Having a vehicle is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And regrettably, we know perfectly, even the luckiest among us hardly ever fall through the cracks. Nevertheless, between an automobile that doesn’t start in the morning and breaking down on the highway, the results are going to be quite different. Whatever the case, a Tesla Model X that doesn’t drive is tricky to move and the only treatment is often to tow it to the closest garage. In this article we will teach you how to tow a Tesla Model X, respecting the regulation and guaranteeing maximum security. To get this done, first we will look at the rules to stick to when towing a Tesla Model X, then how to tow a Tesla Model X yourself, and at last, the most sensible solution is to hire a specialist to tow your car.
The rules to stick to if you want to tow an Tesla Model X
It is obviously possible to tow your vehicle. Nevertheless, if you want to go into towing a Tesla Model X you will have to stick to some simple rules. We present them to you below:
- Do not drive on motorways or expressways, since the speed at which you will tow your Tesla Model X may put at risk yourself and other users if you do it on an expressway.
- Do not surpass 25 km/h, you must constantly stay in control of both vehicles, a high speed will not enable you to predict possible problems and the towed car may enter the first one
- 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 Tesla Model X and the car towing it are correctly aligned, to keep a great behaviour.
- Turn on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
- If the Tesla Model X being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate linked to the first vehicle so that you can warn the drivers behind you.
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How to tow a Tesla Model X by yourself
Now that you have learned the basic rules for safely towing a Tesla Model X, we will present you the different methods to do it:
- Use only a tow bar to tow your Tesla Model X, as ropes, straps or other products are not suitable 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.
- You can use one of the three types of existing tow bars to tow your Tesla Model X, 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 let you to ttach them together with the tow bar.
- Check that the towing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
- Have functional signalling on the Tesla Model X to be towed.
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These are the protocols to stick to if you want to tow your Tesla Model X. Nevertheless keep in mind that this remedy 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 go through the following section.
Have your Tesla Model X towed by a specialist
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To finish , last part of our guide, if you are not able to tow your Tesla Model X in good conditions, it remains the most rational 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 included in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
- Check that the concerns you are struggling with 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 Tesla Model X in good conditions.
If perhaps you have any additional questions about the Tesla Model X, do not hesitate to consult our Tesla Model X category.
