Having an automobile is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And unfortunately, we know very well, also the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. Nevertheless, between an automobile that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the consequences are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Audi A5 that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only treatment is often to tow it to the closest garage area. In this content we will explain how to tow a Audi A5, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum safety. To get this done, first we will check out the rules to stick to when towing a Audi A5, then how to tow a Audi A5 yourself, and at last, the most sensible solution is to hire a professional to tow your car.

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The rules to stick to if you want to tow an Audi A5

It is surely possible to tow your car. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Audi A5 you will have to stick to some legislation. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Audi A5 may endanger yourself and other drivers if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not exceed 25 km/h, you must always stay in control of both cars, a high speed will not enable you to anticipate possible obstacles and the towed car may enter the first one
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  • Limit yourself to short distance journeys. If you have to travel several dozen kilometres, it is better to call a breakdown service.
  • When towing, try to be sure that the Audi A5 and the car towing it are properly aligned, to keep a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both cars.
  • If the Audi A5 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate plugged into the first car so that you can warn the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Audi A5 by yourself

Now that you have learned the basic protocols for safely towing a Audi A5, we will present you the different techniques to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Audi A5, as ropes, straps or other products are not appropriate and will only risk you having an accident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing car. It will be better to buy a towing bar.
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  • You can use one of the three types of existing tow bars to tow your Audi A5, telescopic bars (40 to 50 euros), folding bars (30 to 100 euros) and standard bars (30 to 40 euros).
  • Check that you have two towing rings on the cars, which will allow you to connect them together with the tow bar.
  • Check that the towing car is heavier than the car to be towed.
  • Have working signalling on the Audi A5 to be towed.

These are the regulation to stick to if you want to tow your Audi A5. Nevertheless bear in mind that this solution should only be used for short distances to avoid a more expensive towing, if you have a long distance to cover we encourage you to examine the following section.

Have your Audi A5 towed by a professional

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Audi A5 in good conditions, it remains the most logical method, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may look like an expensive choice, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services absolutely free. Here are the points to verify on your insurance contract before calling a tow truck:

  • That the distance between your home and the place of breakdown is in accordance with the mileage insured in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Check that the complications you are being confronted with are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • Finally, verify the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the info you need to tow your Audi A5 in good conditions.

To get more tips on the Audi A5, take a look at the Audi A5 category.