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How To Check Your Vehicles Towing Capacity
It is essential to know the towing capacity of your vehicle. We often get asked what the towing capacity is of a towbar but the vehicle...

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Sep 23, 20244 min read


UK towing laws: What every driver should know
UK Towing Laws: A Comprehensive Guide for Drivers Towing a trailer, caravan, or other vehicle behind your car or van in the UK involves...

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Aug 13, 20244 min read


Towing with an electric vehicle
Towing with an Electric Vehicle: What You Need to Know As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, many drivers are wondering how...

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Jul 17, 20244 min read


The Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Right Towbar For Your Vehicle- Dive into the various towbar types available and tips for selecting the ideal match for your vehicle
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Towbar for Your Vehicle Whether you’re towing a trailer, caravan, boat, horsebox or bike rack,...

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May 8, 20249 min read


What are the Major Changes to the Highway Code and How Will They Impact Drivers?
Key Changes to the Highway Code in 2024 As of 2024, several important updates have been made to the Highway Code, aimed at enhancing road...

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Apr 23, 20242 min read


Understanding Trailer Sway and How to Prevent It
Trailer sway is a common concern for anyone who tows a trailer, whether for recreational purposes or work. Understanding what causes trailer sway and how to prevent it can enhance safety and improve your towing experience. This blog post will delve into the mechanics of trailer sway, its causes, and effective prevention strategies. What is Trailer Sway? Trailer sway refers to the side-to-side movement of a trailer while being towed. This phenomenon can occur suddenly and can


Essential Guide to Troubleshooting Towbar Electrics and Common Faults
When towing a trailer, ensuring that your vehicle’s tow bar electrics are working correctly is vital for your safety and the safety of others. Ineffective lighting or brakes can lead to accidents or unexpected breakdowns. This guide will help you understand common faults in towbar electrics and how to address them effectively. Understanding Towbar Electrics Towbar electrics connect your vehicle's lights and braking systems to the trailer. This connection allows the trailer’s


Detachable Swan Neck System And How To Get The Best From Your Detachable Towbar
The majority of swan neck detachable range are 'vertical' (VK) systems which in most cases are invisible kits that are fully hidden behind the bumper once the detachable neck is removed. Most VK detachable towbars come complete with a single fold away electrical socket plate which enables the towbar electrics to be moved up behind the bumper when not in use. For security purposes, all detachable necks are lockable and come with a set of keys to ensure peace of mind when the
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