You want to tow a singe-axle caravan trailer behind your car. What must you check?

When towing a single-axle caravan trailer in Germany, you must check two important things. First, ensure that the permissible trailer load and the permissible coupling load of your car are not exceeded. This means your vehicle and its hitch must be rated to safely handle the weight of the trailer. Second, check if the width of the trailer requires you to mount additional rear-view mirrors for visibility and safety. These mirrors help you see behind and alongside the wider trailer. Checking whether the trailer is licensed to transport passengers is not relevant for towing requirements in this context. By verifying load limits and mirror requirements, you follow the legal safety standards for towing.