It’s imperative to have a trailer brake controller when towing a trailer that has electric or electric over hydraulic brakes. In most states, an adjustable trailer brake controller is required when ...

Like trailers themselves, trailer brakes come in a variety of sizes and system designs. Conversely, there is at least one constant: Without proper brakes and control of them, your trailer becomes an ...

I recently had to delve into the brakes on a trailer and was quite surprised at how they work. With all of the advances in technology, it’s a wonder that this method still exists as the majority of ...

Brakes comprised the largest percentage, about 52.5%, of out-of-service violations (OOSV) cited in roadside inspections conducted during Roadcheck 2008. CVSA statistics reveal “60% of out-of-service ...

If you are towing a trailer weighing more than 1,650 pounds (750kg), it is likely a braked trailer. These heavier trailers, often with two or more axles, have their own electric brakes, which are ...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has granted an temporary exemption period to allow commercial motor vehicle operators to use trailer-mounted electric brake controllers that monitor and ...

The GMC Sierra full-size pickup was made for hauling; if you own one, chances are strong that at some point, you’ll be barreling through the countryside with a boat, a camper, or some other trailered ...

Equipment trailers are a vital tool in the construction and landscaping trades, so having them working properly and being well-maintained is a critical part of business success. One area of trailers ...

It takes a robust braking system to bring 80,000 lb. (36,000 kg) of moving tractor-trailer to a halt. And half of that system sits on a trailer, about 45 feet (about 13.5 meters) behind the driver.

According to CURT, you can use its electric trailer brake controller on virtually any trailer with one to three axles (two to six brakes). This unit is fully compatible with cruise control, anti-lock ...

The 3+2 modular multi-purpose trailer is designed and built to efficiently transport a wide array of loads, featuring three distinct deck options: flat (MFLD), drop side rail (MDSR), and beam (MBMD). ...