Torklift Central Blogs

The all new 2016 Chevy Volt EcoHitch The definition of volt is “the SI unit of electromotive force,” and the Chevrolet Volt is the perfect car to represent this definition. Designed to work as both an electric and gas vehicle, the Chevy Volt has great electric potential, and an even greater potential to take you on an excellent adventure...

Check out that gathering of VW busses! Volkswagen owners love their cars and their loyalty to this brand knows no limits. A Google search provides hundreds of results for different clubs, memberships, owners programs and forums dedicated to just VW owners. Every year meetups are held all across the country for enthusiasts to show off everything from the classic...

Puyallup RV Show 2016 It’s coming up on that time of year again, the start of RV camping and road trip season. This is the ideal time to start getting your gear ready for the adventures that lay ahead, by replacing or upgrading any parts or accessories and learning about the latest RVing tips before heading out on the road...

We’ve all been there before… getting ready for a trip and having too much stuff and not enough room. Perhaps it’s necessary to bring bigger items that just will not fit in your vehicle. Torklift Central has multiple safe and secure options to fit your specific needs, from cargo carriers to hitch-mounted bike racks. There is no need to worry...

Although solar eclipses are pretty, you don't want to end up being eclipsed by your trailer Many people know what “eclipsed” means, but not many know the exact definition. The word eclipsed means to obscure the light or deprive someone or something of significance, power or prominence. People don’t normally think that they can be eclipsed by their trailer...

To see the full Torklift Story and Torklift 40th Anniversary information click here.   Torklift Central owes great thanks to our loyal customers and invites you to join us in celebrating our 40 years of business.

With so much variety in today’s world, choosing the right hitch can be a somewhat difficult and frustrating endeavor. What type of hitch do I need? How do I choose the right hitch class? Is it possible to increase my vehicle’s tongue weight capacity without exceeding the manufacturer’s towing capacity? Luckily, Torklift Central has the answers to all these questions...

Blogger East Brother's 2014 Ford Focus Electric with EcoHitch-mounted Kuat Sherpa bike rack Over the past few months at Torklift Central, we have been extolling the virtues of hitch-mounted bike racks because they are the best option for the avid cyclist. Unlike their roof-mounted relatives, they eliminate lower back strain, reduce drag when on the road—simultaneously preserving gas mileage—and...

Let the installation begin We love hearing installation stories from our customers especially when they are having adventures with the EcoHitch in such a beautiful place: British Columbia! One of them loved their 2013 Chevy Volt EcoHitch so much that he had to share his photos with us and now we are sharing them with you, our dear readers...

Just like finding a spouse, finding a trailer hitch that you’re compatible with takes a little time. Trailer hitches come in a variety of classes and each one has its own unique towing capacity. As you begin your search for the perfect trailer hitch, you first need to find out how to choose the right hitch class for towing. We’ll...