Having an automobile is handy, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And sadly, we know perfectly, also the luckiest among us rarely fall through the cracks. Nevertheless, between a car that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. Nevertheless, a Skoda Kamiq that doesn’t drive is tricky to move and the only treatment is often to tow it to the closest mechanic. In this article we will explain how to tow a Skoda Kamiq, respecting the laws and guaranteeing maximum safety. To get this done, first we will look at the rules to stick to when towing a Skoda Kamiq, then how to tow a Skoda Kamiq yourself, and at last, 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 Skoda Kamiq

It is in reality possible to tow your vehicle. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Skoda Kamiq you will have to stick to some restrictions. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, since the speed at which you will tow your Skoda Kamiq may put at risk yourself and other drivers if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not surpass 25 km/h, you must all the time stay in control of both automobiles, a high speed will not enable you to anticipate possible challenges 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 Skoda Kamiq and the car towing it are properly aligned, to keep a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both automobiles.
  • If the Skoda Kamiq being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate connected to the first vehicle so that you can notify the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Skoda Kamiq by yourself

Now that you have discovered the basic protocols for securely towing a Skoda Kamiq, we will teach you the different techniques to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Skoda Kamiq, 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 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 Skoda Kamiq, 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 automobiles, which will allow you to ttach them together with the tow bar.
  • Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
  • Have functioning signalling on the Skoda Kamiq to be towed.

These are the rules to stick to if you want to tow your Skoda Kamiq. Nevertheless remember 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 encourage you to browse the following section.

Have your Skoda Kamiq towed by a specialist

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To conclude, last part of our article, if you are not able to tow your Skoda Kamiq in good conditions, it remains the most logical remedy, 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 totally free. Here are the details to check 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 agreement (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 Skoda Kamiq in good conditions.

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