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Most recently answered towing questions

What is the best small petrol car for towing a maximum of 750kg?

Is it safe to have my rear-wheel drive automatic car towed?

I have a Jaguar S-Type 2.7-litre diesel automatic. In event of a breakdown, which seems quite likely, is it possible to tow this car without causing damage to the transmission?

Need a capable 4x4 for light off-roading and towing

I am looking to buy a vehicle for my 20-minute commute. The car will also need to cope with occasional off-road towing of a 750kg trailer. I cover 15-20,000 miles a year and don't want an automatic. I've...

I need help narrowing down my options for a car purchase?

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 towing and usually reasonable distances (100 miles...

Is it legal for me to tow my friend's uninsured classic car to a garage?

I have been asked by a friend to tow his 1976 Volkswagen Beetle to a specialist garage for repair. The Beetle is not MoT'd or insured. It's MoT exempt and not running. I have a recovery A frame and will...