Having an automobile is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And sadly, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us hardly ever fall through the cracks. On the other hand, between a car that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Audi Q3 that doesn’t drive is complex to move and the only solution is often to tow it to the nearest workshop. In this article content we will show you how to tow a Audi Q3, respecting the legislation and guaranteeing maximum safety. To achieve this, first we will have a look at the rules to follow when towing a Audi Q3, then how to tow a Audi Q3 yourself, and at last, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.

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The rules to follow if you want to tow an Audi Q3

It is in actual fact possible to tow your automobile. On the other hand, if you want to go into towing a Audi Q3 you will have to follow some protocols. We present them to you down below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, since the speed at which you will tow your Audi Q3 may put at risk yourself and other drivers if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not surpass 25 km/h, you must constantly stay in control of both vehicles, a high speed will not let you to anticipate possible problems 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 make sure that the Audi Q3 and the car towing it are properly lined up, to keep a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
  • If the Audi Q3 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate plugged into the first automobile so that you can warn the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Audi Q3 by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic protocols for securely towing a Audi Q3, we will teach you the different approaches to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Audi Q3, as ropes, straps or other products are not suitable and will only risk you having an incident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing automobile. It will be better to buy a towing bar.

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  • You can use one of the three kinds existing tow bars to tow your Audi Q3, 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 vehicles, which will allow you to link them together with the tow bar.
  • Check that the towing automobile is heavier than the automobile to be towed.
  • Have efficient signalling on the Audi Q3 to be towed.

These are the rules to follow if you want to tow your Audi Q3. On the other hand keep 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 advise you to examine the following section.

Have your Audi Q3 towed by a specialist

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Audi Q3 in good conditions, it keeps the most rational resolution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may be like an expensive option, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services free of charge. Here are the points to examine on your insurance contract before calling a tow truck:

  • That the distance between your home and the place of breakdown is in respect with the mileage shown in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Check that the concerns you are struggling with are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • Finally, examine the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Audi Q3 in good conditions.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Audi Q3, do not hesitate to consult our Audi Q3 category.