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• Towing with autos 29 Jan 2003 (Forum)
  Copied this statement from practical caravan website, is this a true statement? "Auto transmissions are far superior at towing than manuals, providing adequate cooling is provided. Usually the standard cooler is not up to the job." (regarding auto against manual).
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  Where can I get a tow hitch for my 1997 Volvo 940 estate in France? 25 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I live in France and I'm in the process of gathering quotes to have a tow hitch fitted to my 1997 Volvo 940 estate, which is a late 2.3 T version. So far,...
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  I need help narrowing down my options for a car purchase? 14 Sep 2018 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a 4WD car to tow two large horses, so towing capacity must not be less than 2.5 tonnes. I travel some 12,500 miles per year, most of it...
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  Can you suggest a PHEV that can be fitted with a tow bar for carrying bikes? 23 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
  We currently run a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer PHEV Hybrid. We also have a couple of e-bikes. The car can't be fitted with a tow-bar, for attachment of...
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  Rules about towing caravans? 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have over 40 incident-free years of driving behind me, and for the past six and a half years I've been driving a small campervan, no larger than some...
• Coming to traffic cop tv soon !. 5 Jan 2007 (Forum)
  Hi , I witnessed an accident which may eventualy be seen on traffic cop tv. Ahead of me on the A1 dual carriageway a patrol car was following (well back) a car being towed at 50 mph by another car, the car being towed did not have an "on tow" sign in the rear. The tow car was, in my opinion
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  Looking for a good towing vehicle for horse-box or caravan? 12 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We currently have a Touran 2.0 diesel and an old Sharan 2.0 petrol. The Sharan is due to be replaced, and I'd like to find a replacement that would be...
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  Which pick-up for towing? 21 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a pick-up to tow a 1700 kg caravan. Narrowed it down to Isuzu D-Max or Volswagen Amarok. Which would you recommend?
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  Tow car behind motorhome 2 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a small car to tow behind my motorhome. My limit is £3250 and thinking of a Ka, Matiz, Smart. I am prepared to go to auction or private....
• Volkswagen Passat - Experince of towing with 4motion passat 21 Apr 2012 (Forum)
  Hi Guys Anyone have any experince of towing with a Passat 4 motion 2.0TDi ? I have had three Passats in the past, all great cars but not used for towing but thinking of giving up my Landrover & buying 4motion Passat as my other Passats always gave me such good reliability
• What tow car ? 25 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  i need a new vehicle to tow my boat and general motoring. i will be towing approx 1600kg. ideally dont want to spend more than about 4k. want good mileage and need to sometimes take 5 people. people have suggested seat alhambra 1.9 110 bhp, others volvo v 70 2.5 diesel, or even passat but not sure
• Best 4X4 for Towing at Weekends? 10 Aug 2003 (Forum)
  Hi there I would like some advice on best 4x4 for towing a horsebox (max all up weight 2500 kg) at weekends but running to work during the week. In other words, I want reasonable fuel economy 5 days a week and the ability to tow me and my beloved safely up hill and down dale at weekends
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• VW Golf 3 Towing eye! 10 Jun 2004 (Forum)
  I haven't got a user manual for my wifes Mark 3 Gof, does any one have a clue on how to fit the front towing eye and where it goes? I'm stumped!
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  A faulty tow bar caused damage to our car - who is liable? 5 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
  We purchased a used BMW X5 from Vines in Redhill. The car already had a detachable tow bar attached. BMW didnt supply the key for it so we never removed...
• Tow Car 29 Jun 2023 (Forum)
  Hi, I currently do around 20000 miles per year in a ford fiesta. I now am needing to tow occasionally (maybe 8 weekends a year) and so need a new car. The towing weight will be low, approx 1000kg. My budget is £20000 and ideally would like 2019 or newer. Due to a long
• Mercedes Benz C220 Sport - Tear Wear due to towing a Caravan 21 Jul 2015 (Forum)
  I had my tyres checked prior to a 2000 mile caravan towing holiday & all ok. On my return the fronts tyres were badly worn on the outer edges I took the car into my local tyre specialist who thought it was tracking but on checking it found it to be spot on. Due
• any - buying a car that's been towing - would you? 24 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  I'm still on the hunt for a diesel estate.....   I keep seeing nice models on 'trader but then see that they've got a towbar fitted. Am i right to run a mile at the thought? I know there's a world of difference between towing a little trailer to the tip, or a small
• Towing weight law 28 Nov 2002 (Forum)
  Does anyone know the exact legal implications of towing a trailer that takes you over the limitations (trailer weight limit, gross train weight etc.) in the car handbook. I know there's advice about trailer weight not exceeding 85% of the kerb weight, and such like. And I wouldn't be surprised
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  I need an economical 4x4 for towing - what do you suggest? 11 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
  What's the most economical and cheapest to run SUV 4x4? I want the versatility of about town (driving short mileage) as well as being able to tow my horse...