Safety is paramount on the roads, no matter the type of vehicle you drive. The same applies when towing a trailer, horse trailer, or boat trailer. Despite this, not everyone remembers to check or install the correct rear lights on their trailers.
Rear lights help fellow road users
A trailer’s rear lights must be on when your car is running and when you brake. This allows traffic behind you to more easily assess the distance to you and react quickly when you brake. Rear lights that indicate braking are therefore preferable.
The rear lights must be the same model
If one of the trailer’s rear lights breaks, it must be replaced, but it cannot with any light. The rear lights on both the right and left sides must be of the same type. So, if you want to change to a new model, you’ll need to replace both rear lights. In some cases, there may be different variants of the same model. You can then choose a different variant without changing the original model.
Frequently asked questions about Rear lights
How do I change rear lights on trailer?
How you should replace your trailer’s rear lights depends on your trailer. Check how the rear lights are wired. Then dismantle the old ones and install the new ones.
Which rear light should I have?
Choose a rear light that fits your trailer and is suitable for your system.
Can I install any rear light?
Yes and no. If you are going to replace one of the rear lights, it must be the same model as the other light. If you want to change to a new model, you will need to replace both rear lights.
