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What car for towing 2100kg horsebox 21 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
My wife's car (1999 Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi) needs to be replaced with something which can legally tow a horse box, pony and horse at 2100 kg. We would want... -
Is an Up automatic good for towing behind a motor home? 28 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Would the VW Up with the automatic gearbox be a suitable car to tow behind a Motorhome for a sustained journey, ie not just for a limited period or very... -
What's the best 3.5 tonne tow car for under £15k? 16 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
My partner is looking for a vehicle that is capable of towing 3.5 tonnes (horsebox and horses). Ideally, an automatic that costs less than £15,000 to buy... -
What can I tow with a Toyota Prius? 9 Aug 2018 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2016 Toyota Prius and I have just heard I can tow with it. Do you know what type of lightweight trailer tent would be best for this activity?... -
Need a used pick-up for caravan towing 1 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my 1994 Volvo 960 estate (bought new and with 120k miles on clock) which has been used for past seven years for general lugging and caravan... -
What seven-seater can your recommend for towing a caravan? 19 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
What seven-seater can your recommend for towing a caravan? -
BMW X5 - is it any good for towing? 8 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a new car, can you tell me if the BMW X5 is any good for towing? -
Was someone's car towed away for blocking their own driveway? 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I was told recently that you reported an incident where someone's car was towed away for blocking off their own driveway. Is this so or was someone winding... -
Need an SUV to tow a caravan - what's best? 15 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I need a new SUV 4x4 to tow a 1500kg caravan. I don’t need seven seats, but may need to drive through shallow water occasionally. What do you recommend?... -
Upgrading a BMW X3 for towing 6 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I seem to remember seeing an HJ answer about the BMW X3 needing significant upgrades when being equipped for towing. I think an improved cooling fan and... -
I want to tow a horse box - what car offers the best 4WD? 18 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
What's the best 4WD vehicle for towing a horse box? -
Would a non-manufacturer tow bar invalidate my warranty? 3 Nov 2020 (Ask HJ)
I want to fit a tow bar to my 2016 BMW X3. I can get one fitted by an independent garage for about £650 or from BMW for close to £3000. There seems to... -
Can I tow my car home if it has failed its MoT? 7 Nov 2023 (Ask HJ)
My car has failed its MoT and I want to get it to my house without paying a recovery company. It is still taxed and insured, my licence allows me to tow... -
What SUV do you recommend for towing a 1200kg trailer? 18 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I want an automatic crossover/SUV capable of towing 1200kg, preferably with a wet clutch. My budget is £25,000 to £30,000. I fancy the new Ford Focus and... -
How much weight is it safe to tow with our car? 14 Jul 2018 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in a 2.5i Subaru Outback which is plated to tow 2 tonnes. Our trailer plus horse is 1350kg. 85% of the Outback's kerb weight of 1612kg... -
Towing with a Focus Ecoboost? 6 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
Just bought an Ford Focus Ecoboost 1.0 from dealer. Told them I didn't drive many miles except in July/August so asked if I should buy this or diesel 1.6... -
A seven seater for towing a caravan 23 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Currently we have a 1.6-litre petrol 54 plate Zafira which is ideal sized as we occaisionally fill 6 - 7 seats with adults in the back row or load up the... -
Can you recommend a used car for towing a small caravan? 15 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
We're buying a small Caravan (about 900kg) and would like to upgrade our 2007 Honda Civic 1.4 automatic. We have a budget of £5000. We'd like to balance... -
Has towning my Galaxy caused damage? 31 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My automatic Ford Galaxy was towed off the ground. I was told it was the alternator. Not so - the car starts but gears are not engaging properly. Is it... -
Will a manufacturer-fitted tow bar count as a modification? 29 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have just ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross for expected delivery early next year. We have ordered a factory fit tow bar/tow ball kit in order to carry...
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