Trailer Sway Control
The Importance of Trailer Sway Control on the Towing Vehicle Trailer sway—sometimes called trailer snaking—is one of the most dangerous situations a driver can encounter when towing. It occurs when a trailer begins to move side-to-side behind the towing vehicle,...
Towbar Fitting Price.
How much does a tow bar cost? Getting an accurate towbar fitting price isn’t always as simple as it may seem. The final cost depends on several different factors, which is why it’s always best to request a clear written quotation that confirms exactly what is included...
Bike Carriers Warning!.
Towbar-Mounted Cycle Carriers with Fog Lights on the Near Side – Why They’re Not Legal in the UK Towbar-mounted cycle carriers are one of the most popular ways to transport bikes. They’re stable, easy to load, and ideal for carrying heavier bikes such as e-bikes....
Why Ultimate Towbars Choose Tow-Trust Towbars
The Number One Choice for Towbars. When it comes to supplying and fitting premium towing solutions across the UK, Ultimate Towbars understands what truly matters: safety, reliability, and long-term performance. For this reason, many of their preferred towing systems...
Motorhome Towbars.
Why Ultimate Towbars Are the Choice When Choosing a Motorhome Towbar. When it comes to motorhome ownership, freedom and flexibility are everything. Whether you’re towing a small car, a trailer, or carrying additional equipment, the towbar you choose plays a huge role...
Understanding Vehicle CAN Bus Electrics
Modern vehicles are no longer just mechanical machines with a few wires and switches. They are complex electronic systems made up of many computers working together. At the centre of this system is CAN bus electronics, which allows electronic control units (ECUs) to...
CAN Bus Wiring and Tow Bar Installation: Technical Considerations and Best Practices
Introduction Modern vehicles rely heavily on Controller Area Network (CAN Bus) systems to manage communication between electronic control units (ECUs). When installing a tow bar and associated trailer electrics, improper integration with the CAN Bus can lead to fault...
Towbar Experts You Can Trust
Professional Expertise You Can Trust Technology never stands still, and neither do we. At Ultimate Towbars, we continually invest in training and skills development to stay at the forefront of modern automotive technology. All of our staff are university-educated and...
Towbar Software Updates.
Vehicle Software Updates Following Towbar Installation: Technical and Regulatory Considerations 1. Introduction The installation of a towbar on a modern passenger vehicle constitutes both a mechanical and electronic modification. While traditional towing systems...