Having a vehicle is handy, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And unfortunately, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us rarely 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 Q8 that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only solution is often to tow it to the nearest garage area. In this article content we will explain how to tow a Audi Q8, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum security. To get this done, first we will examine the rules to stick to when towing a Audi Q8, then how to tow a Audi Q8 yourself, and finally, 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 Q8

It is obviously possible to tow your car. On the other hand, if you want to go into towing a Audi Q8 you will have to stick to some rules. We present them to you just below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, since the speed at which you will tow your Audi Q8 may put at risk yourself and other motorists if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not surpass 25 km/h, you must always stay in control of both cars, a high speed will not enable you to predict 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 be sure that the Audi Q8 and the car towing it are correctly aligned, to keep up a great behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both cars.
  • If the Audi Q8 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate associated with the first car so that you can alert the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Audi Q8 by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic rules for safely towing a Audi Q8, we will present you the different ways to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Audi Q8, 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 car. 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 Q8, telescopic bars (40 to 50 euros), folding bars (30 to 100 euros) and standard bars (30 to 40 euros).
  • Verify that you have two towing rings on the cars, which will let you to connect them together with the tow bar.
  • Verify that the towing car is heavier than the car to be towed.
  • Have working signalling on the Audi Q8 to be towed.

These are the rules to stick to if you want to tow your Audi Q8. On the other hand bear in mind that this method should only be used for short distances to avoid a more expensive towing, if you have a long distance to cover we recommend you to go through the following section.

Have your Audi Q8 towed by a professional

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Audi Q8 in good conditions, it remains the most logical resolution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This might sound like an expensive option, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services cost-free. Here are the details to check 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 insured in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Verify that the complications you are facing are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • Finally, check the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Audi Q8 in good conditions.

If perhaps you have any additional questions about the Audi Q8, do not hesitate to consult our Audi Q8 category.