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Technical Advice

As a member of the NTTA you will be kept informed of the latest advances in technology relating to trailer materials, couplings, finishing, tyres and suspensions, electrics, security and other matters.

Because we have a vast pool of knowledge through our membership and database we are able to resolve many technical queries and suggest technical solutions to commonly-encountered problems.

Our members now have 24-hour a day access to all the latest updates through our NTTA members section on our website.

News

DfT withdraw 1020kg exemption Updat

The DfT intends to withdraw the 1020kg unladen weight exemption for trailers when assessing whether O Licence is reqd

Man convicted - unsafe towing

A man was given a suspended prison sentence for unsafe towing of a trailer on the M62 near Huddersfield.

Changes to MoT test April 2012

Changes are being made to the MoT test to increase inspection of towbars and towing electrics

M1 lighting to be switched off

Motorway lighting is to be switched off permanently on sections of the M1 (J10 - J13) to reduce carbon emissions

NCC to run Caravan Show at NEC 2011

The National Caravan Council has announced that it will run the October 2011 Motorhome & Caravan Show at the NEC

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