Industry News

Winterising A Caravan

As the caravanning season winds down and colder months approach, it’s time to think about preparing your caravan for winter storage. Here's a step-by-step guide to protect your caravan during the off-season.

What Licence Do I Need to Tow?

Understanding UK Towing Licences

Caravan Hibernation to Exploration

As the signs of spring become undeniable with sunshine, blossoming trees, and cheerful bird songs, it's time to bring your caravan or motorhome back to life and ensure it's ready for the season's adventures.

Towbar Technician 2024/25 Course Dates

Towbar fitting courses certificated by the NTTA and the IMI. Accommodating all levels of experience, we provide a 3 day for beginners and a 1 day advanced.

Navigating the Bumps when Towing a Trailer

Potholes – the bane of every driver's existence. If you're towing a trailer, these road craters can quickly turn from an inconvenience to a significant headache.

Exciting Partnership with Leisure Sales Cheshire

The partnership between Towing Solutions and Leisure Sales Cheshire is a winning combination that caters to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts in Cheshire and beyond.

Towing with an Electric Vehicle (EVs)

Pros and cons when navigating the shift from traditional fuel to electric power for your towing needs.beyond.

Trailer Servicing & Maintenance 2024/25 Courses

Trailer Servicing & Maintenance courses certificated by AWS, NTTA and the IMI. Accommodating all levels of experience, we provide a 2 day for beginners and a 1 day advanced.

Towing Solutions offer mobile trailer servicing!

A convenient and professional service covering the North West area. Our IMI and NTTA qualified engineers will come to your location to service and repair your trailer(s) saving you time and money.

Tips on towing with an electric vehicle

With the growing popularity of electric cars, more and more people are turning to them for their towing needs.

Tips on towing with an automatic vehicle

Here are some tips on towing with an automatic vehicle to ensure a safe and successful journey...

What is the speed limit when towing a caravan?

Driving a car with a caravan in tow can be a fun and exciting experience, but it's important to remember that there are specific speed limits that must be followed to ensure the safety of everyone on the road.

2024 Towing Courses - available dates

Please see slots that are currently available for our towing courses.

Towing Solutions - Parking Instructions

Here are parking instructions for those attending a course at our training facilities in Macclesfield, Cheshire. Please note, this is for Trailer Servicing and Towbar Fitting courses only. For other courses, please refer to your confirmation email.

What can I tow? How to check your weights.

Vin Plate Information

Does a caravan need an MOT?

No, but it is the owner's responsibility to make sure the caravan is safe to travel on the road.

How do I learn to tow a caravan?

There are several ways to learn how to tow a caravan. One of the most popular methods is to take a course specifically designed for caravan towing.

Do I need a course to tow caravan?

From Dec 2021 anyone who has passed their category B car driving licence can now tow up to 3,500kg without taking an additional test.

Towing Solutions Top Trailer Tips!

Some handy trailer hints and tips for you to follow.

Choosing the right caravan towbar for your car

Want to join the caravan craze? Brilliant! Firstly, choosing the right towbar for your car is essential to ensure that you can tow your caravan safely and securely.

Preventing accidents at work with trailers

It is essential to prevent accidents involving trailers at work by implementing proper safety measures and protocols.

Caravan Towing Top Tips

Caravaning Top Tips to help you on your adventures