Having a car is useful, only a vehicle means a breakdown… And unfortunately, 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 outcomes are going to be quite different. No matter the reason, a Volkswagen Polo 6 that doesn’t drive is difficult to move and the only solution is often to tow it to the closest mechanic. In this article content we will describe how to tow a Volkswagen Polo 6, respecting the laws and guaranteeing maximum security. To do this, first we will look at the rules to follow when towing a Volkswagen Polo 6, then how to tow a Volkswagen Polo 6 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 Volkswagen Polo 6

It is in reality possible to tow your car. However, if you want to go into towing a Volkswagen Polo 6 you will have to follow some simple rules. We present them to you below:

  • Do not drive on motorways or expressways, because the speed at which you will tow your Volkswagen Polo 6 may endanger yourself and other users if you do it on an expressway.
  • Do not surpass 25 km/h, you must always stay in control of both vehicles, a high speed will not let you to predict 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 certain that the Volkswagen Polo 6 and the car towing it are properly lined up, to maintain a good behaviour.
  • Turn on the warnings lights on both vehicles.
  • If the Volkswagen Polo 6 being towed has no battery, you will need to use a removable plate plugged into the first car so that you can warn the drivers behind you.

How to tow a Volkswagen Polo 6 by yourself

Now that you have found out the basic specifications for safely towing a Volkswagen Polo 6, we will teach you the different methods to do it:

  • Use only a tow bar to tow your Volkswagen Polo 6, 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 car. It will be better to buy a towing bar.
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  • You can use one of the three kinds existing tow bars to tow your Volkswagen Polo 6, 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 vehicles, which will allow you to link them together with the tow bar.
  • Verify that the towing car is heavier than the car to be towed.
  • Have working signalling on the Volkswagen Polo 6 to be towed.

These are the protocols to follow if you want to tow your Volkswagen Polo 6. However 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 encourage you to read the following section.

Have your Volkswagen Polo 6 towed by a professional

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Finally, last part of our guide, if you are not able to tow your Volkswagen Polo 6 in good conditions, it keeps the most logical solution, to call a tow truck to tow your car. This may 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 accordance with the mileage insured in your agreement (generally covered more than 50 km from your home).
  • Verify that the complications 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 Volkswagen Polo 6 in good conditions.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Volkswagen Polo 6, do not hesitate to consult our Volkswagen Polo 6 category.