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TÜV Süd experts advise practice drives with caravan before spring holidays

12.03.2026 10:07 4 min 8 sources РУС
wiwo.de DEU + 7 more
TÜV Süd experts advise practice drives with caravan before spring holidays
Original source: Saarbrücker Zeitung

In Brief

Experts from TÜV Süd recommend that drivers who rarely use caravans take several practice runs with a loaded trailer, including highway sections, to regain handling skills against crosswinds and swaying.

Preparing for the spring season

Experts from TÜV Süd recommend that drivers who rarely use caravans take several practice runs with a loaded trailer before spring trips. The test drives should include highway (autobahn) sections to regain skills in handling a vehicle-trailer combination, adapt to crosswinds and possible trailer sway.

Safety tips

  • Strictly observe speed limits, taking into account the increased braking distance.
  • If the trailer starts to sway, reduce speed.
  • If the oscillations transfer to the car, hold the steering wheel firmly and perform a short, strong braking.

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