Trucking Times is always on the lookout for accessory outlets to profile in the magazine. Sometimes, we’re personally familiar with a company; other times, we hear through word of mouth. Occasionally, someone will make a recommendation. When Greg Hooks, CEO of Curt Manufacturing, spent time with Dave Herrmeyer raving about the clean restrooms and continued growth to be seen at Discount Hitch & Truck Accessories, it piqued our interest. Here’s what Hooks had to say:
 “The environment you create, whether for the consumer or your employees, is important. Cleanliness shows professionalism and the culture of the workplace. When consumers go to Discount Hitch, they can watch TV; there are reading materials, and the bathrooms are well kept and well appointed. The employees are well dressed, knowledgeable, and they look professional. That brings customers back and shows a lot of pride in the business.
 “All the people in the organization know towing inside and out. What they do best is set the standard for working with consumers to help them through the purchase and put together a whole towing system. They set a high bar.”

Different Types Of Trailer Hitches Offered At Discount Hitch

When you go shopping for towing equipment, one of the most bewildering choices you face is selecting a hitch. There are many different options available, and it's easy to become confused about the details of each kind and class of hitch.

The picture below shows the most common trailer hitch classes, with information about the maximum trailer weight and tongue weight allowed. In this figure "WC" stands for "Weight Carrying," meaning a basic ball mount and coupler. The "WD" ratings are higher, and those limits require you to use a Weight Distributing ball mount. "TW" stands for Tongue Weight, which is the weight on the trailer coupler when the trailer is fully loaded.

Tips for choosing the right one for you:

You want to go cycling but it’s too far from home to consider cycling there and back. What do you do? Try to stuff your bike in the back of your car and risk damaging the upholstery or getting dirt and grease everywhere? The answer is simple. Get a bike rack for your car or truck so you can transport your bike there and back.

That’s the easy decision made, the hard part comes in deciding what type of rack to buy. There’s a bewildering range on offers these days. This article is going to help you make an informed decision so you can choose the right bike rack for your needs. So, what are your needs in a bike rack? Here are some starting points to consider:

Am I capable of installing a trailer hitch myself?  Were not talking about putting together toys on Christmas morning or fixing your kids bike, a trailer hitch is part of a larger picture.  It is one of the most important parts of a towing system.  It must be installed correctly and to the manufacturer’s specifications.  Anything short of this is dangerous and you should know what you are getting into before you consider purchasing the trailer hitch to attempt the installation of the hitch yourself.

If you consider yourself an off-road enthusiast, then you understand the benefits of fender flares. However, if you've never ventured beyond the edge of the pavement, but want to, or simply want to add great rugged looks to your truck for on-road use, then fender flares are of definite interest to you.