It is one of the most popular German cars on the market: The VW Passat (B8) comes along in a high-quality design and offers enough space on the inside. It is a modern car for the whole family, using our detachable towbar it can now be retrofitted and be used as a towing vehicle.
Our detachable towbar can easily be used and with only a few hand grips it can be detached. It requires no visible cut-out.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for VW Passat estate and saloon (B8) 11/2014 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
also fitting for VW Passat Variant Alltrack (B8)
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, CAN databus
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Technical data for detachable towbar for VW Passat estate and saloon (B8) 11/2014 model
It makes sure that even in the event of the trailer coming loose from the coupling towbar it will still decelerate. This is what we call the safety or breakaway cable. Anyone who drives a lot with a trailer is sure to be familiar with installing it – and probably also had many discussions about it. When travelling to our neighbouring countries, the Netherlands and Switzerland, if the breakaway cable is not correctly installed or you have no safety cable, this could lead to heavy fines. For this reason, we’ve put together the provisions given by the ADAC (German Automobile Association) regarding the correct installation and use of the cable.
Breakaway cable safety mechanisms when driving in Germany
In Germany trailers in the medium-weight class, i.e. with a permissible maximum weight of more than 750 kg and up to 3,500 kg, are generally equipped with inertia (overrun) brakes. This means that in the braking procedure the trailer overruns the towing vehicle and the resulting power is transmitted by lever transmission to the trailer brakes. In the event that the trailer becomes detached from the towbar, a safety cable should trigger the brakes and bring the trailer to a halt.
The use of a breakaway or safety cable is mandatory in Germany. Where exactly the cable should be installed is not specified. However, one thing is certain, the cable may not be looped over the towbar. As far as technically possible, the safety cable has to be fixed through an opening, drill hole or eyelet on the towbar, not on the ball head.
How to use a safety cable correctly in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands safety devices are foreseen for both braked and unbraked trailers. Trailers up to 1500 kg therefore require a safety feature and/or breakaway facility. With trailers without their own brakes a secondary coupling in the form of a cable or chain is compulsory. This also applies for unbraked trailers up to 750 kg. With larger trailers an ultimate (at break) braking provision must be in place, i.e. a steel cable between the vehicle and the braking system of the trailer. This is only available for vehicles (trailers) with brakes.
In any case, it is very important that in the Netherlands the specified safety cables must, in addition, be attached to the towbar for both unbraked and braked trailers.
This is done with special eyelets or clamps. Simply winding the cable round the knee-joint bar is not sufficient in the Netherlands.
How to use a safety cable correctly in Switzerland
In Switzerland with trailers up to a permissible total weight of 1,500 kg without a service brake system, an additional safety cable, e.g. a breakaway cable is required. The Federal Office for Roads has approved additional eyelets or special fixing holes on the towbar as suitable for mounting.
What requires special attention with a foreign/German trailer combination in the Netherlands and Switzerland?
In accordance with the Vienna Convention on Road Traffic, the brake systems of trailers must be equipped in such a way that the trailer, even in the case of a break in the coupling device when in motion, can come to a halt. This does not apply for single-axle trailers or double-axle trailers with a wheelbase of less than one metre and the trailer does not exceed the permissible total weight of 1,500 kg. Unbraked trailers up to a permissible total weight of 1,500 kg must be connected and secured to the towing vehicle via a safety cable, i.e. a breakaway cable. General information: Since the minimum requirements specified by the Vienna Convention on Road Traffic may not be exceeded, either in the Netherlands or in Switzerland, the national provisions shall in any case also apply for trailer combinations registered in Germany, insofar as these are active road users in the Netherlands or Switzerland.
Please note: Our towbars have either eyelets or a drill hole for fixing the breakaway cable. Read more about how to use the cable correctly in our report on this topic.
As a modern SUV the Volvo XC60 fascinates its drivers. Being the smaller Swedish model its design is part of its success, accompanied by its towing capacity. This can be underlined by using our towbar.
We have produced the fitting detachable towbar for the Volvo model. The towbar can easily be handled and can be detached with just a few hand grips.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for Volvo XC60 06/2012 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown, parking assistance system car-mounted, CAN databus, LED compatible (only for vehicles with rear fog lamp)
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Technical data for detachable towbar for Volvo XC60 06/2012 model
D-value: 11,21 kN
Towing capacity: 2100 kg
Trailer load: 90 kg
The detachable towbar for your XC60 06/2012 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3730 AS.
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As one of the classics among offroad vehicles the LAND ROVER Range Rover Evoque has delighted everyone with its modern and sporty design. Hence, it is among the most favoured cross country vehicles.
For turning it into a towing vehicle, we at MVG have developed a fitting detachable towbar. The towbar can not only be easily removed, the handling is user-friendly and it is perfect for straightforward retrofitting.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for LAND ROVER Range Rover 10/2011 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, optical warning device
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Technical data for detachable towbar for LAND ROVER Range Rover 10/2011 model
D-value: 11 kN
Towing capacity: 2100 kg
Trailer load: 130 kg
The detachable towbar for your Range Rover Evoque 10/2011 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3455 AS.
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The Mazda 3 (BM/BN) is a modern and very sporty model of the Japanese manufacturer. With its appealing design it is popular in the streets.
With the help of our detachable towbar it can now easily be turned into a towing vehicle. Our towbar is user-friendly in its handling and requires no cut-out.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for Mazda 3 (BM/BN) 10/2013 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
also fitting for facelift models starting 02/2017
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, electronic warning device, LED compatible
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Technical data for detachable towbar for Mazda 3 (BM/BN) 10/2013 model
D-value: 9,5 kN
Towing capacity: 1951 kg
Trailer load: 90 kg
The detachable towbar for your Mazda 3 (BM/BN) 10/2013 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0599 AS.
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It offers enough space for the whole family: The Dacia Dokker convinces with its indoor size, which is big enough for kit and caboodle and still offers enough storage space for everything needed. With our matching towbar it can now easily be turned into a towing vehicle for the next family holiday.
Our detachable towbar also fits for facelift models from 03/2017 and does not require a visible cut-out. It can easily be handled and is user-friendly.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for Dacia Dokker 11/2012 model and facelifts from 03/2017
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
also fitting for facelift models starting 03/2017
not fitting for vehicles using LPG
also fitting for vehicles with factory-made parking assistant
its not possible to open the rear doors while trailer operation
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, electronic warning device
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Technical data for detachable towbar for Dacia Dokker 11/2012 model and facelifts from 03/2017
D-value: 7,5 kN
Towing capacity: 1253 kg
Trailer load: 85 kg
The detachable towbar for your Dacia Dokker 11/2012 model as well as for the facelift models from 03/2017 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0962 AS.
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As the first hybrid of the South Korean manufacturer the KIA Niro comes to market. The model not only fascinates experts but has shown to be a good drive with a great design and comfortable equipment for consumers.
We have produced the fitting detachable towbar for the hybrid KIA Niro. The towbar can easily be handled and can be detached with just a few hand grips.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for KIA Niro 2016 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, CAN databus
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Technical data for detachable towbar for KIA Niro 2016 model
D-value: 8,2 kN
Towing capacity: 1474 kg
Trailer load: 100 kg
The detachable towbar for your KIA Niro 2016 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3790 AS.
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The ideal car for the whole family: The new KIA Optima Sportswagon comes along in a classic modern design with high comfort and a lot of space for kit and caboodle.
With our detachable towbar your KIA Optima Sportswagon can easily be turned into a towing vehicle now.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for KIA Optima Sportswagon 10/16 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown, parking assistance system car-mounted, CAN databus
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Technical data for detachable towbar for KIA Optima Sportswagon 10/16 model
D-value: 10,0 kN
Towing capacity: 1946 kg
Trailer load: 100 kg
The detachable towbar for your KIA Optima Sportswagon 10/16 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3791 AS.
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With its compact form the Renault Captur (2R) cannot be assumed away from German streets. Its modern design can easily be combined with the ability to tow trailers now: In our shop the fitting detachable towbar for the Renault Captur (2R) can be found and can easily be retrofitted.
The benefits of the detachable towbar for Renault Captur (2R) 03/13 model
vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040
No visible cut-out required
automatic system removal by twist grip
automatic locking device when fitting
vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdown and parking assistance system, electronic warning device, LED compatible.
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Technical data for detachable towbar for Renault Captur (2R) 03/13 model
D-value: 7,2 kN
Towing capacity: 1275 kg
Trailer load: 75 kg
The detachable towbar for your Renault Captur (2R) 03/13 model can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0963 AS.
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For some 40 years now MVG has been successfully developing, constructing and manufacturing towbars and electrical kits in original equipment quality for passenger cars, commercial and off-road vehicles.
Many years of experience, reliability, flexibility and excellent quality – these are the features that qualify MVG as a dependable system partner for the automotive industry and the car dealing business.
In the development and construction of our towbar systems we, at MVG, use state-of-the-art technology such as CAD and FEM (Finite Element Method). In this process we also take into account the individual wishes of the customer, such as attractive yet unobtrusive designs on the vehicle, as well as easy and quick fitting thanks to an excellent accuracy of fit and simple installation of the towbar on the vehicle.
MVG towbars are tested for maximum tow load capacities and D-values in accordance with European standards. Approval by the German (or other) technical agencies is not required.
Before everything goes into serial production extensive safety tests are carried out in our test centre. The fatigue strength of the towbars is tested on the basis of the European Guidelines 94/20/EG; ECE R55 or the test procedure Carlos TC – “Car Loading Standard Trailer Coupling”.
All MVG towbars can also be used for rear cycle carriers.
MVG electrical kits are based on the high technical and statutory requirements demanded of the automotive electronic systems. Taking into consideration the latest technology, such as check-control, CAN bus, LED and PDC, our electrical kits are indeed complete, vehicle-specific solutions with that extra plus of easy fitting and reduced installation times.
State-of-the-art manufacturing technology in our plants, which is monitored by process-related quality controls, guarantees an outstanding product quality.
MVG stands for quality “Designed and made in Germany” – tried and tested and certified in accordance with ISO 9001* and ISO/TS 16949 as the first* manufacturer of towbars and electrical fittings in Germany.
It is one of the most popular German cars on the market: The VW Passat (B8) comes along in a high-quality design and offers enough space on the inside. It is a modern car for the whole family, using our detachable towbar it can now be retrofitted and be used as a towing vehicle.
