Having a vehicle is helpful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And unfortunately, we know perfectly, also the luckiest among us hardly ever fall through the cracks. However, between a vehicle that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the consequences are going to be quite different. Whatever the case, a Mazda Mx5 that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only solution is often to tow it to the closest mechanic. In this content we will explain how to tow a Mazda Mx5, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum security. To do this, first we will have a look at the rules to follow when towing a Mazda Mx5, then how to tow a Mazda Mx5 yourself, and at last, the most sensible solution is to hire a professional to tow your car.

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The rules to follow if you want to tow an Mazda Mx5

It is in actual fact possible to tow your automobile. However, if you want to go into towing a Mazda Mx5 you will have to follow some measures. We present them to you just below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Mazda Mx5 may endanger yourself and other drivers if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not exceed 25 km/h, you must all the time stay in control of both automobiles, a high speed will not let you to anticipate possible obstacles 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 Mazda Mx5 and the car towing it are properly lined up, to maintain a great behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both automobiles.
  • If the Mazda Mx5 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first automobile so that you can warn the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Mazda Mx5 by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic rules for securely towing a Mazda Mx5, we will learn you the different solutions to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Mazda Mx5, 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 types of existing tow bars to tow your Mazda Mx5, 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 efficient signalling on the Mazda Mx5 to be towed.

These are the rules to follow if you want to tow your Mazda Mx5. However bear 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 suggest you to browse the following section.

Have your Mazda Mx5 towed by a professional

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To finish , last part of our guide, if you are not able to tow your Mazda Mx5 in good conditions, it keeps the most reasonable solution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This might seem like an expensive choice, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services absolutely free. Here are the points to verify 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 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, verify the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Mazda Mx5 in good conditions.

If you wish more tutorials on the Mazda Mx5, go to our Mazda Mx5 category.