Having a vehicle is handy, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And regrettably, we know very well, even the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. Nevertheless, between a vehicle that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. Whatever the case, a Buick Encore that doesn’t drive is hard to move and the only remedy is often to tow it to the closest workshop. In this guideline we will describe how to tow a Buick Encore, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum security. To get this done, first we will examine the rules to adhere to when towing a Buick Encore, then how to tow a Buick Encore yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a professional to tow your car.

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The rules to adhere to if you want to tow an Buick Encore

It is in truth possible to tow your vehicle. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Buick Encore you will have to adhere to some rules. We present them to you down below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Buick Encore may put at risk 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 cars, a high speed will not allow you to predict possible challenges 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 Buick Encore and the car towing it are properly aligned, to maintain a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both cars.
  • If the Buick Encore being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate connected to the first vehicle so that you can alert the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Buick Encore by yourself

Now that you have discovered the basic specifications for safely towing a Buick Encore, we will learn you the different techniques to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Buick Encore, as ropes, straps or other products are not appropriate and will only risk you having an incident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing vehicle. 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 Buick Encore, 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 link them together with the tow bar.
  • Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
  • Have efficient signalling on the Buick Encore to be towed.

These are the rules to adhere to if you want to tow your Buick Encore. Nevertheless 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 recommend you to examine the following section.

Have your Buick Encore towed by a professional

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To conclude, last part of our guide, if you are not able to tow your Buick Encore in good conditions, it remains the most logical remedy, 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 cost-free. Here are the points to check 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 shown in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Check that the problems you are being confronted with are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • At last, check the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Buick Encore in good conditions.

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