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  What would you suggest as a cheap towing car? 23 May 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I have about £6500 (including trade) to spend on something bigger to replace my Vauxhall Corsa. I need something that's able to tow our track cars (a 2003...
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  Can you recommend a hybrid estate that'll be suitable for dogs and towing? 12 Feb 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking to replace my Mistubishi Outlander PHEV. I need an estate car with hybrid/plug-in, large boot (I've got dogs) and, ideally, occasional 4WD....
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  Automatic gearboxes and towing - what do I need to know? 25 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
  Could you tell me what I need to look out for on my Volvo XC60 when towing a 1500kg caravan? The car has the eight-speed automatic gearbox, will I need...
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  What is the maximum permitted trailer weight when towing with a Category B licence? 2 May 2011 (Ask HJ)
  What is the maximum permitted trailer weight when towing with a Category B licence? How does this change when the licence holder has categories B and E?...
• 2001 306 Hdi - Electrical fault 9 Oct 2018 (Forum)
  Slowed down at roundabout, car lost power then picked up again. Did this a couple of times more and then stopped and wouldn't start again. Plenty of power in battery but wouldn't fire up, RAC called out but they couldn't find the fault so towed to local garage.  Had ignition
• EVs - are any rated for towing? 1 Dec 2014 (Forum)
  need it. The main issue in Europe is that most EVs (? all ?) have a zero towing limit so can't use any form of trailer - we also have stricter trailer regulations than the US. It might be a solution, though.
• Vauxhall Vivaro - towing with a van 24 Mar 2010 (Forum)
  hi, i am looking at purchasing an 03 Vivaro and have a few questions.  the particular one i am looking at is a 1.9Di 2700. i have a caravan i'd like to tow with it when going on holiday - caravan MtPLM 1250kg.  Likely to be any issues?  according to whattowcar
• Jeep Patriot (2007 - ) - 09 2.0d Front Tow Ball 1 Jan 2010 (Forum)
  I intend to buy a new (and economical) vehicle. The vehicle will pull a trailer loaded at no more than 1000kg. Would it be a simple matter to fit a tow ball on the front of the Patriot in order to make moving trailers in restricted areas a little easier ? I might also like to fit a 12V winch
• Tow Bars, Personalised number plates & the MOT 29 Apr 2009 (Forum)
  Haven't seen it mentioned on this site yet to here goes....... W.e.f. yesterday tow bars will be subject to inspection in the annual MOT. http://www.tinyurl.com/d5y7yw You will be aware that it was proposed that prat plates would be no no'd at a MOT but this was dropped. Possible
• Range Rover towing weight 2 Dec 2004 (Forum)
  to the effect that a 4.4l Range Rover can easily tow a 44 tonne artic - is that plausible? As I said, I was only skimming and didn't get a chance to fully read the arcticle so may have got the wrong end of the stick.... Chad.
• Towing with new Mondeo 3 Mar 2003 (Forum)
  Anybody got any experience of towing a caravan with the new 2.0 and 1.8 petrol models, please? Can\'t afford a TDCi, and anyway I\'ve been a bit put off by all the starting problems etc highlighted in this forum, so I may look for a used petrol model. HJ mentioned some time back that early LX
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  Suitable tow cars 18 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We used to own a Rover Landrover 3 (from new) but after 3 years and as soon as warranty had run out we changed it for a BMW 5 series touring model 520...
• 2007 mercedes e class saloon 2990 cc 7 speed auto - Towing a caravan 6 May 2016 (Forum)
  I want to fit a tow bar to draw a caravan up to the recommended caravan/car weight ratio limit.  The car is as it left the factory unmodified.   The local franchised dealer has confirmed a price of 'at least £4000' but likely considerably more because he says the car
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  Part exchange price on a Terrano? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2002 Nissan Terrano SE 2.7 turbo diesel which I am looking at changing. I am interested in what price I could expect to receive in a part exchange....
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  Chipping an Octavia 24 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I want a cheap and nasty way to chip my Skoada Octavia, as I am lacking in power to tow my caravan over the hills in France and Europe. Not bothered...
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  Changing Terrano for Seat Alhambra 29 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  We tow our caravan (mtpl 1430 cwt) with a 2004 Terrano three-door. We are considering buying a 2005 SEAT Alhambra Stylance, the main reasons being comfort...
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  Romany Vanohitch 14 Mar 2009 (Ask HJ)
  We are considering buying a people carrier, for the purpose of towing a caravan. Could you suggest such a vehicle suitable to tow a Fleetwood Sonata 25ft...
• Mercedes Benz V-Class (1996 - 2003) - Towing for work 10 Jan 2008 (Forum)
  Hi everyone been a while since I posted but I have a question that no one at work can asnwer. As part of my job I am going to have to tow a trailer of equipment with one of the company vehicles (Merc V280). The trailer weight is upto 1.5 tonnes and the vehicle weight is about 2.5 tonnes so I am
• Towing a new caravan - what with? 1 Jun 2007 (Forum)
  I am looking at a caravan (I can hear the boos and hisses already). My knowledge of them dates from the 1970's - i.e. 2 litre car tows a5 berth caravan. 2007 - Apparently not or at least not with my 2 ltr car. The problem is that a caravan to meet the family needs is around 1500Kg +/- A budget
• Tow bar applications on Audi A2 7 Feb 2006 (Forum)
  Iam led to believe A2 cannot receive an aftermarket towbar.Supposedly this due to alloy chassis and steel towbar causing electrolisis. Anyone disagree...