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  What are some important towing tips I should know? 21 Oct 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Could you offer some towing advice?
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  Can you suggest a really good tow car? 16 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am self employed and run a touring caravan hire company, so I tow caravans up to 25,000 miles per year. Max weight of caravans towed is 1900kg and economy...
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  Is the BMW 320d auto suitable for towing a caravan? 16 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a BMW 320d Auto GT M Sport, do these cars have a problem with towing because of the auto gearbox? If they do, does this apply to...
• Towing broken-down vehicles. 5 Feb 2010 (Forum)
  From the "ran out of petrol" thread. What's the relevant law on this? I can't find definitive answers. Anyone? I do seem to remember that there's a maximum distance between vehicles, and that one may not tow a motorcycle behind a car, but that towing a motorcycle with another motorcycle
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  Can I tow a caravan with my hybrid? 19 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mercedes C200 mild hybrid. Can I tow a caravan with this make and model?
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  Will my Renault Captur tow a caravan? 19 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a Renault Captur 0.9-litre TCe petrol. Can I use it to tow a 870kg caravan?
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  Towing with an automatic Rover 14 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I've just bought a Rover 75 2.5l petrol automatic. It will be used occasionally to tow a small 2-berth caravan. It's 11 years old and done 60'000 miles....
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  Can I fit a towbar to a Skoda Octavia Scout? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a 2014 Skoda Octavia Scout for towing a caravan. But Skoda say they cannot fit a tow bar to this car and I can't find anyone to supply...
• tow rod/brace or rope? 8 Jan 2002 (Forum)
  I'm towing a car this evening to a garage about 8miles away. I bought a tow brace/rod to do this. It's about 2m long and has a spring damper in it. Is there any specifc advice to take on board when towing a car with such a device and for that matter any general towing advice. Is a tow rod
• Petrol or Diesel for towing 2 Jun 2008 (Forum)
  We tow a caravan (1387kg loaded). For some reason I have presumed that diesel is better for towing but is that really the case? Advice appreciated!
• tow ropes 21 Dec 2007 (Forum)
  saw a van try to drive between two towed vehicles today,he broke the towing rope,it made me larf anyway.............. next
• whats the actual law? - towing with an A frame 9 Oct 2020 (Forum)
  Been scouring the net for a while and cant find a definate answer to this one. What is the law with regards to towing a vehicle on an A frame set up that bolts to the lower arms? I know I need to fix a light board to the back of the towed vehicle to ensure there are visible signals
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  What do you suggest as a good family tow car? 27 Jun 2019 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a family car that can tow a 1690Kg but still be economical on my daily 15 commute to work. My price range £17,000 to £21,000.
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  Towing licence 7 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Myself and my husband passed our driving tests in 2000 so missed the change in 1997. We have category B licences. Are we allowed to tow a caravan? The...
• Tow bar height, caravan weight, rear suspension 8 Sep 2001 (Forum)
  I have seen many cars towing caravans with sagging rear suspension, the tow bar height is therefore lower than it should be. When a caravan is towed, the weight of the van lowers the suspension even more and so the tow bar is even lower - hence more weight is applied to the tow bar. I am thinking
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  Can the Toyota Hilux's towing capacity be increased? 31 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Can you modify the Hilux to be able to increase its towing capacity above 2250kg?
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  What is the maximum towing weight for the Vauxhall Mokka? 25 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2015 Vauxhall Mokka CDTI eco, what is the maximum braked trailer weight it can tow?
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  Which large SUV is capable of towing a large caravan? 11 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I am buying a large caravan and would appreciate your advice on which large car would suit my needs and budget with which to tow it. I can go up to about...
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  Do I have to inform my insurer if I have a tow bar fitted? 26 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Do I have to inform my insurer if I have a tow bar fitted? It will be only for a small two-wheeled trailer.
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  Can I tow a caravan with an electric car? 12 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  Are any electric cars able to tow caravans?