When towing a load, it's important to make sure you follow all safety precautions before hitting the road, including the ...

Most U.S. states require safety chains by law. Failing to hook them up properly can lead to problems with authorities in case of an accident. Still, towing a trailer without chains is a huge risk ...

Their son, Liam, survived. Surveillance footage from earlier in the day shows the hitch on the trailer that came loose has just one safety chain on it, but it was supposed to have two.

Because of advances in safety and available equipment, it’s extremely safe for folks to tow a trailer. But sometimes those precautions pay off in unexpected ways. A couple of vacationers in ...

The chains need to have just the right amount of slack to allow for full turns when towing the trailer. On the flip side, excessive slack can lead to dragging or, worse, contact with the ground.