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Hyundai Palisade Towed a 4,430-Lb Camper Through 30-Mph Wind, Then Owners Asked the Question That Matters

10.05.2026 10:24 1 min 1 source РУС
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Hyundai Palisade Towed a 4,430-Lb Camper Through 30-Mph Wind, Then Owners Asked the Question That Matters
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A Hyundai Palisade owner reported that his SUV successfully towed a 4,430-pound Flagstaff Micro Lite travel trailer over 600 miles, including a return leg with 22-mph crosswinds and gusts near 30 mph. He used a weight-distribution and sway-control system, plus a trailer brake controller. However, commenters noted that one successful trip does not prove every Palisade is ready for the same setup. Key questions focused on fuel economy, scaled weight, long-term transmission and suspension wear.

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