The Caravans Aussie Insurers Are Quietly Refusing to Cover — Is Yours One?

Industry weighers report that 60–65% of Australian caravans or tow vehicles are over their legal weight — and ABC News reporting states that towing overweight voids insurance. This video uses primary sources only: state transport authority rules, Queensland legislation, a Victorian tribunal ruling, ACCC recall notices and federal registration data. What you'll learn: – The five separate limits your loaded van must satisfy in NSW — and why only the lowest one counts – Why aftermarket fittings, not luggage, are what the weighing industry blames – What the WA Safe Towing Guide says about tow ball download – How the rules differ across NSW, QLD, SA and WA The document insurers are increasingly asking for when they process a claim Four checks worth doing: weigh your loaded rig at a public weighbridge, search your PDS for "modification" and "overload", photograph your compliance plate and check it against the weighbridge ticket, and declare any GVM or GCM upgrade to your insurer in writing.