Having an automobile is helpful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And sadly, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. However, between a vehicle that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. In any case, a Mitsubishi Asx that doesn’t drive is hard 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 Mitsubishi Asx, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum safety. To do this, first we will have a look at the rules to adhere to when towing a Mitsubishi Asx, then how to tow a Mitsubishi Asx yourself, and finally, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.

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The rules to adhere to if you want to tow an Mitsubishi Asx

It is in truth possible to tow your car. However, if you want to go into towing a Mitsubishi Asx you will have to adhere to 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 Mitsubishi Asx may endanger yourself and other motorists if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not go over 25 km/h, you must always stay in control of both vehicles, a high speed will not let 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 Mitsubishi Asx and the car towing it are correctly aligned, to keep a good behaviour.
  • Switch on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
  • If the Mitsubishi Asx being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first car so that you can alert the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Mitsubishi Asx by yourself

Now that you have learned the basic specifications for securely towing a Mitsubishi Asx, we will teach you the different techniques to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Mitsubishi Asx, as ropes, straps or other products are not suitable and will only risk you having an accident. If the towing device is flexible, you risk hitting the towing car. 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 Mitsubishi Asx, telescopic bars (40 to 50 euros), folding bars (30 to 100 euros) and standard bars (30 to 40 euros).
  • Examine that you have two towing rings on the vehicles, which will allow you to connect them together with the tow bar.
  • Examine that the towing car is heavier than the car to be towed.
  • Have functioning signalling on the Mitsubishi Asx to be towed.

These are the rules to adhere to if you want to tow your Mitsubishi Asx. However 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 suggest you to read the following section.

Have your Mitsubishi Asx towed by a specialist

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Finally, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Mitsubishi Asx in good conditions, it remains the most logical remedy, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may look like an expensive choice, but in most insurance contracts, there is a clause that allows you to use their services free of charge. Here are the details 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 included in your contract (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Examine that the concerns you are being confronted with 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 Mitsubishi Asx in good conditions.

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