Having an automobile 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 repercussions are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Hyundai Ioniq that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only remedy is often to tow it to the closest mechanic. In this article we will explain how to tow a Hyundai Ioniq, respecting the legislation and guaranteeing maximum safety. To get this done, first we will look at the rules to adhere to when towing a Hyundai Ioniq, then how to tow a Hyundai Ioniq 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 Hyundai Ioniq

It is in reality possible to tow your automobile. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Hyundai Ioniq you will have to adhere to some restrictions. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Hyundai Ioniq 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 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 Hyundai Ioniq and the car towing it are properly lined up, to maintain a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both automobiles.
  • If the Hyundai Ioniq being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate connected to the first automobile so that you can warn the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Hyundai Ioniq by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic protocols for securely towing a Hyundai Ioniq, we will learn you the different methods to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Hyundai Ioniq, 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 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 Hyundai Ioniq, 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 connect them together with the tow bar.
  • Verify that the towing automobile is heavier than the automobile to be towed.
  • Have functional signalling on the Hyundai Ioniq to be towed.

These are the rules to adhere to if you want to tow your Hyundai Ioniq. Nevertheless 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 read the following section.

Have your Hyundai Ioniq towed by a professional

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To conclude, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Hyundai Ioniq in good conditions, it keeps the most rational resolution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This might sound like an expensive solution, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services free of charge. 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 matching with the mileage shown in your contract (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Verify that the concerns you are facing are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • Finally, check the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the info you need to tow your Hyundai Ioniq in good conditions.

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