Guide to Travel Trailers
Travel trailers are a great RV option for families. They offer affordable pricing, easy transportation, and all the basic amenities you need for a great vacation. Keep reading to learn more, then visit Howdy RV. Our dealership is located in Mathis, Texas, and we’ve put together this handy article to help you understand how to get the most out of your travel trailer. When you’re ready to shop for a new travel trailer, or you need accessories for your existing model, please come visit our dealership. We’re happy to serve our neighbors in Corpus Christi and San Antonio.
Features of Travel Trailers
A travel trailer is a type of towable RV. You will need a tow vehicle to get your rig to the campsite, but because of the hitch style, it does not need to be a truck. Travel trailers use a bumper pull hitch, which is the type that sticks out behind the tow vehicle and leaves a gap between the two parts of the driving unit. You can use a range of vehicles as long as your model is within your tow vehicle's weight limit. Read your vehicle’s owner’s manual, which should tell you your tow weight limit.
A travel trailer will also offer the basic amenities needed for overnight stays. Many models have a bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom; some luxury models offer more extensive amenities like full living spaces and pop-out space extenders, along with extensive storage for your other toys, such as bicycles, canoes, or kayaks. There are also more basic trailers that only offer a bed, toilet, and kitchen. These are great for towing behind smaller vehicles, and for those on a budget. The variety of models available makes it easy to find the right fit that suits your family's travel style.
Costs of Travel Trailers
One huge benefit of travel trailers is they tend to be the most affordable type of RV. They don't come with a drivetrain or other expensive parts, which can help keep the price lower. They aren't as massive, so you won't need to pay for all the materials it took to build a giant RV. Plus, the maintenance costs of travel trailers tend to be lower. You won't need to pay to upkeep an engine or other higher maintenance parts, which can save you a lot of money over the lifespan of the rig.
Towing Travel Trailers
The hitch used on a travel trailer tends to be more intuitive, which makes them easy for newbies to learn. You will be able to get your rig connected to your tow vehicle in no time.
Travel trailers can also be towed by a wider range of vehicles. You can use anything from a sedan to an SUV to a minivan as long as you stay within your tow vehicle's weight limit. That’s also why the variety of models available is such a great benefit. Even if you’ve got a car with a low tow weight limit, chances are you can find a travel trailer that your car can handle.
Here’s a great tip for those of you who may not have a tow vehicle yet: look for the travel trailer you want first, and then find a vehicle that’ll be able to tow it. That way you can be sure you’re buying exactly what you want.
Ready to explore travel trailers for sale? Head over to Howdy RV in Mathis, where our experienced sales team will help you find what you’re looking for. We’re happy to serve customers coming from Corpus Christi and San Antonio. We look forward to seeing you!