Straley Insurance Services, LLC

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

The do's and don'ts of driving with a trailer

An SUV pulling a trailer
Whether you're taking a road trip or taking the family camping, driving with a trailer can be a challenge. According to eTrailer.com, when you add a trailer to your vehicle, the overall handling and rules of driving dramatically change. Using your hitch to tow your favorite travel trailer means you should give yourself more time to slow down and turn corners. It's important that drivers of all experience use trailer brakes to decrease speed evenly with the added weight that's being towed. And, because trailers don't follow the exact path as the vehicle on turns, always remember to safely swing out wider when traveling around bends and corners.

Here are some do's and don'ts of towing to keep you safe on the road.
Do's
Gradually reduce speed
Travel at an even, moderate speed
Steady the steering wheel — sudden turns can cause more sway
Be cautious of potholes and large bumps
Use a lower gear over large hills or down gravel roads
Avoid slamming on the brakes — jackknifing could occur

Don'ts
Consistently stay in overdrive and/or in a high gear
Attempt to steer out of trailer sway
Forget to add sway control or a weight distribution system
Be afraid to safely stop and reload trailer in case of engine problems, sway, flat tires, etc.

04/04/2026

Hurry and come to downtown Sherwood to get a treat for Easter Egg extravaganza 🐣.

04/04/2026

Celebrate Easter with us and the rest of Sherwood this morning!

🐇 10-12, April 4th, 2026
🐥 Eggs at local businesses

04/03/2026

Have a blessed Easter weekend.

03/18/2026

Something new in Sherwood ☕️🍩 YUMMY 😋

02/10/2026

At Hagerty, they protect the cars people love. Thanks to a specialized offering and more than 40 years of experience in the business, they can offer a superior product with unique benefits that drivers won’t find anywhere else and do it all with world-class customer satisfaction and a winning reputation.
What is a “collector car” anyway? Different companies have different definitions for what is considered a “collector car” or “enthusiast vehicle,” but if you have a vehicle that is not your daily use vehicle and is driven seasonally or only for shows/parades, or is from the year 1999 or older, it very well might be a collector.
What kinds of cars does Hagerty protect?
• Classic cars
• Modern collectibles from 1990 to today (think two-door sports cars and convertibles, up to the current year)
• Collectible supercars – Bugattis, Ferraris, Maseratis, and more
• Collectible trucks, Jeeps, vans, and SUVs that are from 1998 or older
• Modified vehicles like hot rods, replicas, race cars, lowriders, pro-street and tuners
• Retired military vehicles, commercial vehicles, and tractors, such as semis, Jeeps, tanks, and fire trucks
What sets Hagerty apart?
Guaranteed Value®: Get what it’s worth — every time Hagerty works with the customer to determine the value for their vehicle and in the event of a covered total loss, you get that amount. Guaranteed.*
Flexible Usage: Roam free and for fun We encourage plenty of driving for fun, including road trips. Average Hagerty clients put less than 3,500 miles on their vehicles annually. Up to 7,500 miles annually can be considered.

02/10/2026