Top tips on measuring your caravan’s noseweight and buying a gauge

by Chris Jefferies
Of all the numerous things that new caravanners need to get their heads around, noseweight can be one of the most confusing.
The Caravan Club lists seven alternative names for noseweight, and the issue is complicated every time you change your towcar.
To help explain the situation to newcomers and those looking to brush up on their knowledge, Towergate Insurance has recently published a handy guide to noseweights.
They explain why it’s so important to get the noseweight right, as it can affect how your caravan tows and make your towcar’s tyres wear out more quickly.
The insurance provider also has some helpful tips on how to choose a noseweight gauge, and how to load your caravan efficiently to avoid tipping the scales.
To find out more about how to get balance right in your van, read Towergate’s original article: How to measure your caravan’s noseweight accurately.