Our mobile towbar fitters offer the best towbar fitting in Derby. It is so popular because our towbar fitters goes out to clients homes or places of work to fit the towbar.

Even though the towbar fitting takes place outside our garage premises the work is exactly the same. However it’s all the background work and advice done before this stage that makes us the best tow bars Derby.

Selecting the right towbar

You would think finding and selecting the right towbar should be quite simple. But is however more complicated than you think. This is why you should always use professional tow bar fitting Derby.

Firstly a client needs to find the appropriate towbar for their needs.

There are three primary varieties of towbars, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. But choosing the right one depends on your towing needs and preferences.

Fixed towbars are a dependable and enduring option because they are permanently attached to the vehicle. It is well-suited for routine transportation. However, its constant visibility may reduce the aesthetic allure of your vehicle.

Fixed towbars are more suited if you are towing things regularly. Additionally they are more cost effective when compered the other 2 types.

The downside of fixed towbars is they are on show all the time and some people think they do not look nice.

It is also known that fixed towbars can affect parking sensors as well.

Detachable towbars

Detachable towbars can be taken off when the vehicle is not in operation. Thereby achieving a more visually appealing appearance. It maintains the same towing capacity while offering a greater degree of flexibility than a fixed towbar.

Towbars that detach are suited for occasional towing or when the towbar is to be concealed when not in use.

They tend to cost more than fixed towbars.

Retractable towbars 

Retractable towbars can be folded or retracted beneath the vehicle when they are not in use. This is a more convenient alternative to a detachable towbar. This is despite the fact that it is generally more expensive.

They are not as popular so there are not as many of them to choose from. However you do not use your towbar very often and prefer convenience this is a better option to detachable towbars.

Which towbars fit on my car?

Our towbar fitting in Derby is a complete towbar service. It includes finding the towbars available that fit a vehicle. The towbar must be compatible with the model and brand of your vehicle

As a major towbar fitting company we supply and fit towbars from all the major towbar manufacturers in the UK.

From having your vehicle registration we can search and find the towbars made to fit your vehicle.

Our team of professionals that provide our tow bar fitting Derby will provide a comprehensive assessment of your towing needs.

We consider the vehicle that you will be towing on a regular basis. The towbar’s strength and design will be determined by the weight of the vehicle and the frequency of towing.

Would you be towing a caravan?

If this is the case, we will select a towbar that is capable of sustaining a significant quantity of weight.

Towing a caravan?

If this is the case, we will guarantee that the towbar is appropriate for the trailer’s weight and design.

Will you utilise the towbar as a cycle carrier?

Although lightweight towbars may be adequate for a cycle rack, it is still imperative to evaluate the total towing capacity of your vehicle.

Additionally, our tow bar fitting Derby team will address whether you will tow frequently or only occasionally. 

This is due to the fact that a towbar that is permanently installed may be the most appropriate for frequent use. This is in contrast to a retractable or detachable towbar. In order to preserve the appearance of your vehicle, these may be more appropriate for occasional conveyance.

Is electrical work required?

When towing, it is frequently necessary to connect the electrical system of the caravan or trailer to your vehicle. 

There are two primary categories of electrical systems that must be considered. Our mobile towbar installers are completely qualified to perform this task.

7-Pin Electrics

This category of electrics is appropriate for bicycle carriers and vehicles that require only minimal illumination. This is analogous to the connection of brake lights, indicators, and fog lights.

13-Pin Electrics

This electrical system is indispensable for caravans and vehicles that incorporate supplementary features. Vehicles that have internal electricity and reverse illumination.

In order to ensure that your towed cargo complies with all regulatory standards, including the operation of the emergency lights, it is essential to choose the appropriate electrics.

Safety and legal concerns

Our tow bar fitting service in Derby guarantees that the towbar you acquire is compliant with the laws of the European Union or the United Kingdom. In order to ensure the safety and functionality of towbars, they must comply with specific standards, such as EC 94/20 or a comparable standard.

It is also essential to have a towbar that can support the weight of your trailer or caravan.

We understand the vehicle’s technology.

In the present day, numerous vehicles are equipped with sophisticated safety features, such as parking sensors and reverse cameras. Specific towbars, particularly those that are fixed, may disrupt these systems. The sensors can be guaranteed to remain operational by selecting a retractable or detachable towbar, which can be concealed or removed when not in use, thereby mitigating these issues.

If you need to know anything about towbars please get in touch. Our mobile towbar fitters cover the entire Midlands in which Derby is a major client area for us. We serve all the areas in and around Derby, including Mickleover, Spondon, Pride Park, Allestree, Littleover, Osmaston, Pear Tree, Alvaston Boulevard, Wilmorton, Chaddesden, Chellaston, Darley Dale, Pear Tree and St Lukes.