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“I have used 5 star toe balls for all my vehicles over the years and they are amazing to deal with. Great bunch of blokes very helpful and polite. Highly recommend”

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“Arrived on time and got all 3 trailers done in good time to allow them to be used if needed.”

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“Can't recommend Five Star Towbars enough for their expertise and customer service.Ryan knew exactly what was needed for the tow package on my car and fitted it in record time.”

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“Excellent service and advice. Highly recommend.”

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With over 15 years experience and thousands of cars travelling the highways and byways with our gear, we have seen and fitted tow bars for all makes & models. Trusted advice, exceptional service is what we deliver.

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Whether you’re towing a boat for a trip on the Bay or need to move goods and furniture on a trailer, you want to be sure your tow bar installation is done right.

It’s required by law in Australia any trailer weighing over 750 kg must be braked. The tow vehicle must under go the necessary modifications to install an electric brake controller.

Ensure your trailer remains in prime condition five star offer trailer repair and maintenance services. Our qualified technicians with a wealth of experience in repairing trailers.

Why Choose Our Professional Towbar Installation Services?

When it comes to tow bar installation, trailer repair and maintenance, and electric brake controllers, we are the experts you can trust. Our mobile services bring convenience to your doorstep, while our workshop ensures top-notch quality.

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About FiveStar Towbars

Fivestar Towbars is a family owned Australian company that prides itself on customer service to both the automotive industry and the general public.

Our on-site tow bar installation services are second to none, with all workmanship and products guaranteed. We strive to provide a professional and reliable service and aim to be known as the “easy to deal with business”.

We supply and install a Comprehensive range of towbars, tow hitches, electric brake controllers, level ride kits, sway control kits, airsafe receiver hitches and all accessories to suit any application.

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Brad Leary
Very efficient, on time and a quality service
Response from the owner:Thank you for your positive feedback, Brad! We're glad to hear that you found our service efficient and of high quality. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your support. Looking forward to serving you again!
Darren Hargreaves
Amazing service. 10 out 10!!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with our service. Your support motivates us to continue providing top-notch service. We look forward to serving you again!
Alison Keenan
I had the guys from 5 Star Towbars install a towbar and a bike rack on my VW today and I could not be happier with the product and service. They were easy to deal with, provided clear instructions for how to use the tow bar and bike rack and as a bonus they came to me at work to complete the job! Their pricing was also well below 2 other quotes I had received. Well done and thank-you : )
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Alison! We're delighted to hear that you were happy with both the product and our service. It’s great to know that our team was able to meet you at work and provide clear instructions. We appreciate your business and are glad we could offer competitive pricing as well. Thank you for choosing 5 Star Towbars!
Morry Corvasce
5 Stars for 5 Star Tow Bars!

I’ve used the services of 5 Star Tow Bars over the years, and they have never disappointed me. Luke and his team are consistently professional, attentive, and genuinely care about the quality of their work. It really shows in everything they do—from start to finish, the service is seamless and the results are always spot on. Awesome service, top-quality workmanship, and a team you can trust. I highly recommend them!
Keep up the great work guys.
Morry.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your fantastic review, Morry! We're thrilled to hear that you've consistently had great experiences with our team and that our professionalism and quality of work have met your expectations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we'll keep striving to provide the best service possible. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
Leigh Brown
Luke and his team were fantastic. They went above and beyond to help us get on the road, even repaired some issues with connectivity between our trailer and the car. Price was also extremely competitive. Would definitely use their services again and highly recommend them to anyone needing a towbar Definitely 5 stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Leigh! We are thrilled to hear that Luke and the team exceeded your expectations and provided excellent service. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're glad you found our prices competitive. We look forward to assisting you again in the future!
Dani
They responded to my enquiry straight away, the service was excellent and affordable. Ryan fitted our towbar and he was friendly, punctual and did a great job! Would highly rate
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Dani! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with our service. Ryan will be delighted to know his work was appreciated. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Gene Cover
This was the second time we have used Five Star Tow Bars. we had a Tow Bar fitted to our Volvo XC60 last year. Luke from Frankston did a very professional job and we was so happy and could not fault the workmanship. Today Luke fitted a Tow Bars to my second Volvo an XC40 and again could not Fault it. Thank You Luke for An other Very Professional Job. We could only Rate Five Star Tow Bars Five Stars. but it should be TEN STARS>
Response from the owner:Thank you for your fantastic review, Gene! We're thrilled to hear about your experiences with Luke and our team. Your continued support and kind words mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
Peter
From beginning to end I found Five Star Towbars customer focused, knowledgeable and friendly. I told them what I needed the new towbar for and they recommended a type to suit my needs. They set a time for installation at my home address and arrived exactly on time as promised. They completed a professional installation at what I considered to be a reasonable price. Never having installed a tow bar before I can't compare their service with others, but I would be very happy to use their services again.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Peter! We are delighted to hear that you had a positive experience with our knowledgeable and friendly team. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future!
Gordon
They deserve the 5 stars in their name.
On time, polite, efficient, very reasonably priced, cleaned up,
demonstrated testing of the lights and tongue removal.
Excellent - what more could you want
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Gordon! We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we appreciate your recognition of our efforts. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
Bill Gerovasilis
They where prompt with responding. They answered all my questions fully.
The price was very fair, actually very good.
And to top it off, the installers where early, clean, efficient and very polite. I would highly recommend this company.
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A fairdinkem price, and a great job.

Thankyou again Five Star Towbars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👌👌👌👌👌
Response from the owner:Thank you for your glowing review, Bill! We're thrilled to hear that you were satisfied with our prompt service and the quality of our installation team. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we appreciate your kind words! If you need anything in the future, don’t hesitate to reach out.
Kate Jackson
From pur first email enquiry to the final product, communication has been great and the final product looks fantastic.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Kate! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience from start to finish. Your satisfaction with the final product means a lot to us. We look forward to working with you again in the future!
Kev M
Great service received from Five Star tow bars. Very easy to deal with, from the initial booking through to the swift on-site and professional install of the tow bar at my home. Very pleased with the finished job too. I’d have no hesitation in using these guys again or recommending them
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Kev! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our service from start to finish. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future!
daniel botta
Great service and friendly. And prices are best in the business with quality parts. Come to you and highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Daniel! We’re glad you are happy with and service.
Ricky Weber
Called up last minute to get a redarc system installed on my PX2 Ford Ranger. Spoke to Luke, he was informative and answered all the questions I had promptly. At around 4PM, I was able to confirm a booking for the following day where someone was able to come to my home to install a RedArc TowPro system; paid over the phone by card and was emailed an invoice shortly after.

Thoroughly happy with the service provided, and will be recommending to any friends in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your fantastic review, Ricky! We're thrilled to hear that Luke was able to assist you promptly and that your installation went smoothly. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you and your friends in the future!
Lisa Walter
Great service, fitted us in on the day. Highly recommend, staff were great to deal with friendly and professional.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your fantastic review, Lisa! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you again in the future!
Andrew Mclean
Great work by Mark. Came early and let us know . Completed work and it came up brilliantly. Thx guys
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Andrew! We're glad to hear that Mark provided excellent service and that you're pleased with the results. Your appreciation means a lot to us!
Matt Hopkins
Reliable and professional. I had an onsite service done on my trailer, Mark was very knowledgeable and got the job done.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your positive review, Matt! We're glad to hear that Mark provided reliable service and got the job done. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.
nathan monteiro
Brilliant, efficient and professional service!
Highly recommend Five Star Towbars!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Nathan! We're thrilled to hear that you found our service efficient and professional. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Daniel Mahon
Excellent. I had a wiring issue a bit over two years after my installation. No idea what the problem was but the guys at Five Star towbars had me sorted out in 30 minutes with a fix. Couldn’t be happier. Friendly, professional service. Highly recommend. 👍🏼
Response from the owner:Thanks Daniel! We’re glad we can help👍🏻
Sharon Keogh
Luke was very helpful in answering my questions over the phone and provided prompt service. Mark, the installer was a lovely guy, turned up on time (a bit early actually, which was great) and got the job done. Would highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your wonderful review, Sharon! We're glad to hear that Luke and Mark provided you with helpful and prompt service. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Nic Bbb
Fantastic service. Luke, Anthony and Kane were awesome to deal with and the price was much lower than their competitors. Product high quality. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Thanks you for your fantastic review, Nic! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with our team. Happy travels mate!👍
Kim Krajewski
Luke and his installers at Five Star towbars were awesome! Much better value for money than other businesses I looked at…they fitted me in when I asked and went above and beyond. I would definitely recommend this business for your towbar needs! Thanks guys!
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words, Kim! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our team. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to serving you again for any future towbar needs!
Tim White
Luke and his team were great. Clearly better price than the 5 others business I spoke to first and he was really easy to deal with.
Al
Super quick install, great communication and wonderful flexibility!
Richard
Ryan did a fantastic job installing a BTA towbar on my 2018 VW Tiguan. Everything was easy from getting a quote to organising a time for installation. And, of course, they come to you so it's sooooo much easier than having to drop your car off, get a lift back home, and return when it's done.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Richard! We are glad that you are happy with our service!
chadi moussa
Great job guys...
Response from the owner:Awesome. Thanks Chadi👊🏼
Ozzy M
Great service, competitive price, friendly. Highly recommended.
Melissa Clayton-Smythe
Communication, price and service 5 stars!!
Speaking with Luke I felt very confident he understood my needs.
His pricing was better than other services, and Ryan and Anthony were professional, friendly, efficient and arrived on time. HIghly recommend this business to anyone.
Response from the owner:Thanks Melissa! We hope your enjoy your travels with you new camper trailer.
Laura Christie Khanna
Friendly, quick, professional and made me feel right at ease about a big investment. Highly recommend 👍🏾👍🏾
Mark Stone
The guys from Five Star installations have done a fantastic job fitting a towbar on my car. Booking it in was easy, they came to my house and had it all done within 90 minutes, and I’m very happy with the result. Compared to other businesses I spoke to about getting a towbar fitted, Five Star were by far the easiest to deal with and also priced very competitively. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone. Thanks Luke and team.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the great review Mark! We're glad to see happy customers.
Laurence412 Yang
True 5 star service. Luke replied my enquiry quick and efficient! Ryan and Anthony arrived on time as booked time and called prior arriving. They did a professional job installing the towbar! Really like it! Thanks again boys! No.1 to go to if anyone need towbar installed.
Response from the owner:Thanks mate for the review👍 Have fun hitting the roads!
Karl Rainbow
Very efficient, used a few times now and have been great everytime. Highly recommend, very easy coming to where you are to complete the works.
Response from the owner:Hi Karl, Thanks mate for the review. 👍 Glad we could help. Happy trails
Genevieve Barclay
Ryan and Anthony were professional and did a great job
Response from the owner:Hi Genevieve, Thanks for your review. Thrilled to hear Ryan and Anthony made such a great impression.👍 Enjoy your travels wherever they take you!
Janette Mannix
A smooth experience. Thank you. Appreciate Anthony’s assistance & his willingness to be on my video so I could remember how to get my tow bar off :)
Response from the owner:Hi Janette, We'll let Anthony know his efforts were appreciated. Happy to help anytime! 😊
Kate Houlden & Michael Kennedy
Great service. Have used them twice for electric brakes and come to your house to do these job.
Response from the owner:Hi Guys, Thanks for your review. Happy trails!🤩
Alison Izzard
Great service, good communication and come to you service is very handy.
Fantastic job guys, have used for tow bar and brake controllers for two cars and will recommend to friends and family.
Response from the owner:Thanks Alison! Happy travels.
David James
Total professional 👏
Fantastic job, thank you Anthony and Luke.
100% recommend five star towbars
Response from the owner:That's great David, glad we exceeded your expectations! Thanks for the review, much appreciated.
Paul
Hi quality work for a fussy customer
Ryan and Tony were great professionals that made me feel confident of there knowledge and care
Response from the owner:That’s great! Thanks Paul.
Andrew Bishop
A terrific, convenient service with a great price to boot The guys were punctual, friendly and polite. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Thanks Andrew We’re glad you’re happy with our service, product and price👌🏻
Travis Green
Guys did a quality job on installing a BTA brand towbar on my 2023 Subaru Forester. They were punctual (1hr early and called prior to advise), professional and they were in and out in 45 mins. Will not use anyone else other than Five Star Towbars in the future.
Response from the owner:Thanks for the review Travis! 👍 See you on the next one. Happy travels mate!
Russell Diedrichs
Ryan & Anthony were pretty much top of their class, they hadn't fitted a towbar to my particular car model before, but knew exactly what to do in the shortest time possible. Many thanks.
Response from the owner:Thanks Russell for leaving your review and providing feedback. Will be sure to pass it on the boys! Happy travels 😃
Tom Goodes
The guys did a fantastic job of installing a towbar to my Superb. A hole was made out of view and looks very discreet. The price was better than all the quotes I received as well. Thank-you kindly. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thanks Tom! We're glad you're happy with our service. Happy trails mate 👍
Stephen Passarini
Punctual with great service. Also reasonably priced. Highly recommended. Will use them again.
Response from the owner:Hi. Stephen, Thanks for your review👍 Happy travels!
mandy O'Toole
Fantastic
Great communication
Guys were amazing highly recommend
Response from the owner:Hi Mandy, Thanks for your review will let the team know they did a good job. Happy travels!
Ben Millane
I have used 5 star toe balls for all my vehicles over the years and they are amazing to deal with. Great bunch of blokes very helpful and polite. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thanks Moon. Repeat customers is always a goal for any business so hearing you have used our services over the years means the world to us. We must doing something right! 😁 Thanks again!
Bernie Damman
These guys provide the best service and price for what only can be described as 5 star. Thanks for for a great job and a pleasurable buying experience. Regards Bernie
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us. Your satisfaction is our top priority. We look forward to serving you again in the future.
Will Daw
Can't recommend Five Star Towbars enough for their expertise and customer service.
Ryan knew exactly what was needed for the tow package on my car and fitted it in record time.
Response from the owner:Thanks Will! Happy towing mate👍🏻
Nick Fraser
5 stars for Five Star Towbars
Ryan did an amazing job supplying and installing a Towball on my car.

His service was top-notch, and he was very professional and efficient throughout the process. The Towball looks great on my car, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome.
Ryan's attention to detail and excellent customer service truly made the experience smooth and enjoyable.
I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled professional for their towing needs
Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review, Nick! We are thrilled to hear that Ryan provided you with top-notch service and that you are satisfied with your Towball installation. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again in the future.
Patrick Jones
Highly recommend five star tow bars , have used them a couple of times , the installer Anthony did a very neat job and thank you to Luke for your prompt sevice , wouldn’t go anywhere else.
Response from the owner:That’s great Patrick! Thanks for the review and we’ll see you on the next one. 👍🏻
Hans Anneveldt
Very happy with the whole process from obtaining a quote, arranging a time to fit on site and the quality of the work completed. Anthony arrived on time was communicative and was a true professional. Thanks guys. Would highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Hi Hans, Thanks for leaving a review we really appreciate the feedback. Will pass on your sentiments to the team. Happy travels!
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What trailer repair services do you offer?

Five Star Towbars offers comprehensive trailer repair and maintenance services throughout Melbourne. Our mobile service ensures convenience, as we come to you for repairs. Our qualified technicians handle a wide range of trailers, including caravans, boat trailers, and horse floats, ensuring your trailer remains in optimal condition for safe and reliable use.

Do you provide electric brake controller installation?

Yes, Five Star Towbars provides professional electric brake controller installation services throughout Melbourne. We specialize in both proportional and time-delayed controllers, ensuring compliance with Australian laws that require trailers over 750 kg to be braked. Our mobile service allows us to conveniently install the controller at your location, ensuring safety and reliability for your towing needs.

What does the towbar supply and installation service include?

All of our onsite or instore towbar installation comes with everything you need to tow as soon as the job is finished, including tow ball, rated shackles and suitable wiring harness to your specified trailer connection.

What is the maximum towing capacity for my car?

The maximum tow rating can usually be found in your vehicle’s handbook. Towbar compliance stickers which state maximum towing capacity and maximum ball weight capacity are also installed to the inside of the driver’s door and onto the towbar of every vehicle we install. Generally towbar manufacturers construct the towbar to the maximum capacities that are stated by the vehicle manufacturer, although in some cases ‘light duty’ towbars that are under the vehicle towing capacities may also be available from some manufacturers.

Can the towing hitch/towball be left attached when not being used?

The towbar and attachments can be on the vehicle when not in use so long as the rear number plate is not obstructed from view.

Why are my trailer lights not working?

Sometimes the trailer plug and car socket do not make proper connection from repeated use. Usually some lube or spreading the terminals can help. If there is no lights functioning at all, it may be a blown fuse to the ECU module installed to operate the trailer lighting. Your installer would have shown you the location of that, or call us for guidance.

What is Passive ECU v’s Intergrated/coded wiring harness?

The passive ecu trailer wiring harness is an independent module we install to control trailer lighting, it does not integrate with vehicle factory towing functions such as automatic rear sensor deactivation and lane assist deactivation, transmission and engine setting among other functions. The integrated coded ecu wiring harness available for most newer vehicles which is OEM compatible does adjust these functions, although not available for all vehicles.

Will aftermarket towbar installation void my vehicle manufacturer warranty?

If the part is not genuine but is interchangeable with the genuine part and is ADR Approved, it is deemed appropriate for the purpose and would therefore not void your manufacturer’s warranty. If your vehicle dealer tells you otherwise we suggest asking for it in writing. See link attached for details from AAAA (Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association).

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What are the different towbar types?

Class 2 light duty non removable Towbars are generally for smaller vehicles with lower towing capacities.

Class3 medium duty Towbars are generally for medium sized vehicles, they are a 40mm square hitch receiver towbar.

Class 4 heavy duty Towbars are the 50mm removable hitch Towbars generally designed for heavier capacity vehicles.

European Towbars are the cast metal towbars that look like a hook, or ‘swan neck’ coming from underneath and around the bumper bar, usually removable and invisible, concealed when the hitch is removed. Generally available for European vehicles only, but sometimes available for other vehicles.

What could I need for towing a Caravan?

Generally newer caravans have electric brakes which require an Electric Brake controller to operate them. Power systems may also be required to charge batteries, power the fridge or ESC (electronic stability control) on the trailer/caravan. Manufacturers use different plug configurations for these setups, usually a wiring diagram/schematic is supplied by manufacturer with specifics so as your vehicle can be setup for compatibility

Do I need an electric brake controller?

Vicroads Legislation states that any trailer including load that is more 750kg ATM (aggregate tare mass) needs to have brake system installed, either hydraulic, cable pull or electric brakes. If the trailer has electric brakes, then YES an electric brake controller is required to operate trailer brakes.

Towing a trailer with electric brakes installed without an electric brake controller can open the driver up to scrutiny from police, vicroads/RTA and also insurance companies.

Do I need a load-rated shackle to connect my safety chain/cable?

Whilst using a load-rated shackle isn’t mandatory, it’s a good idea to choose a shackle to suit your trailer and towing vehicle.

Suitable shackles include:

  • shackles supplied as original equipment by the original vehicle manufacturer (e.g. Ford, Holden, Toyota etc.)
  • shackles supplied by an original equipment tow bar manufacturer
  • shackles that are rated and compliant with Australian Standard AS 2741 “Shackles” or other equivalent recognised standards AND the break load limit of the shackle is rated at least 1.5 times greater than the Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) of the trailer (see below for example).
  • Lifting hooks and ‘hammerlock’ joiners are not rated for towing.

Can I install my own towbar?

Some Towbars may be installed by the experienced DIY’ers. Although some specific automotive tools and equipment may be required. Some wiring harnesses are plug and play, others may need to be integrated into car system or even be coded (programmed using specific hardware and software).

How long does it take to install a towbar?

Towbar installation usually takes around two hours to complete for experienced fitters, same timeframe to install a brake controller or power system also. Each installation job is different due to completely different install procedures from vehicle to vehicle, and also if vehicle is to be programmed/coded by the installer.

Do I need dedicated wiring for my tow bar?

Dedicated car specific trailer harness wiring is not always necessary, depending on the intended use and application of the tow vehicle. Standard or passive wiring harnesses that do not integrate with the vehicle are certainly a cheaper option but do not function the same as the integrated car specific wiring harnesses. The standard or passive wiring harnesses control the trailer lights independently from the vehicle and can sometimes automatically deactivate rear sensors, suitable for light or basic towing whereas the integrated car specific wiring harnesses can do the following:

  • Activation of the vehicles TSP (Trailer Stability Program) helping to correct the ‘snaking’ action of a trailer
  • Adapted braking settings providing optimal emergency stopping and enhanced assistance on hill starts
  • Continuation of the vehicles light health check monitoring system to provide warning of any bulb failures
  • Disabling of the vehicle‘s rear parking sensors to stop unnecessary and distracting ‘beeps’
  • Disabling of the vehicle‘s rear fog lights (but not the caravan‘s!) to avoid distracting rearview mirror glare
  • Adapted new gear ratio settings for automatic gearboxes to take account of the extra load being towed
  • Disabling of the vehicle‘s stop/start economy feature to avoid stalling in unsafe locations

Other features that may be adapted include reversing cameras, adaptive cruise control, suspension systems and cooling systems

How long do towbars last?

All the Towbars we sell come with a manufacturer lifetime warranty. Generally the towbar will outlast the vehicle it is attached to. It is important to choose the correct towbar for your vehicle and purpose intended and stay within the towing weight and ball weight capacities specified by the manufacturer to ensure towbar longevity and warranty.

Does a towbar affect parking sensors?

Vehicle parking sensors will work as normal after towbar is installed. Some wiring harnesses supplied with towbar can deactivate rear sensors automatically when towing, others do not (refer to dedicated v passive harnesses above). Most modern vehicles do have switch/button to deactivate rear sensors manually when towing.

Sometimes the towbar can be detected by the rear sensors even when trailer is not attached, removing the hitch when not being used will rectify

What is better fixed or detachable towbar?

Not all styles of Towbars are available for all vehicles. Generally if it is a small or light towing vehicle then only the light duty or class 2 non removable towbar will be available from the manufacturers. Larger or heavier towing vehicles generally have the removable hitch, class 4 Towbars available. Call us for advice or options for Towbars on your particular vehicle.

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