How to prevent caravan sway

Join caravan expert Mike (from Driver Risk Management) to learn how caravan sway happens, and how to prevent it. He will take you through the steps to ensure you can prevent sway on your next journey, and travel safely while towing your caravan.

Bookmark our web page on how to prevent caravan sway for quick reference:
https://rac.com.au/car-motoring/info/preventing-caravan-sway

You can book in a free caravan safety session at rac.com.au/towsafe.
https://rac.com.au/about-rac/community-programs/workshops/tow-safe

0:00 What is caravan sway
0:41 Causes of caravan sway
01:03 Towing capacity load limits
01:32 Weight distribution
02:23 Strong winds
03:20 Tyre pressure and road surface
04:52 Erratic movements
06:08 What caravan sway feels like
06:42 Steps to prevent caravan sway
09:05 Electronic stability control