Do I Really Need A Brake Buddy
I tow a 2006 Honda Accord....been using a brake buddy but since it's not a heavy vehicle I don't want to use the brake buddy. Most of my travel is level with some slight hills. Used to do the 11,000...
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Most all of my replies to the various States(35+) all received answers from the Commercial Enforcement Divisions of government that handled such issues. Some however, were from the legal department, like this answer from Tennessee:
We have reviewed your question regarding towing a vehicle behind your motor home within Tennessee and whether you are required to have supplemental braking on that towed vehicle. The Tennessee Code on brakes is silent on a (non-commercial) drive away / tow away operation such as the one you describe and therefore in your scenario the vehicle being towed with the tow bar would be exempt from brakes. However, the lighting regulations still apply; therefore, ensure that your braking lights and turn signals function properly.
Enjoy your time in Tennessee,
Samuel Girwarnauth
Legal Division
Tennessee Tower, 25th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
p. 615-532-7679
As I mentioned, NO State have said that supplemental braking is required by law.
When I get a reply from Washington State, I will post it along with the senders information.
We have reviewed your question regarding towing a vehicle behind your motor home within Tennessee and whether you are required to have supplemental braking on that towed vehicle. The Tennessee Code on brakes is silent on a (non-commercial) drive away / tow away operation such as the one you describe and therefore in your scenario the vehicle being towed with the tow bar would be exempt from brakes. However, the lighting regulations still apply; therefore, ensure that your braking lights and turn signals function properly.
Enjoy your time in Tennessee,
Samuel Girwarnauth
Legal Division
Tennessee Tower, 25th Floor
Nashville, TN 37243
p. 615-532-7679
As I mentioned, NO State have said that supplemental braking is required by law.
When I get a reply from Washington State, I will post it along with the senders information.
