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Tips for Towing with a Motorhome

Aug. 25 2023 Lifestyle By White Sands RV

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Sometimes when you’re traveling in your motorhome, you want to take your car along, too. This could be because you want to run quick errands, visit tourist attractions, use roads that are narrow, or visit family/friends in the city. Bringing along a car can open up many options, so we’ve created a guide to help you tow one. If you’re looking for motorhomes for sale in Summerdale, AL, contact us at White Sands RV and chat with one of our expert staff. We’re proud to be the preferred motorhome dealer of our friends from Mobile, AL, and Pensacola, FL.

Before You Tow

Remember that not all motorhomes can tow all vehicles! These are some weights you have to check before you decide to hitch the two together: 

  • The curb weight tells you the full weight of your car, which you can find on the door jamb sticker.
  • The max gross trailer weight tells you how much weight the hitch can handle.
  • The gross vehicle weight rating tells you how much weight the motorhome can handle (the weight of all your supplies and passengers).

The first thing you have to do is ensure that the car’s weight isn’t more than the max gross motorhome weight limit. It’s crucial that your weights fit within the designated limits. These boundaries are there for a reason – they prevent damage to your vehicles and keep you safe on the road.

Ways to Tow Your Car

When it comes to towing your car with a motorhome, there are a few options you can choose from. The best option depends on your personal preferences.

Tow Dollies

A small two-wheel trailer is called a tow dolly. When used to transport a car, two of the vehicle’s wheels will be off the ground and two will be on the dolly. This method can be used for towing any vehicle, but some states require a license. Remember that the load will be stable, but turning and breaking can be tough when using a tow dolly.

Tow Bars

When you use this method to tow, you have to modify the tow vehicle with a towing plate. This is a complicated process and you may need to take professional help. Only cars with manual transmissions and four-wheel drive can use this option. After the initial installation, this option is quick and easy to use.

Enclosed and Flatbed Trailers

This is the most versatile option as it can be used for towing any car, whether it has a manual or automatic transmission. You also don’t need to perform any alterations to your car to use a trailer. A trailer can also carry several other types of cargo options beyond a car. The downside to this method is it’s the most expensive and heaviest choice.

We hope that this guide helps you understand your motorhome towing options better! For more information or to check out motorhomes for sale in Summerdale, AL, visit White Sands RV. We welcome all our patrons visiting us from Mobile, AL, and Pensacola, FL.