Planning to Tow This Summer? Here’s How to Get Your Truck or SUV Ready

Summer is the perfect time to hitch up a camper, launch the boat, or head out on an adventure. Before towing, it’s important to make sure both your vehicle and trailer are ready for the journey.

Check Your Tires

Inspect both your vehicle and trailer tires for proper inflation and tread depth. Heat and heavy loads can increase the chance of tire failure.

Inspect Your Hitch

Check your hitch receiver, ball mount, safety chains, and electrical connections before every trip.

Test Your Trailer Lights

Brake lights, turn signals, and running lights should all be working properly before you leave.

Inspect the Cooling System

Towing creates additional heat. Make sure coolant levels are correct and your radiator, hoses, and belts are in good condition.

Check Your Brakes

Extra weight requires extra stopping power. If your brakes haven’t been inspected recently, now is the time.

Know Your Limits

Review your vehicle’s towing capacity and never exceed the recommended trailer weight or payload.

Pack an Emergency Kit

Include jumper cables, flashlights, bottled water, basic tools, and emergency roadside equipment.

Is It Time to Upgrade?

If your current truck or SUV isn’t meeting your towing needs anymore, July is a great time to explore your options.

Receive $1,776 OVER for your trade PLUS an additional $250 OFF any new or used vehicle.

And remember, every vehicle comes with the FREE Pine Belt Promise, including a FREE Lifetime Engine Warranty, Pine Belt Points that can save you thousands on a future vehicle purchase, Pine Belt at Home, our 72-Hour Exchange Program, FREE Car Washes for Life, Paintless Dent Repair Benefits, Windshield Chip Repair Benefits, Lost Key Return Service, and more.

Because at Pine Belt, the best deal isn’t just the one you receive today. It’s the value you’ll continue to enjoy for years to come.