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Stay up to date with the latest news from Hall Towbars. We talk about popular products, safety and provide loads of tips for towing. Please check out out Frequently Asked Questions page if you’re looking for something specific and don’t hesitate to get in touch if you don’t find what you need or you need more help. Contact us here or call 8360 5100.

Towing in South Australia; are you breaking the law?

Towing in South Australia; are you breaking the law?

Regardless of whether you tow regularly or just now and then, it is your responsibility to be familiar and compliant with towing laws in Australia. Alarmingly, we see drivers make many obvious towing mistakes; mistakes that mean they're breaking the road rules! A...

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Do you need a GVM/GCM Upgrade?

Do you need a GVM/GCM Upgrade?

Research by the Caravan Industry Association Australia (CIAA) shows that one in 13 Australian households has a registered caravan or RV and that the average age of owners is just 33. Caravanning has always been popular with families. But, when we have large, luxury...

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How to reverse a caravan or trailer

How to reverse a caravan or trailer

Reversing a trailer can be a cold sweat inducing task but with a little guidance, you will soon realise that learning to correctly reverse a trailer can be an easy task to master. All it takes is the right information and a little practice and patience! There are a...

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Are caravan reversing cameras necessary?

Are caravan reversing cameras necessary?

Having a reversing camera on your caravan is not a necessity, but it does make reversing much easier! It's so convenient being able to see directly behind your vehicle while you're towing. Reversing cameras are growing in popularity because they are extremely useful...

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Do I need to upgrade my 4WD suspension?

Do I need to upgrade my 4WD suspension?

Upgrading 4WD suspension is common in the 4WD community, but why? For most people, the 'Original Equipment' (aka OE) suspension on your vehicle will do the job. BUT, if you’ve set your 4WD up with a bunch of accessories, regularly tow a trailer or have a heavy load in...

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Exciting new product ranges now available from Hall Towbars

Exciting new product ranges now available from Hall Towbars

We’ve had an exciting few months here at Hall Towbars and are thrilled to now be offering additional brands and product ranges to our customers. Outback Armour Australian designed and engineered suspension kits for 4x4 vehicles. Campboss by All 4 Adventure Camping and...

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What is caravan sway and how to avoid it

What is caravan sway and how to avoid it

Caravan sway is when your caravan starts moving left to right, behind your tow vehicle. What starts as a very small amount of movement, can quickly lead to being out of control! Sway can be caused by several factors and is a contributing cause in most crashes...

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How to sensibly load a caravan

How to sensibly load a caravan

If you’re a caravan rookie, you may not know that packing your van is 'an art' and requires a little 'know-how' to get it right. When it’s not loaded properly, you’re at risk of trailer sway, reduced control and other terrible consequences such as overturning.  The...

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Be a responsible camper – our camping spaces depend on it!

Be a responsible camper – our camping spaces depend on it!

In recent years, we have seen an explosion of caravan and camping folk, take to the road. It’s fantastic that more people are discovering a love for this lifestyle and it’s wonderful to see the wide range of set-ups people use to enjoy their surroundings. Whilst it's...

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Which battery system is right for me?

Which battery system is right for me?

Have you ever drained your vehicle’s battery using a portable fridge, air compressor or something else? You may need to source a secondary power supply, especially if you are starting  to venture off grid.. Accessing power when off grid is absolutely essential! Aside...

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How much weight can you tow?

How much weight can you tow?

If you're looking at purchasing a caravan and don’t have a lot of experience towing, you may find it difficult to understand what all the weight requirements mean... and how to stick with them.  Let us help you understand the terminology and how it applies to you, to...

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No matter your towing requirement, Hall Towbars provides a wide range of certified towbars and towing accessories for the ultimate towing solution.