. Question
What does it mean if your trailer has a maximum authorised mass (MAM) of 3,500 kg?
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20. Question
What should you do if your trailer starts to swerve or snake?
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If your trailer starts to swerve or snake, reduce speed gently to regain control. Do not accelerate or brake harshly.
- Question 21 of 21
21. Question
How should you load your trailer?
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When loading your trailer, you should spread the weight evenly with heavy items over the axle(s). This should reduce the risk of it swerving or snaking.