Dedicated CanBus Towbar electrics

Why we Fit Dedicated CanBus Towing Electrics…

Two types of tow bar electrics exist: Can Bus and Universal Bypass. We don't fit Universal bypass electrics due to the unreliability and the safety issues when towing. We do fit dedicated CanBus electronics, so here's a little about them from one of our suppliers......
Towbar Price

Tow Bar Prices

How much for a tow bar? It all depends on the type of tow bar, the sort of electrics you need fitted, and who is fitting it. What we can tell you is that tow bar supply and fitting isn't cheap. With new vehicles having high-tech parts and the need for aftermarket...

March Update

Spring is starting to spring, and we’re all looking forward to brighter evenings and warmer sunny days. March is the ideal time to get your towbar fitted. It’s just before the towbar season kicks off and just before the towbar manufacturers' annual price increases on...

New Car Towbars.

We get lots of phone calls from people needing a tow bar for their new car, especially those with new models. Unfortunately, sometimes getting a tow bar is impossible because the aftermarket tow bar for the particular vehicle hasn't been manufactured yet, or is still...
Towing a Horse Box

Towing a Horse Box.

The priority when towing a horse trailer is getting your horse or horses to their destination safely. The tow vehicle needs to be in good condition and capable of towing a trailer that weighs around 1,300 kg for a single horse and 1700kg for a twin horse box with two...

Universal Towbar Wiring Warning.

As you might already know, two types of tow bar wiring can be fitted to your vehicle. Universal Wiring and Vehicle-specific dedicated wiring. Once an industry standard, Universal wiring is the old way to connect up your vehicle’s towing electrics.  Scotch Lock...
Guide to Aftermarket Towbars

Aftermarket Towbars: All You Need to Know.

Aftermarket Towbars: All You Need to Know. This document explores aftermarket tow bars and tow bar installation. It discusses the different types of tow bars, the towing electrics, and other information you need to know when buying a tow bar for your vehicle. What...
Tesla Tow Bars

Towbars for Tesla Cars: A Guide to Towing with Tesla Vehicles Tesla, renowned for its innovative electric vehicles (EVs), has made significant strides in sustainability and performance. While many associate Tesla cars with sleek design and impressive acceleration,...
Towbar Fitting Warning.

Dangers of Self-fit Towbars.

Everyone likes to save a few quid wherever they can, and savings can be quite substantial if you fit your own tow bar and wiring.  However, saving a few pennies can often lead to costing a fortune.  Read on… With towbar supply and fitting prices being so...
Towbar Electrics Special Offer

Towbar Electrics Vehicle Coding

We now offer FREE vehicle coding to Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) vehicles, including 2024 models, with every tow bar fitted. When a vehicle is fitted with a dedicated tow bar wiring loom, in most cases, the vehicle software needs updating so that the towing safety...
Towbar Fitting Spring 2024 News

Towbar Fitting Spring 2024 News

Tow Bar News It's still cold and wet here in Sheffield at the moment (February) However, hopefully, the weather will change for the better and we will all be thinking about enjoying the great outdoors. This year's tow bar fitting season seems to have started earlier...

Great News for Ultimate Towbars.

Great News for Ultimate Towbars.

It's always great news when someone gets recognised for their hard work and abilities, This week we're over the moon to hear that James, our technical director and tow bar expert, received confirmation for becoming a fellow of the Institute of the Motoring Industry...

Christmas Opening Times and Winter Tow Bar Fitting.

Christmas Opening Times and Winter Tow Bar Fitting.

Christmas Opening Times Our hard working team do an amazing job throughout the year.  However, when Christmas arrives we are at the mercy of the manufacturers, suppliers, and the weather. All of the tow bar manufacturers and suppliers close down over the...

Towbars and MOT Tests

Towbars and MOT Tests

An essential safety critical part of your vehicle, tow bars, and their associated electrics are part of the M.O.T test. Therefore, it is a good idea to know what the M.O.T tester will be looking at and the tow bar-related reasons why your vehicle might fail its M.O.T...

Kia EV6 Towbar Fitting

Kia EV6 Towbar Fitting

The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), and one model that has been turning heads is the Kia EV6. As an emblem of Kia's commitment to sustainability and innovation, the EV6 is poised to redefine the...

Tow Bar Safety: Your Ultimate Guide to Safe Towing

Tow Bar Safety: Your Ultimate Guide to Safe Towing

Introduction Towing is getting more common, whether it's hauling a caravan for a family holiday trip or moving heavy equipment for work. However, it is essential to understand that towing comes with its own set of responsibilities and safety measures. The most...

Plug and Play Tow Bar Wiring Myth.

Plug and Play Tow Bar Wiring Myth.

We've been having a lot of phone calls lately requesting Plug and Play tow bar wiring kits. So, I thought we should give you the information needed regarding plug-and-play tow bar wiring. Plug-and-Play means that a device can be added to a computer system with minimal...

Torque Volvo UK Event.

Torque Volvo UK Event.

This year’s event (2023) was hosted on Sunday the 17th of September at Evington Airfield in Yorkshire. Home of the Yorkshire Air Museum, Evington Airfield is well known as one of the top venues to hold Motorsport events. With Volvo owners, their families, friends, and...

Fitting a Tow Bar to a Leased Vehicle

Fitting a Tow Bar to a Leased Vehicle

Do you have, or are thinking about getting a leased vehicle and need a tow bar? Firstly it’s very common for leased cars and vans to have aftermarket tow bars fitted to them  Unless the leasing companies included the right to have a tow bar fitted to their...