Alberta Class 7 Practice

Towing a trailer When driving with a trailer, it is important to keep in mind the added weight and length: • Allow for extra time and distance before entering traffic. • Maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles and be mindful of the extra space needed to manoeuvre with the added length of the trailer. • Accelerate and brake more slowly, and allow for additional time when merging or changing lanes. • If you are driving on a multi-lane highway, remember that slower-moving vehicles should travel in the right lane. • Plan your driving. Look well ahead to anticipate and manage potential hazards. Avoid situations that may require quick lane changes or unexpected stops. • If traffic builds behind you, find a safe place to stop off the road to allow others to pass.

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Source: Driver's Guide: cars and light trucks, Spring 2026. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Alberta.