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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.
What are electric brakes?
When you’re towing a trailer; either on a smooth highway or off-road over tough terrain; you’re asking a whole lot more of your tow vehicle! You no longer have to control just your tow vehicle but also the weight and force of your trailer behind it. This can be a...
Beginner tips for towing large trailers
Most people will be able to tow a small trailer, fairly confidently, on the occasional trip. But what if you’re new to towing and suddenly you’re hitching up a caravan, boat, horse float or large camper trailer... This requires a whole new skill level and knowledge of...
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...
Landcruiser 300 Series Clearview Mirrors – the wait is over!
Clearview Extendable Towing Mirrors to suit the complete Toyota Landcruiser 300 Series Range are now available to preorder! The first models to have stock available will be the LC300 GX & GXL with stock dispatching from Clearviews Melbourne factory from the 1st...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...