Having an automobile is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And regrettably, we know perfectly, also the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. However, between an automobile that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the consequences are going to be quite different. Nevertheless, a Audi Sq7 that doesn’t drive is tricky to move and the only answer is often to tow it to the nearest mechanic. In this article we will describe how to tow a Audi Sq7, respecting the legislation and guaranteeing maximum security. To do this, first we will take a look at the rules to adhere to when towing a Audi Sq7, then how to tow a Audi Sq7 yourself, and at last, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.
The rules to adhere to if you want to tow an Audi Sq7
It is obviously possible to tow your automobile. However, if you want to go into towing a Audi Sq7 you will have to adhere to some regulation. We present them to you down below:
- Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Audi Sq7 may endanger yourself and other motorists if you do it on an expressway.
- Do not go over 25 km/h, you must all the time stay in control of both automobiles, a high speed will not allow you to predict possible challenges and the towed car may enter the first one
- 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 ensure that the Audi Sq7 and the car towing it are properly lined up, to keep a good behaviour.
- Switch on the warnings lights on both automobiles.
- If the Audi Sq7 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first automobile so that you can alert the drivers behind you.
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How to tow a Audi Sq7 by yourself
Now that you have learned the basic specifications for securely towing a Audi Sq7, we will present you the different approaches to do it:
- Use only a tow bar to tow your Audi Sq7, 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.
- You can use one of the three kinds existing tow bars to tow your Audi Sq7, 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 automobiles, which will allow you to ttach them together with the tow bar.
- Verify that the towing automobile is heavier than the automobile to be towed.
- Have functioning signalling on the Audi Sq7 to be towed.
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These are the rules to adhere to if you want to tow your Audi Sq7. However remember that this alternative should only be used for short distances to avoid a more expensive towing, if you have a long distance to cover we suggest you to read the following section.
Have your Audi Sq7 towed by a specialist
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Finally, last part of our guidebook, if you are not able to tow your Audi Sq7 in good conditions, it remains the most logical solution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may look like an expensive option, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services totally free. Here are the details to examine 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 included in your contract (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
- Verify that the complications you are facing are well taken care of by your insurer.
- At last, examine the deductible amount on your account.
Now you have all the information you need to tow your Audi Sq7 in good conditions.
To get more tips on the Audi Sq7, take a look at the Audi Sq7 category.
