Towing your trailer or RV can be an exciting adventure, but lurking behind every turn or gust of wind is a serious hazard—trailer sway. While many drivers rely on friction-based sway control devices, these systems may be putting you at more risk than you realize. Friction-based hitches don’t eliminate sway; they only react after it has already begun.  In those critical moments when a sudden force like wind or passing trucks hits your trailer, your friction-based hitch could actually *hinder* your ability to regain control. 

Most traditional sway control hitches use friction to resist side-to-side movement. The problem? Friction works both ways. While it can help reduce trailer sway, it also restricts the tow vehicle’s ability to turn or stabilize the trailer once sway occurs. Worse still, friction-based systems can be overpowered by strong forces like high winds or uneven roads. When this happens, instead of helping, the hitch becomes a barrier to regaining control, creating a dangerous situation that can escalate quickly. 

Friction is unpredictable when conditions change 

Using a friction- based sway control hitch in rainy conditions dramatically affects the ability to resist sway or if you start out in dry conditions and it begins to rain, the hitch may cause erratic behavior as the moisture prevents the hitch from operating as designed.  

Every time you tow with a friction-based sway control hitch, you’re gambling with safety. Why risk your vehicle, your trailer, and the safety of your passengers when there’s a more effective solution? With the Hensley Arrow® sway elimination hitch, you eliminate sway altogether, ensuring a stable and safe towing experience no matter the conditions. 

Waiting until you encounter a critical situation could cost you. Upgrade now to a sway elimination system and tow with confidence, knowing your hitch won’t let you down when it matters most.