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Passenger Car Trailer Registration

Registration: Required, fee dependent on size of trailer.

Lighting: Tail lights, brake lights, licence plate lights, clearance and side lamp markers, turn signals, reflectors, mud guards, fenders (dependent on design) required.

Hitch: Ball hitch mounted on bumper, permitted; two safety chains required.

Mirrors: Left & right rearview mirrors required.

Brakes: Independent braking system, where gross vehicle weight exceeds 1,500 kg.

Size Limits: Total length: 23m.

Trailer length: 14.6m.

Width: 2.6m.

Height: 4.5 m.

Speed Limits: 80 km/h unless otherwise posted.

Special Provisions: Riding in towed trailer or pickup campers is permitted. Camping in rest areas permitted where posted. Maximum of one boat or general utility trailer may be towed behind passenger or pleasure vehicles. Total length of both not to exceed 23 meters (75 ft.).


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