The new Volkswagen Multivan is an attempt to square this circle. Despite appearances, the name, and being manufactured by VW Commercial Vehicles, it’s not based on a van at all. Instead, it’s a bespoke people mover (mostly) based on the same MQB as an infinity of other Volkswagen Group products, while successfully evolving all the clever interior features that have made generations of Caravelle so popular with practical lifestyle buyers (and executive transport firms).
It’s also the first VW of this type with plug-in hybrid power, comes with DSG as standard, and is available with a reasonably high level of tech, including up to 25 driver assistance features and standard-fit LED lighting.
There are two lengths, seven seats, and you can have it in a somewhat exotic range of colours – including some slightly challenging two-tone hues. These and the new chrome beltline option are an attempt to marry the Multivan’s aero- and safety-optimised exterior design with the cultish Microbus heritage.
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If you want us to carry out the install then simply enter your registration number in our registration search tool, to generate a quote in less than 60 seconds.
If you are still unsure about what electrics to use for your towbar fitting, then please don’t hesitate to contact us:
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Customer service is a main priority at Telford Towbars our team of highly trained technicians and support team are always here to help and go the extra mile! Don’t believe us? Check out of 5* google reviews!
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This new second-generation Lexus NX is representative of a new attitude from the Japanese premium brand. It’s the first Lexus to be developed under a new strategy that its chief engineer says is bringing the brand back to basics, with a more self-critical approach. And it’s also the first Lexus ever to come with plug-in hybrid power – drivetrain technology that, until now, has been out of favour with Lexus despite its long track record of electrification.
Below we have one of the new generation Lexus 450h in at Telford towbar for a detachable towbar and 13 pin vehcicle specific electrics.
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If you want us to carry out the install then simply enter your registration number in our registration search tool, to generate a quote in less than 60 seconds.
If you are still unsure about what electrics to use for your towbar fitting, then please don’t hesitate to contact us:
Booking is simple you can call us on: +44 (0)1952 608750
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The Mustang Mach-E is an blend of past, present and future. It mixes a distinguished name from the 1960s with an SUV body that is very much of the moment, and on-trend fully electric power.
The all-new electric car is an alternative to SUV EVs such as the Tesla Model X, Mercedes EQC, Audi e-tron and Skoda Enyaq.
Ford Mach-E Towing capacity.
The all new ford Mach-E has a towing capacity of 750kgs so it gives the driver the perfect oppourtunity to have a towbar installed for the purpose of towing a small un braked trailer or bike carrier. Take a look below at our recent install of a detachable towbar and 13 pin electrics.#
Our quick video below show how easy the bar is to remove and detach. Once the bar is removed and the electrics pushed into the storage position it leaves the Mustang Mach-E looking like no bar is fitted at all. Take a look for yourself here https://fb.watch/cdsArGVDLo/
If you would like to get a quote for the New Ford Mach-E simply visit https://www.telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/search/car-reg-search enter your reg number and get a quote in less than 30 seconds. Dont forget every customer get free entry to the Ironbridge George Museums so even if you live a distance away from us book in take a free loan car and have a day out on us for up to 6 people https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/2021/09/28/free-entry-to-the-ironbridge-gorge-museum-for-all-our-customers/
The IONIQ 5 is the first from the ground up electric vehicle. The good news is that the IONIQ 5 can actually tow and a very reasonable/practical towing capacity of 1,600 kg too. The IONIQ 5 is based on a new dedicated electric vehicle platform called the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) which other full-electric Hyundai vehicles will be based on. Hyundai sibling brand KIA is also using this platform with the EV6 which shares similar specifications to the IONIQ 5.
We have now supplied many Towbar & Electrics for the New Hyindai Ioniq 5 please visit our shop should you wish to purchase the associated parts.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Detachable Towbar https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/product/hyundai-ioniq-5-detachable-towbar/
Hyundai Ioniq 5 7 pin dedicated towing electrics https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/product/hyundai-ioniq-5-2021-onwards-7-pin-towing-electrics-ki13607m/
Hyundai Ioniq 5 13 pin dedicated towing electrics https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/product/hyundai-ioniq-5-2021-onwards-13-pin-towing-electrics-ki13613m/
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So as you can see from the key specs above, there are two towing capacity ratings for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. If you opt for the Standard Range version with rear-wheel drive (SR RWD) it is limited to towing up to 750 kg. However, if you opt for either of the Long Range variants with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive you get a towing capacity of 1,600 kg.
There are many car-bike racks on the market, so finding the right one can be tricky. However, here at Telford Towbars  we’ve done the research for you and compiled a list of the top four car bike racks in that we recommend. So, without further ado, here are the best car bike racks on the market! Whether you’re looking for something simple and easy to use or something more robust, we’ve got you covered.
A question to ask yourself is how frequently do you need to carry bikes?
How many bikes?
And…
Which vehicle or vehicles will you be using?
You may require a bike rack for your motorhome?
We are happy to advise you on any of the above here at Telford Towbars.
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Another question before you start looking is how are you planning to carry the bikes?
There are many factors to consider, and one of the most important things is the value of your bike. There is no point in risking a cheap bike car rack if your bike is worth a few thousand pounds!
Bikes vary so much in cost, style, size and weight all these need to be considered.
The main types of bike rack are roof-mounted, boot or trunk-mounted and towbar or hitch-mounted.
This is one of the best bike racks for cars currently in the UK.
The Thule ProrRide is a great choice and is ideal if your bike has mudguards, because rack wont interfere with them which is different to those bike racks that hold the bike by the wheels.
You do have to clamp directly onto the down tube bike, however the jaws have been designed to minimize the risk of damage.
This hauls one bike and requires a base bar system.
If you have a Thule or other base bar system or you have a vehicle that already has factory cross bars. The RockyMounts versatile TomaHawk upright bike rack is really ideal.
This bike rack is very versatile and it can haul all sort of bikes including kids bikes.
Loading a bike onto the rack is quite easy because RockyMounts roof racks include tabs so the wheel straps are kept out of the way.
Loading a bike is relatively easy since RockyMounts includes tabs to keep the rack’s wheel straps out of the way.
A disadvantage maybe that the lock on the base rack doesn’t rate as a top scorer.
Storage wise it folds down well.
Many e-bikes are just too heavy to lift onto a car roof or load into a hatchback. This clever – but very expensive – rack might be the answer to your problems if your car has a tow ball. Being low to the ground it’s a lot easier to lift e-bikes or heavy mountain bikes into place. They are held in position using adjustable and removable arms with clamps which click loudly when at the correct tension, so you won’t damage expensive frames. The whole assembly can be tilted out of the way of your rear tailgate at the press of a foot pedal, so you can still access the boot.
The cleverest feature of the XT 2 is its ability to fold up for easy storage in a garage or shed – there’s even a built-in carrying handle to make it easier to move around. Its big brother, the XT 3, even has a wheel so you don’t even need to lift it. The design includes built-in rear lights and a number plate holder.
Finally, we recommend the Menabo Carriers these are available in various sizes for carrying up to four bikes;
Have a look to see if we have the right one for you?
 That’s it for our list of the best car bike racks in UK. We hope you found this post helpful and that it has given you a good idea of what to look for when purchasing your own bike rack. If you have any questions or would like some help finding the perfect product for your needs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us here at Telford Towbars. We offer a wide range of car bike carriers and accessories, all of which are available for purchase on our website. Thanks for reading!
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With new sophisticated safety systems and features being incorporated into today’s vehicles, manufacturers have had to re-think the way in which these systems can communicate to each other effectively. “CANbus systems†are therefore becoming much more common in today’s vehicles than previous analogue “wiring loomsâ€. But what are the differences between the two systems, and what are the advantages…
CAN stands for “Controlled Area Network“.
Originally developed in the early 1980’s by the Robert Bosch corporation, for automotive applications. The use of Can bussed systems allows the manufacturers of automotive vehicles to seriously reduce the cost in vehicle construction by incorporating CAN technology. The older technologies consisted of many metres of heavy cable combined with switches, relays and fuses. This proved heavy and expensive, so the creation of a CAN network now consisted of fewer wires and control units communicating through a single pair of twisted wires as the transmission medium and because CAN’s are now used in such huge volumes, all the components are extremely affordable. Its high transfer rate and high transmitter reliability, as well as the ability to recognise data error, makes it ideal in electrical noisy environment
In automotive CAN applications, the instrument panel, power windows, body accessories and even many sensors and actuators all have their own individual mini-control unit. All the units, known technically as ‘nodes’, communicate with each other through a single pair of wires. These are twisted together to ensure minimum interference and is broadly known as the ‘data bus’.
All the data on the bus is addressed to a specific node or group of nodes by function, not location. The relevant nodes respond to a particular pre-programmed protocol. For example, the vehicle speed sensor will put its data on the bus, and every other control unit that needs vehicle speed information will receive it directly without having to go to an alternative central control unit.
Because there are multiple units sharing a single bus, every data package includes a priority code. This will ensure, for instance, that if the ABS control unit and the lighting unit both send a message to the BCM (Body Control Module), the critical ABS system message gets to go first.
CAN technology will significantly reduce the number of connector pins and wires in the vehicle. With extra ‘blank’ connectors built into the network loop, or with a splice kit for adding connectors, nodes can be added on the production line (or even aftermarket) without running a new wiring harness. However, designers have built in more than one network on the vehicle, linked by ‘gateways’ where appropriate. The mission-critical nodes will be linked on a high-speed Class C network that can operate in virtual real-time. Less critical items, such as the instrument panel, lighting systems will use a slower Class B network, and ‘occasionally used’ body accessories, such as power windows are likely to use a Class A network.
*Activated driver assistance systems inform the driver about all relevant data being transferred around the vehicle – the corresponding display is then activated either in the instrument display or on a centre panel display. Computers for engine and transmission control or for lighting system management monitor the vehicle using the data transmitted via the CAN bus. The systems no longer operate in isolation alongside one another, but can now quickly react to the information from one another. The CAN bus is an optimal solution for managing all vehicle electrical and electronic functions.
As a result, effective fault monitoring and diagnosis of the systems are integrated into the CAN bus, defects can be localized more quickly and even temporarily compensated for by corresponding secondary systems. For example, a faulty tail light function can be temporarily replaced by a brake light bulb. The driver would instantly be informed of the failure in order to address the problem.
*Activated driver assistance system is hugely relevant for the towing customer.
Particular features such as ‘Trailer Stability Programs’ (TSP) are now being introduced and currently installed in nearly ALL new VAG vehicles, BMW X series and the newly produced GM vehicles. The alarming thing about these systems, are that they are a incredibly easy feature to install and activate when towing. With a change to the existing ESP, ( Electronic Stability Program) the vehicle is able to correct a ‘snake’ in a trailer or caravan. These systems are dormant in the software of the vehicle and brought into operation when the car detects a trailer connected.
This happens in a number of ways but the most common method is a signal generated by the towing module, which is recognised by the central computer. The signal is sent when a towing plug is inserted into the socket. The vehicle specific ‘Towing Electrics’ can also activate other features associated with towing. For systems such as TSP to operate it is essential to have a towbar wiring kit installation which communicates directly on the CAN bus.
With technology constantly being refined and improved, towing electrics have become as vital as any other electrical system in terms of safety. Therefore, it is CRITICAL to MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICE.
The alternative is to either choose the cheaper universal towing electrics solution or possibly worse, have this chosen for you by a towbar installer. This decision could affect every aspect of the safety of your vehicle and that of other road users.
REMEMBER: Choosing a universal by-pass electric installation WILL NOT allow certain safety systems to function!
Why not take a look at our range of vehicle specific Towbar wiring kits in our online store click here https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/product-category/right-connections-towing-electrics-vehicle-specific-towbar-electrics/
Following on from the success of the model S saloon and model X, the Model 3 shares those cars’ combination of clever battery technology, powerful electric motors and high-tech onboard systems. Outside, the Model 3 also shares its siblings styling, which easily flies under the radar – a stark contrast to the remarkably minimalist interior that’s all but bare except for a very large infotainment screen used to control pretty much everything in the vehicle. Many customer have the desire to carry bikes with the new Tesla and here we have the perfect solution. The Model S comes with a 750 kg towing capacity so any major towing is not an option, but for the purpose of carrying bikes the detachable towbar provides a safe and easy option. This towbar also provides a great nose weight of up to 91kgs giving plenty of scope to carry multiple bikes.
You can generate an instant quote for the towbar by clicking the link here https://www.telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/search/car-reg-search and dont forget to check out our range of bike carriers in the shop https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/product-category/bike-racks/
Shropshire is a beautiful, rural county in the West Midlands of England.
Caravanning in Shropshire offers you the chance to explore some of the most picturesque and tranquil countrysides in Britain. The rolling hills and lush valleys provide an unrivalled opportunity for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling or horse riding.
Many caravan parks across the county cater for all budgets, from campsites with basic amenities to luxury holiday parks with swimming pools and spa facilities.
You can find more information about caravanning in Shropshire on VisitShropshire’s website at- https://www.visitshropshire.co.uk/.
When exploring this site, make sure to check out our blog posts which will give you advice on how best to enjoy your time here, including where to go for great food or drink locally, what amenities are available at each park, and what activities they have on offer.
These are some of the areas that have campsites;
1. The Shropshire Hills
2. Telford
3. Bridgnorth
4. Ludlow
5. Edgmond
6. Much Wenlock
Don’t forget that our towbar fitting services are readily available if you need the advice to get your caravan or trailer to any of these beauty spots.
Based close to Shropshire, our installation specialists are happy to give you advice and fit the correct towbar safely and efficiently.
Don’t hesitate to contact us on 01952608750 or https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/.
At Oxon Hall Touring Park, owners can enjoy the best of both worlds. The site is one of our premium class caravan sites in Shropshire that’s open all year round and has an attractive parkland setting just a short bus ride from the town centre and is easily accessible by road network to Mid Wales & North Wales!
Bank Farm Caravan Park is a small, high-quality holiday park near Welshpool on the Shropshire/Mid Wales border. You’ll have access to nature trails through beautiful landscaping that abounds with wildlife and deer, sometimes even seen foraging in this lush 7-acre area!
Discover the rolling Corvedale Hills with a caravan, camping and glamping site. This haven of relaxation will leave you free to explore Shropshire by car or on foot while experiencing life at its finest!
This 12.5-acre park stands in the impressive lawned grounds of Stanmore Hall, a Grade Two listed building with historic interest that can be found at your fingertips! Caravan and motorhome owners enjoy luxury facilities as well as tranquil views across wooded parkland to a beautiful lake where there is plenty for wildlife lovers like you who visit every day – even if they’re just passing through on their way somewhere else.
Wayside is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and it’s located on the outskirts of Aston-on-Clun, which makes for an ideal getaway from any bustling city life. Ludlow can be found nearby with its picturesque surroundings that offer relaxed shopping in addition to all other amenities one could need when around Shropshire.
The Wayside campsite situated high up into Shropshire Hills – known locally as “the Wye valley” is considered by many people who’ve been there personally because they know what beauty awaits them inside this lush green landscape.
Let us help to get you here!
If you have any concerns about what type of towbar you need for your car, let us take that headache away from you.
Don’t hesitate to contact us at Telford Towbars.
Shropshire is a county that will be sure to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Pitch up at one of many camping or caravan sites in this idyllic setting, perhaps near Oswestry, which provides easy access into Wales on the other side (or over there). Tune out your worries as if they were never even there with an open space view like these; pitch down tent knowing everything around seems more pleasant because it really does seem like Shropshire time after all–and then enjoy some rest and relaxation.
Your car or van must have the best towbar fittings for your vehicle to help you have a relaxed and worry-free holiday.
If you’re looking for towbar specialists in Shropshire UK, then look no further. Telford Towbars is the premier choice for all your towing needs. We have a wide range of tow bars and accessories that are perfect for any vehicle type or budget.
Whether you want to buy online or visit us, we’ll help you find the right product at the best price possible. After all, it doesn’t matter how good a product is if it doesn’t work correctly! Our team of experts will advise which products suit your needs and ensure they fit perfectly with your car before installation.
When it comes to buying a towbar in Shropshire UK, there isn’t anyone better than us at what we do. So don’t delay – get in touch today by calling us on tel:01952608750. You can also send an email through our contact us page!
We look forward to hearing from you soon!
The UK is a nation of drivers, and we like to get out there on the road. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to have a car that can safely tow your caravan or trailer.
At Telford Towbars in Telford Shropshire, we have all the information you need to tow your caravan or trailer safely and efficiently. From what type of car is best suited for towing, how much weight can be pulled, and more! If you’re new to this world, then we are here to help. Our advice will make sure that your journey is safe and enjoyable every time.
You don’t want any surprises when it comes time to hit the road with your new caravan or trailer in tow. That’s why we provide everything you need right here on our website so that there are no unpleasant surprises along the way.
After spending lots of money on a holiday, the last thing anyone wants is that something unexpected like a faulty brake light switch could ruin it all at once!
So please read our blog post before heading out into the great unknown with us by your side every step of the way!
Safety is Essential
Click through now and learn about how Telford Towbars UK can help keep you safe while travelling with your caravan or trailer today! We even give you tips on how to reverse!
Telford Towbars are designed and installed to be used with any vehicle, and we will help you overcome these problems so that you can go anywhere with complete confidence. Our towbars for cars or vans are made from high-quality materials, and they come with all of the fittings, clamps, bolts etc., needed to install them properly onto your vehicle. We have state of the art bays for you to bring your car or van to be fitted with the correct towbar! by our expert team here in Telford.
So what are you waiting for? Get yours today!
Remember!
If you want a hassle-free road trip, make sure that the car and tow bar is secure. There’s no point in putting yourself or those around you in a potentially dangerous situation when there is an easy fix: securing all connections first.
The maximum towing weight for your vehicle is a critical factor and can be challenging to find.
On the road, you might not know the correct weight limit of your car. This means that you could exceed it and damage your vehicle or, even worse, cause an accident!
Telford Towbars UK has created a search engine that will help you find this information in seconds. Our website also allows customers to purchase tow bars online with free delivery on orders over £50 (excl VAT). We have been selling tow bars since 2002, and we are proud of our A+ rating from Trustpilot and our 5-star reviews on Facebook and Google+.
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A towbar is a device that you can use on your car to hook up to the base plate on your trailer or caravan so that your car pulls it smoothly and safely without you worrying too much!
We are the towbar specialists in Telford and work throughout the UK to make sure you are safe on the road when towing.
We all use our cars for different reasons and quite often you may need to have a tow bar installed on your car whether it is for a family holiday or taking a trailer full of garden waste to the recycling centre.
Some cars and vans may be fitted with a towbar as standard, however, the majority will have to have a towbar installed later.
As towbar specialists in Telford, we strongly recommend you use the experts when fitting a towbar safety is vital.
The first thing at Telford Towbars we help you with is what type of towbar and why?
We start by looking at what weight you may likely be towing and the contents of what you may need to tow?
There is a huge difference between a caravan and a trailer so we need to be sure before you invest in installing a towbar what you will be towing. Otherwise, it can become an expensive game!
The last thing you want is the bodywork of your car or van ripped away driving down the road as this would be very expensive!
As Towbar Specialists in Telford, our experts will make sure that nothing like that will happen. Compliance and safety is our priority we make sure that all our parts are road legal and safe.
Don’t worry if you only use your towbar for a few months in the year Telford towbar specialists offer annual checks of your vehicle for peace of mind.
It’s important you check you are licensed to tow anything on the roads. Remember learners are not allowed to tow on British roads and when you got your driving license may make a difference so, please check with the DVLA.
Choose from three types of Towbars:
1. Detached
2. Flange
3. Swan Neck
You are now a step closer to your mobile towbar fitting.
Once you have chosen what type of towbar, then you can select the type of electrics, or we can advise you.
Telford Towbar Specialists can help you with any queries you have about towbars. You can go onto our website to find out what type of towbar you need and the costing, you can book an appointment with us or you can simply call us on:
The first thing at Telford Towbars we help you with is what type of towbar and why?
Do we start by looking at what towbar towing weight you may likely be towing and the contents of what you may need to tow?
There is a huge difference between a caravan and a trailer so we need to be sure before you invest in installing a towbar what you will be towing. Otherwise, it can become an expensive game!
The last thing you want is the bodywork of your car or van ripped away driving down the road as this would be very expensive!
As Towbar Specialists in Telford, our experts will make sure that nothing like that will happen. Compliance and safety is our priority we make sure that all our parts are road legal and safe.
We always check the recommended weight limit when you are choosing your towbar.
Don’t worry if you only use your towbar for a few months in the year Telford towbar specialists offer annual checks of your vehicle for peace of mind.
It’s important you check you are licensed to tow anything on the roads. Remember learners are not allowed to tow on British roads and when you got your driving license may make a difference so, please check with the DVLA. For more information check out our page: https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/safe-and-legal-towing
As Towbar specialists in Telford, we do the fitting for all three.
How to choose your towbar?
1. Detached
2. Flange
3. Swan Neck
Don’t let us forget about towbar weight and capacity.
Details of the towing capacity for your vehicle that are found in the owner’s handbook, the manufacturer’s website and on other websites should only be taken as a guide.
The actual, exact and only towing capacity figure that should be used for your vehicle is the one that is stamped on the Vehicle Identification Number Plate, VIN Plate.
The VIN plate will display either 3 or 4 sets of weights, it is these weights that VOSA or the other vehicle authorities use to determine whether your vehicle is towing or being driven within the law.
The manufacturer’s recommended maximum towing capacity for your vehicle is the gross vehicle weight subtracted from gross train weight. (4200kg – 2505kg = 1695Kg)
This calculation is based on a fully laden vehicle.
Note:
Certain performance, hybrid and city-car models or similar variants of standard models are not homologated to tow, this means that the vehicle manufacturer has deemed that the model is unsuitable for use as a tow vehicle. With this type of vehicle, the towing capacity will equate to zero or a gross train weight will not be displayed.
The main non – LGV (unified) licence categories are:
Category A: Motorcycles (with or without a sidecar), including tricycles and mopeds.
Category B: Motor vehicles with:
Trailers being towed by vehicles in this category must either:
Drivers of vehicles in this category wishing to tow trailers that do not comply with either of the above conditions must have a B + E entitlement.
Booking is simple you can call us on +44 (0)1952 608750
You can follow the booking process on our website: https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/
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