Having a car is practical, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And sadly, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us hardly ever fall through the cracks. On the other hand, between a car that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the outcomes are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Mini Countryman 2 that doesn’t drive is complex to move and the only treatment is often to tow it to the nearest garage. In this article we will teach you how to tow a Mini Countryman 2, respecting the laws and guaranteeing maximum security. To achieve this, first we will take a look at the rules to follow when towing a Mini Countryman 2, then how to tow a Mini Countryman 2 yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.

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The rules to follow if you want to tow an Mini Countryman 2

It is in truth possible to tow your vehicle. On the other hand, if you want to go into towing a Mini Countryman 2 you will have to follow some regulation. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Mini Countryman 2 may endanger yourself and other motorists 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 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 the Mini Countryman 2 and the car towing it are correctly lined up, to maintain a great behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
  • If the Mini Countryman 2 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first vehicle so that you can notify the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Mini Countryman 2 by yourself

Now that you have learned the basic rules for securely towing a Mini Countryman 2, we will present you the different techniques to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Mini Countryman 2, as ropes, straps or other products are not appropriate and will only risk you having an accident. 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 Mini Countryman 2, 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 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 Mini Countryman 2 to be towed.

These are the restrictions to follow if you want to tow your Mini Countryman 2. On the other hand 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 encourage you to go through the following section.

Have your Mini Countryman 2 towed by a specialist

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Mini Countryman 2 in good conditions, it keeps the most reasonable method, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may seem 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 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 respect with the mileage shown in your contract (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Check that the concerns you are being confronted with are well taken care of by your insurer.
  • Finally, check the deductible amount on your account.

Now you have all the information you need to tow your Mini Countryman 2 in good conditions.

To find more tips on the Mini Countryman 2, take a look at the Mini Countryman 2 category.