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The all new 2023 Ford Ranger Towbar & Dedicated towing electrcics now available at Telford Towbars - over photo

The all new 2023 Ford Ranger Towbar & Dedicated towing electrcics now available at Telford Towbars

The New 2023>> Ford Ranger Towbar is now available for you to order at Telford Towbars.

Available as a fixed flange towbar and also a multi height adjustable bar for more details please contact our sales team on 01952 608750 or via our contact us page. More details to follow over the coming weeks

The New Peugeot 408 Towbar now available at Telford Towbars - Cover photo

The New Peugeot 408 Towbar now available

The latest generation Peugeot 408 Towbar is now available from Telford Towbars.

The New Peugeot 408 has a towing capacity for 1400kgs giving the vehicle a credible towing ability for its driver. We have a line up of 3 towbars available for this vehicle The fixed swan neck the horizontal detachable towbar and the vertical detachable towbar.

The New Peugot 408 detachable and fixed swan neck towbar available at Telford Towbars.

We are on the lookout for our first customer to fit for so if you are that customer we will be offering a 25% discount for the first booking. Please give us a call on 01952 608750 if you have a 408 and are looking for a Towbar. Full details of the install will be updated once we have completed the fit.

Lexus NX 300h Towbar fitting at Telford Towbars - Cover photo

Lexus NX 300h Towbar fitting at Telford Towbars

Looking for a Towbar on your Lexus NX 300h check out our latest installation at Telford Towbars

How much is it to fit a towbar to my Lexus RX300H Towbar?

Towbar fitting prices can vary depending on the vehicle specification. The easiest way to find out the costings of a fitting is to use our towbar quote builder.

Do you use deicated or universal?

We only use vehcile specific towbar electrics read more about that here https://shop.telfordtowbars.co.uk/product-category/towbar-electrics/

Do you offer a mobile service to fit my RX300h towbar?

We do offer a mobile towbar fitting service at Telford Towbars… however, should you come to us, we like to make your fitting experience as easy and relaxed as possible!  Go about your day as normal with a FREE hire car, or if you want to explore the local area, have a day out on us at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum here in Telford! The birthplace of the industrial revolution.

Click here to find out more.

What warranty do I get with my RX 300H Towbar?

Our towbar installations come with a life of ownership warranty so for as long as you own your vehicle we have you covered.

How can we help?

Purchase a Towbar today! Click here to view our dedicated towing solutions.

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.

Contact us today!

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

You can follow the booking process on our website: https://shop.telfordtowbars.co.uk/contact-us/

Or book a Call Back: https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/contact/request-callback

Our Happy Customers!

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!

Remember, there is always a cuppa waiting!

The New Volkswagen ID Buzz Towbar - Cover Photo

The New Volkswagen ID Buzz Towbar

Vehicle Information:

Fixed and detachable Towbars with dedicated electrics now available at Telford Towbars.

So the all new ID Buzz is now available here in the UK and at Telford Towbars we have worked hard on making the Towbar and dedicated electrics available for this vehicle. And finally… we’ve done it! So, if you’re interested in a towbar for your ID Buzz, we thought it would be helpful to let you know some details regarding towing with your new ID Buzz.

What is the towing capacity for the new ID Buzz?

Both the Buzz Life and the Buzz style have a towing capacity of 1000 kgs with a braked trailer and 750kgs without.

When will the ID Buzz Towbar and Electric kit be ready?

The towbar and vehicle specific electrics are now ready for the ID Buzz. In fact, we’ve already installed a few to tis vehicle already. Take a look at our most recent installation below containing a detachable towbar with 13 pin electrics, fully coded using our complete diagnostic software to ensure safe and legal towing.

How much does a towbar installation cost for my Volkswagen ID Buzz?

Towbar fitting prices vary depending on the vehicle specification. The easiest way to find out the costings of a fitting is to use our online towbar quote builder linked below, which takes as little as 60 seconds to complete! Simply enter your vehicle registration or manually select your vehicle to generate a quote.

Should I choose 7 or 13 pin electrics?

When you are towing a standard trailer or have a lighting board attached and even a bike carrier a 7-pin vehicle specific kit will enable all of your light functions for this job. A 7-pin Vehicle Specific Single Electrics kit provides all of the basic legal lighting requirements for towing and harnesses perfectly with your car. We never fit by-pass or universal electrics to your vehicle!  

You will need a 13-pin Vehicle Specific Electrics kit for towing a caravan because it provides all of the legal lighting requirements for towing, as well as powering the electrics inside your caravan. Most caravans, manufactured after January 2009, will have 13-pin electrics and will also connect to your reverse lights whilst providing a full power supply inside your caravan. Please note if you have the older 12n 12s style electrics we will still fit the latest electrics to your vehicle and then simply provide a 12n 12s to 13 pin adapter.

What we offer:

Here at Telford Towbars, we offer mobile towbar installation to suit you. Should you choose to come to us, we aim to ensure that your experience is as easy and relaxed as possible. We provide loan vehicles free of charge so you can go about your day as normal. Or, if you want to would like to explore the local area, enjoy a day out on us at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum and the Blists Hill Victorian Town here in Telford! The birthplace of the industrial revolution.

Warranty for your ID Buzz towbar and towing electrics:

Our installations come with a “Life of Ownership” warranty. This means that for as long as you own your vehicle, we have you covered! We also offer a free 1 year Towbar health check after your installation.

Our very happy customers:

Customer service is a number one priority at Telford Towbars. Our team of highly trained technicians and support team are always here to help and go that extra mile. Don’t believe us? Check out our 5* reviews on google!

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Audi Q5 Detachable Towbar & 13 pin Dedicated Electrics at Telford Towbars

Are you looking for a Towbar on your Audi Q5? Then take a look at our recent install at Telford Towbars!

The Installation

Our customer wanted to go for a detachable Towbar due to the fact the bar would not be in use all of the time. The other reason was that they didn’t want to spoil the look of the new car. We chose the Tow-Trust detachable Towbar that has a towing capacity of 2400kgs. The Audi Q5 dedicated electrics is the 13 pin kit from Right Connections that integrate correctly with the vehicles canbus system it was then fully coded with our very own Complete Diagnostics tool. Don’t forget all of our towbars are fitted with the coding included in the price.

How much is it to fit a Towbar to my Audi Q5?

Towbar fitting prices can vary depending on the vehicle specification. The easiest way to find out the costings of a fitting is to use our towbar quote builder.

Do you offer a mobile fitting service for my Audi Q5 Towbar?

We do offer a mobile towbar fitting service at Telford Towbars… however, should you come to us, we like to make your fitting experience as easy and relaxed as possible!  Go about your day as normal with a FREE hire car, or if you want to explore the local area, have a day out on us at the Ironbridge Gorge Museum here in Telford! The birthplace of the industrial revolution.

What warranty do I get on my Audi Q5 Towbar?

Our towbar installations come with a “life of ownership” warranty. So for as long as you own your vehicle we have you covered! We also offer a FREE 1 year Towbar health check after your installation.

How can we help?

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.

Contact us today!

If you are still unsure about what electrics to use for your towbar fitting, then please don’t hesitate to contact us:

Our Happy Customers!

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!

Telford Towbar - BLOG Social KIA EV6 Towbar & 13 Pin Vehicle Specific Towing Electrics

KIA EV6 Towbar & 13 Pin Vehicle Specific Towing Electrics at Telford Towbars UK

KIA EV6 Towbar electrics in stock now at Telford Towbars.

The EV6 is a fully electric crossover from Kia.  It marks a new era and sets new standards for years to come. Get inspired by its eye-catching and inspired design and with upto 1600kgs towing capacity.

KIA EV6 has upto 1600kgs Towing capacity

Kia EV6 detachable Towbar and 13 pin electrics at Telford Towbars UK

Our simple Towbar quotation builder allows you to generate a quote in less than 30 seconds here https://www.telfordtowbars.co.uk/ we have many customers travel from all over the UK whilst we carry out the work you can take advantage of a free day out at the Ironbridge Gorge Museums here in Telford https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/2021/09/28/free-entry-to-the-ironbridge-gorge-museum-for-all-our-customers/

If you have any further questions then please give us a call on 01952 608750 Monday to Friday 9am -5pm or drop us a message via our contact us page https://www.telfordtowbars.co.uk/contact/contact

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Looking for a Bike Rack for Your Car in Telford, UK? Let Us Help You to Choose the Correct Bike Rack

So now it’s time to purchase a bike rack. 

We’ve established this guide to assist you to discover the ideal rack for you, your bike and your way of life.

You have most probably spent a lot of time and money to find the right gear for your outdoor pursuits. Therefore you will want to ensure that it will get you to where you want to go safely, so you can enjoy your bikes and have some fun.

Here at Telford Towbars, we can give you the right advice for the best bike rack to suit your car and your needs.

Facts to consider before choosing your bike rack:

Why Do You Need to Carry?

This may sound a bit odd, however, you do need to consider all your activities, that you want to do throughout the year, activities such as paddle boarding, and skiing may make a difference to what you need and these bike racks may save you money in the long term. If in doubt speak to our experts they will advise you on the best bike racks in the UK that are available.

What year make and model is your car?

It is important that you get a car rack that is suitable for your car or van. Safety and compliance are top of our list so please ask if you are in doubt.

What has your vehicle already got? 

It may already have roof crossbars or a receiver trailer hitch if so what is the size? You may need a towbar fitted, Telford Towbars can advise you on the correct one for your car. All major car rack manufacturers have vehicle fit guides that will help you choose your bike rack

Let’s see if we can help you to choose a bike rack for your car.

Towbar Mounted Bike Racks

1. Alcor Towbar Mounted Bike Racks E-bike Compatible

Steel frame (with aluminium rails) towbar bike rack. Suitable for E-bikes and fat bikes. Tilting system to allow easy access to the trunk. Antitheft system. Available in 3 models;

  • Alcor 2 Towbar
  • Alcor 3 Towbar 
  • Alcor 4 Towbar

Designed for: 2-4 bikes with a maximum payload of 60 kg

Anti-theft system: included

Warranty: 2 years

Features:

  • Suitable for E-Bikes or FAT Bikes
  • Tilts to give you access to the boot of the car, using the pedal at the front of the carrier
  • Featuring Rapid-lock, which allows you to easily fit the carrier to the tow ball and lock it to protect it from theft
  • Steel frame with aluminium channels
  • City Crash Tested
  • Sliding straps for a quick fixing to secure the wheels to the carrier
  • Arms are provided to secure each bike to the support bar
  • Each jaw arm is padded to protect the bike frame
  • Optional locks available
  • Modern chrome UK specified lights included

2. Antares 2 Towbar Mounted Bike Racks

Compact and lightweight, Antares is the new foldable towbar bike rack with a quick-lock system, made with a sturdy steel frame and large aluminium wheel rails. Ideal for E-bikes and Fat Bikes. Antares is equipped with a pedal-controlled tilting system and a double anti-theft device for the bike rack and the bikes.

Designed for: 2 bikes with a maximum payload of 60 kg

Anti-theft system: included

Please note that we supply UK lights in addition to the European lights for UK compliance

Warranty: 2 years

Roof Mounted Bike Racks

Thule FreeRide 532002

Functional and easy-to-use upright bike rack fulfilling all basic needs.

  • Easy and firm bike fixation thanks to the stable frame holder
  • Locks the bike to the bike rack and the bike rack to the roof racks (locks included)
  • Irm wheel fixation, thanks to the quick-release wheel straps

So why a Towbar Mounted Rack?

Towbar–mounted bike racks are the most common style of bike carrier. We can install your bike rack here in Telford, or you can purchase online and do it yourself.

The bike racks can carry up to four bikes which are ideal for a family or one bike.

Your bikes are easy to mount and lift onto the rack.

So why a Rooftop bike rack?

Having a rooftop bike rack will give you full access to your boot.

You will not require a towbar or it allows you to have a trailer as well, with a towbar.

If storage space is a problem, this could be your solution.

Remember you can only carry two bikes.

Depending on the type of vehicle you have and the number of bikes it’s always worth researching which bike rack is best for you.

Check out our website for all the information you need and our video demonstrations which may help you to choose what is best for you.

 Or call us on:  

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Three Simple Steps to a Mobile Towbar Fitting

Here at Telford Towbars, we want you to have a pleasant experience of getting the right mobile towbar for your vehicle along with the proper mobile towbar fitting services.

The reason for this is not only are you getting the correct equipment that you need, but your safety on the road is important to us.

We are proud to say our experience and innovation has made us the best mobile towbar specialists in Telford

Why Do We Call Ourselves Mobile?

Because we can keep you mobile whilst your car is in our workshop being professionally fitted by our experts here in Telford.

We can supply you with a courtesy car free of charge and you can even have an automatic.

And guess what?

If you are travelling a distance, you can make use of our National Heritage here in Telford, we are sponsors of the Iron Bridge Museum so we can offer free tickets for a maximum of six people for an excellent day out: https://www.ironbridge.org.uk/.

Towbars have been extremely popular over the last year with more and more people staying at home in the UK for their holidays or taking their cars, trailers, campervans etc. into Europe to avoid trains and aeroplanes.

We will explain the different types to simplify the process and help you choose the correct towbar for your use.

So here we go…

If you are using our website Telford Towbars or speaking to someone, these are the steps we will talk through or explain:

First Step

Choose from three types of Towbars:

1. Detached

  • Suitable for vehicles with reversing sensors
  • In most instances, the system is completely invisible once the neck is removed
  • Compatible with AL-KO and other friction style stabilisers
  • Allows free access to the rear of the vehicle
  • Lockable with a set of two keys provided
  • Storage bag provided for safekeeping once next is removed

2. Flange

  • Popular in the UK
  • It can be used with accessories such as bumper guard and tow-steps
  • Tow ball height can be adjusted on some commercial vehicles
  • Capable of using accessories like some models of cycle carriers whilst towing

3. Swan Neck

  • Compatible for use with AL-KO stabiliser without the requirements of a replacement ball
  • Less likely to affect reversing sensors
  • Not compatible with common accessories such as bumper protectors or tow-steps
  • It cannot be used for a cycle carrier whilst towing at the same time
  • More aesthetically pleasing than a flange style towbar

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. There are two types, and here we explain the difference to help you with what you need.

Second Step

1. 7-pin Vehicle Specific Single Electrics

When you are towing a standard trailer or have a lighting board attached and even a bike carrier, a 7-pin vehicle specific kit will enable all of your light functions for this job. A 7-pin Vehicle Specific Single Electrics kit provides all of the basic legal lighting requirements for towing and harnesses perfectly with your car. Here at Telford Towbars, we never fit by-pass or universal electrics to your vehicle!

What can a 7-pin electric socket power do?

  • Left indicator
  • Right indicator
  • Taillights
  • Fog lights
  • Brake lights

2. 13-pin Vehicle Specific Electrics

You will need a 13-pin Vehicle Specific Electrics kit for towing a caravan because it provides all of the legal lighting requirements for towing, as well as powering the electrics inside your caravan. Most caravans manufactured after January 2009 will have 13-pin electrics and will also connect to your reverse lights whilst providing a full power supply inside your caravan. Please note that if you have the older 12n 12s style electrics, we will still fit the latest electrics to your vehicle and provide a 12n 12s to 13 pin adapter.

What can a 13-pin electric socket power do?

  • Left indicator
  • Right indicator
  • Taillights
  • Fog lights
  • Brake lights
  • Reverse lights
  • Caravan electric (inside)

That’s it!

Your next step is to get it fitted by our mobile towbar specialists here in Telford.

And don’t forget we want to keep you mobile with the offer of a courtesy car and you can have a day out at the Iron Bridge Museum which is a great day out for the family.

Telford Towbars hope you have found this helpful information about mobile towbars and has helped you to choose the best towbar for you.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us either via our website;  https://telfordtowbars.co.uk/shop/ or call us on 01952608750.

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What Are Bike Racks? What Are Different Types of Bike Racks?

Bikes can be transported by car, van, or motorhome. We do this at Telford Towbars; we offer the best bike racks in the UK.

It is important as our customer that you understand the features and benefits of our specific bike racks to choose the best one for you.

If you are transporting bikes by car, there are a few options you can use either the rear bike carrier or you have the option of transporting bikes on the roof.

If you are using the rear of the car, you will need a towbar. The rear bike carrier is placed on the towbar and fixed to the ball head. At Telford Towbars, we will make sure that the rear bike rack has a lighting system and a license plate, making sure they are in full view for safety.

If you are transporting bikes on a roof, a roof-mounted bike rack is required, and it is more complex than the rear bike rack fitting. The type of bike rack you need will depend on how many bikes you want to transport and the type of vehicle you have. At Telford Towbars, we can advise you accordingly.

Let’s see if we can help you to choose:

1. Towbar mounted bike racks

Alcor Towbar mounted bike racks E-bike compatible

Steel frame (with aluminium rails) towbar bike rack. Suitable for E-bikes and fat bikes. Tilting system to allow easy access to the trunk. Antitheft system. Available in 3 models;

Alcor 2 Towbar

Alcor 3 Towbar 

Alcor 4 Towbar

  • Designed for: 2-4 bikes with a maximum payload of 60 kg
  • Anti-theft system: included
  • Warranty: 2 years

Features

  • Suitable for E-Bikes or FAT Bikes
  • Tilts to give you access to the boot of the car, using the pedal at the front of the carrier
  • Featuring Rapid-lock, which allows you to easily fit the carrier to the towball and lock it to protect it from theft
  • Steel frame with aluminium channels
  • City Crash Tested
  • Sliding straps for a quick fixing to secure the wheels to the carrier
  • Arms are provided to secure each bike to the support bar
  • Each jaw arm is padded to protect the bike frame
  • Optional locks available
  • Modern chrome UK specified lights included

Antares 2 Towbar mounted bike racks:

Compact and lightweight, Antares is the new foldable towbar bike rack with a quick-lock system, made with a sturdy steel frame and large aluminium wheel rails. Ideal for E-bikes and Fat Bikes. Antares is equipped with a pedal-controlled tilting system and a double anti-theft device for the bike rack and the bikes.

  • Designed for: 2 bikes with a maximum payload of 60 kg
  • Anti-theft system: included
  • Please note that we supply UK lights in addition to the European lights for UK compliance
  • Warranty: 2 years

2. Roof Mounted Bike Rack

  Thule FreeRide 532002

Functional and easy-to-use upright bike rack fulfilling all basic needs.

  • Easy and firm bike fixation thanks to the stable frame holder
  • Locks the bike to the bike rack and the bike rack to the roof racks (locks included)
  • Firm wheel fixation, thanks to the quick-release wheel straps

So Why a Towbar Mounted Rack?

Towbar–mounted bike racks are the most common style of the bike carrier. We can install your bike rack here in Telford, or you can purchase online and do it yourself.

The bike racks can carry up to four bikes which are ideal for a family or one bike.

Your bikes are easy to mount and lift onto the rack.

So Why a Rooftop Bike Rack?

Having a rooftop bike rack will give you full access to your boot. You will not require a towbar or it allows you to have a trailer as well, with a towbar. If storage space is a problem, this could be your solution. Remember you can only carry two bikes.

Depending on the type of vehicle you have and the number of bikes it’s always worth researching which bike rack is best for you.

Check out our website for all the information you need and our video demonstrations which may help you to choose what is best for you.

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