[canuman]

I won't debate that better trailers are being made these days (I'd lose), but tow rigs have come a long way. I can tow a utility trailer with numerous tons behind my Dodge Cummins and still pull the hills at highway speeds with very good fuel economy.

Even my little S-10 (I can't bring myself to call it a truck, let's use the Aussie term Utie), puts out enough punch to make moderate towing a pleasure.

Although many of us remember the cars of yesteryear fondly -- you didn't need a degree in engineering (both mechanical and electrical) or double-jointed elbows to perform simple service -- I am far more rested after a long journey with air, cruise, quiet and decent seats. Remember sticking to those black vinyl benches in the summer?

However, as fuel prices are back up again, I think we're going to see increased interest in the smaller and lighter trailers. I just located what sounds to be a fine Argosy 6.7, which I think will ride nicely behind the S-10.

And no, I don't think I'll buy a Gremlin as a tow rig.