Equal-i-zer Hitch Wins Wildsam Readers’ Choice Gold Award – RVBusiness – Breaking RV Industry News
PROVO, Utah — For the 13th year in a row, trailer owners across America have named the Original Equal-i-zer Sway Control Hitch the Gold Award winner in the travel trailer hitch category. This remarkable achievement makes Equal-i-zer the only hitch to have ever received Wildsam magazine’s prestigious Readers’ Choice Gold Award, according to a release.
“We’re incredibly grateful that trailer owners across the country keep trusting and choosing the Equal-i-zer hitch, This award is a great reminder of how top-notch engineering and American craftsmanship come together to create the safest towing experience out there,” said Deven McCann, Equal-i-zer Hitch sales account manager.
Equal-i-zer’s legacy of innovation and safety has made it the go-to hitch for towing enthusiasts for nearly 80 years. Originally founded in 1945 as Mobile Manufacturing by Ed Hedgepeth, the small Utah company vowed to make a difference in the towing world. Hedgepeth introduced the patented Equal-i-zer hitch in 1951. Since then, it has revolutionized towing safety and performance, consistently setting the industry standard.
The company has continued to innovate and foster a culture of safety and excellence. Many employees have been part of the Equal-i-zer team for over 20 years, ensuring a deep commitment to producing the safest and highest-performing hitches on the market.
“Our hitch isn’t just built for towing—it’s engineered for trust. We keep customers safer on the road than any other trailer hitch, because their journey deserves nothing less,” said Rob Stratton, sales account manager at Progress Mfg. “While many hitches claim to match the Made-In-America quality of Equal-i-zer, the reality is that they fall short in sway control performance and durability.”
Why Equal-i-zer Continues to Win Gold:
- Unmatched Sway Control: The Equal-i-zer hitch features the best sway control on the market, providing unmatched stability and confidence while towing. Its integrated 4-Point Sway Control system actively resists trailer sway from wind, passing vehicles, and sudden maneuvers—without the need for add-on sway bars or dampers. Unlike chain-based hitches, Equal-i-zer’s rigid brackets and spring arms create friction at multiple points, working constantly to keep the trailer in line with the tow vehicle. This built-in design not only works to prevent sway before it starts but also makes driving smoother and safer in all conditions. With decades of proven performance and industry-leading engineering, the Equal-i-zer hitch offers the most reliable and effective sway control available today.
- American Craftsmanship & Durability: Manufactured with 100% American-made steel and rigorously tested for strength and durability, Equal-i-zer hitches are built to last and withstand the toughest towing conditions.
- Trusted Performance & Innovation: With nearly eight decades of experience, the company continues to refine and enhance its technology, ensuring customers receive the best towing experience possible.
- Best in Class Weight Distribution: The Equal-i-zer hitch provides the best weight distribution on the market by ensuring a smoother, safer towing experience. Its innovative design evenly distributes weight across all axles, improving steering, braking, and overall stability. Unlike traditional weight distribution hitches, Equal-i-zer’s integrated sway control works in harmony with its weight distribution system, reducing stress on the tow vehicle and trailer while preventing dangerous sway before it starts.
- Ease Of Use: The Equal-i-zer hitch is designed for ultimate ease of use, making setup and towing simpler and more efficient. Its streamlined design eliminates the need for separate sway control devices, meaning fewer parts to install and adjust. With easy-to-use brackets that allow quick hitching and unhitching, plus no need to disconnect sway control in tight turns or when backing up, the Equal-i-zer hitch saves time and effort.
“We’re incredibly grateful to our customers for once again voting Equal-i-zer as America’s Favorite Hitch,” said Rich Elliott, vice president of Sales and Marketing. “Your trust means everything to us. A huge thank you to our dealers, distributors, and our hardworking team for their dedication to building the safest, most reliable sway control hitch out there. We couldn’t do it without you!”
