Aftermarket tow bar fitting for Teslas.
First, let’s get one thing correct, YES you can have an aftermarket tow bar on a Tesla.
Whether you can tow with a Tesla depends on the Tesla model you have. Take a look at the vehicle handbook, or the chassis plate (usually on the passenger door pillar) will give you the answer.
If the vehicle has a tow weight then you can tow up to that weight (The normal maximum Tesla Model 3 tow weight is a maximum of 1000kg.).
A word of warning to those wanting to tow with a Tesla where the vehicle does not have a tow weight, ‘ Don’t do it!’ The vehicle is not strong enough to support towing if there’s no tow weight. (Serious damage to the car will occur if you hook a caravan up and tow it.)
If you want to have a cycle carrier on a Tesla then the vehicle does not need a tow weight. You can have a tow bar fitted that’s just for use with a cycle carrier. (providing you stick to the tow bar’s maximum neck weight.)
What tow bar brand do we fit to Teslas?
We always supply and fit the Bosal / Oris or Westfalia detachable tow bar as these are the OEM tow bar for Tesla factory fitting.
For the Tesla tow bar electrics we only use an approved dedicated wiring loom, as you can appreciate, the Tesla has very complex electronics and fitting anything less than approved wiring is just asking for trouble.
Is there a bumper cut for a Tesla aftermarket tow bar?
Mostly we have found that the Tesla comes with a factory tow panel built into the underskirt of the bumper. This alleviates any bumper cut at all. If your Tesla doesn’t have the factory tow panel then a small window needs to be cut into the under panel to allow for the tow bar and electrical socket. This is not visible unless you look under the vehicle.
What is the price for an aftermarket towbar on a Tesla?
This depends on the type of tow bar, the model of the vehicle, the electrics you need, and the fitting location. The easiest way to find the price is to complete our online tow bar fitting price form found at https://www.ultimatetowbars.co.uk/online-towbar-fitting-quote/ or call us during office hours on 0114 360 7080.
Ultimate tow bars can fit your Tesla with a tow bar provided you’re within around a 60-mile drive from Sheffield.
We fit tow bars at your home or work address.
To work out the tow weight of your Tesla follow our simple guide to finding your maximum tow weight > https://www.ultimatetowbars.co.uk/maximum-tow-weight/
To get more information about towing with a Tesla please visit Tesla’s own website at > https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_eu/GUID-BD9A38D5-4410-45A3-8337-BDF7342750F3.html#TRAILERMODE
Team Ultimate Towbars info@ultimatetowbars.co.uk