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Guides, product updates and towing tips from the A2B Trailers team.

To Grease or Not to Grease: Trailer Tow Balls
October 26, 2026
Greasing Tow Balls: What Works Best for Trailer Couplings and Towing? Should You Grease Your Tow Ball? Pros, Cons, and Alternatives Explained. When deciding whether to grease tow ball on…
Trailer Weights Explained: Tare, ATM and Payload
October 23, 2026
What do they mean and why do they matter? If you are buying a new trailer there are a lot of technical details you need to consider. Trailer weights, particularly…
Why a Bigger Truck Can Mean Less Towing Capacity at the Coupling
October 20, 2026
A trailer plated at 3,500kg, a strong truck and a 50mm ball on the back look like a safe match. They may not be. The 50mm ball assumes a smaller…
Find the Right AL-KO Part in Seconds: Free ETI Search and Part Number Lookup
September 29, 2026
Free AL-KO ETI Search and Part Number Lookup from A2B Euro Parts. Enter the 811 number from your AL-KO plate and see the genuine parts diagram in seconds.
26 Must-Ask Trailer Questions (Whether You Own One or Not)
July 11, 2025
And Why the Answers Might Make You Look at European Trailers Differently When it comes to trailer ownership, most people focus on the obvious — size, weight, and maybe the…
Jockey Wheels and Stands: Essential Trailer Accessories for Stability and Manoeuvrability
June 2, 2025
Jockey wheels and stands are indispensable tools for anyone who owns a trailer. They provide crucial support, safety and make stabilising your trailer much easier. Here’s a breakdown of their…
Choosing the Right Trailer: Key Questions to Ask
May 16, 2025
Choose The Right Trailer Buying a trailer can feel like navigating a maze. Whether you’re a tradie needing to haul tools, a weekend warrior towing a boat, or an adventurer…
What is the blue wire for on my trailer plug?
October 23, 2024
Looking for the full colour code at a glance? See our trailer plug wiring diagram & colour guide for a quick visual reference, then come back here for the pin-by-pin…
Tocal 2022 – A2B Trailers Field Day
August 14, 2024
A2B Trailers attended the 2022 Tocal Field Day event. It was great to show off a selection of the Variant and Scanvogn trailers, like the Variant 2716 B3 Beavertail trailer,…

What is ATM on a trailer? What is GTM on a trailer? When do I need trailer brakes in Australia? Do I need a breakaway system? Can I tow a 3500kg trailer with my vehicle? What is hot-dip galvanising? Do I need safety chains? Can I use a 13-pin plug in Australia? Are spare parts available for Variant & Scanvogn? What warranty comes with my trailer? Why choose a European trailer? See our full trailer buying & compliance guide → What is ATM on a trailer? What is GTM on a trailer? When do I need trailer brakes in Australia? Do I need a breakaway system? Can I tow a 3500kg trailer with my vehicle? What is hot-dip galvanising? Do I need safety chains? Can I use a 13-pin plug in Australia? Are spare parts available for Variant & Scanvogn? What warranty comes with my trailer? Why choose a European trailer? See our full trailer buying & compliance guide →