Having an automobile is practical, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And regrettably, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us hardly ever fall through the cracks. On the other hand, 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 GMC Yukon XL that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only answer is often to tow it to the nearest garage. In this article content we will describe how to tow a GMC Yukon XL, respecting the legislation and guaranteeing maximum safety. To do this, first we will have a look at the rules to stick to when towing a GMC Yukon XL, then how to tow a GMC Yukon XL yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.

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The rules to stick to if you want to tow an GMC Yukon XL

It is surely possible to tow your vehicle. On the other hand, if you want to go into towing a GMC Yukon XL you will have to stick to some regulation. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your GMC Yukon XL may endanger yourself and other users if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not exceed 25 km/h, you must all the time stay in control of both vehicles, 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 ensure that that the GMC Yukon XL and the car towing it are correctly lined up, to keep a good behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
  • If the GMC Yukon XL being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first vehicle so that you can alert the drivers behind you.

How to tow a GMC Yukon XL by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic rules for safely towing a GMC Yukon XL, we will present you the different methods to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your GMC Yukon XL, 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 vehicle. 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 GMC Yukon XL, 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 connect them together with the tow bar.
  • Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
  • Have working signalling on the GMC Yukon XL to be towed.

These are the rules to stick to if you want to tow your GMC Yukon XL. On the other hand keep in mind 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 advise you to browse the following section.

Have your GMC Yukon XL towed by a specialist

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To finish , last part of our guide, if you are not able to tow your GMC Yukon XL in good conditions, it remains the most reasonable 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 cost-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).
  • Check that the concerns you are facing 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 GMC Yukon XL in good conditions.

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