Detachable towbar for Renault Captur II

12. Juni 2020 um 11:03
Renault Captur II The Renault Captur goes into the next round with its latest model: The Renault Captur II is modern and sporty, just the right choice if you want a versatile all-rounder. With the right towbar, the popular SUV also easily becomes a towing vehicle. In our assortment you will find a suitable detachable towbar with which easy retrofitting is possible at any time. Our trailer coupling is operated via a rotary wheel, which means that the ball rod can be removed in a few simple steps.   Renault Captur II

The benefits of the detachable towbar for Renault Captur II from 01/2020

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no cut-out required
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • No modification of  the internal reinforcement required, bumper brackets remain in the original – short assemly time
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling
  • vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdow, parking assistance system car-sided, electronic blinking device, LED compatible

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Technical data for detachable towbar for Renault Captur II

  • D-value: 8,8 kN
  • Towing capacity: 1718 kg
  • Trailer load: 95 kg
The towbar for your Renault Captur II from 01/2020 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0980 AS.

Schedule of penalties | Speeding when driving a trailer

1. Juni 2020 um 8:00

Correct loading from the trailer, maintaining speeds, securing loads, parking and much more is also regulated in the catalog of fines for driving with a trailer. What should you watch out for and, above all, what penalties and fines can you expect when speeding? We have put together the most important points for you.

Speeding when driving with a trailer

In order to be able to define the exceeding of speeds, it is important to know that the maximum speed for cars with trailers is set at 80 km / h. This is especially important for driving outside of built-up areas. If you want to drive faster, you need an additional permit for your car/trailer combination. The risk that arises when the permissible maximum speed is exceeded is classified as high, since speeding can cause your team to lurch or skid at excessive speed. The braking distance is also extended due to the added weight of the trailer.

Exceeding the speed limits inside and outside of built-up areas is basically regulated in the same way as when driving without a trailer. While 10-15 km / h will only be punished with a maximum fine of € 30, higher speeding exceedances both inside and outside of closed towns are also associated with points in Flensburg. From 40 km / h you must also expect driving bans. At over 60 km / h you have to expect points, driving bans and a fine of € 600.
You can find the differentiation below.

 

Speeding outside of built-up areas

  • up to 10 km / h: 15 €
  • up to 15 km / h: 25 €
  • up to 20 km / h: 10 €, 1 point
  • up to 25 km / h: 80 €, 1 point
  • up to 30 km / h: € 95, 1 point
  • up to 40 km / h: 160 €, 2 points, 1 month driving ban
  • up to 50 km / h: € 240, 2 points, 1 month driving ban
  • up to 60 km / h: 440 €, 2 points, 2 months driving ban
  • over 60 km / h: 600 €, 2 points, 3 months driving ban

Exceeding the pace within closed towns:

  • up to 10 km / h: 20 €
  • up to 15 km / h: 30 €
  • up to 20 km / h: 80 €, 1 point
  • up to 25 km / h: € 95, 1 point
  • up to 30 km / h: 140 €, 2 points, 1 month driving ban
  • up to 40 km / h: € 200, 2 points, 1 month driving ban
  • up to 50 km / h: 280 €, 2 points, 2 months driving ban
  • up to 60 km / h: 480 €, 2 points, 3 months driving ban

over 60 km / h: 600 €, 2 points, 3 months driving ban

You can find more information on the website of the German schedule of penalties.

 

Detachable towbar for Suzuki Vitara (LY)

18. Mai 2020 um 9:22

The new Suzuki Vitara (LY) comes along in a fresh design. The model from MY 10/2018 is modern and sporty. The Suzuki Vitara offers a lot of space and is still compact. With the right towbar, the Suzuki Vitara can also easily become a towing vehicle and is well suited for a driving with a trailer.

Towbar Suzuki Vitara (LY)

In our range we offer a suitable detachable towbar for an easy retrofitting of the popular SUV. Our trailer hitch is easily operated using a system 2040 with its rotary wheel, the towbar can easily be removed any time. The towbar does not intervene with the high-quality optics of the Suzuki and is easy to use.

The benefits of the detachable towbar for Suzuki Vitara (LY) from 10/2018

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no visible cut-out required
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling
  • vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdow, parking assistance system car-sided, electronic blinking device, LED compatible

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Technical data for detachable towbar for Suzuki Vitara (LY) from 10/2018

  • D-value: 8,5 kN
  • Towing capacity: 1614 kg
  • Trailer load: 90 kg

The towbar for your Suzuki Vitara from 10/2018 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3521 AS.

Detachable towbar for Jeep Wrangler (JL)

12. April 2019 um 14:17

Jeep WranglerThe Jeep Wrangler (JL) comes in a modern design. From model year 08/2018, the model with its significant corners and edges is now available in a sporty look, which of course is still strongly oriented towards the evergreen and its characteristic look. For many years, the Jeep Wrangler has been a popular vehicle for off-road tours and is also used increasingly in city traffic.

The Wrangler is also excellently suited as a towing vehicle and can prove its pulling power with the matching trailer hitch. In our assortment we offer a suitable detachable trailer hitch for an easy retrofit. Our trailer hitch ca easily be operated by means of a rotary knob of the system 2040 and can be removed at any time. The towbar does not intervene in the high-quality appearance of the Jeep Wrangler (JL) and is also easy to use.

Jeep Wrangler

 

The benefits of the detachable towbar for

Jeep Wrangler (JL) from 08/2018

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no cut-out required by using the original cut-out
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • also fitting for AdBlue vehicles
  • no increase in load bearing possible
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling
  • vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdow, parking assistance system car-sided, electronic blinking device, LED compatible

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Technical data for detachable towbar for Jeep Wrangler (JL) from 08/2018

  • D-value: 13 kN
  • Towing capacity: 2671 kg
  • Trailer load: 140 kg

The towbar for your Jeep Wrangler (JL) from 08/2018 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0849 AS.

 

In an accident with your towbar – what must be done?

21. März 2019 um 14:33

AccidentIn an accident, there are many points that shoot through your head and that you have to pay attention to. The trailer hitch (maybe) does not always come to mind at first. Of course, driving yourself in or against the front of the car will obviously not affect the towbar, although it will certainly damage other areas of the vehicle. Thus, you will have to worry about the trailer hitch when the rear of the vehicle is affected in the accident. So if somebody drives into the back of your car or if you drive too far when parking and end up in the wall, then you should always think about your trailer hitch and question whether it can still be used.

Damage to the trailer hitch – repair required

In the event of a collision on your vehicle and thus also on your trailer hitch, you have to act. A trailer hitch can not be repaired. This is because repairs and modifications of any kind are inadmissible and the approval, which we receive for your trailer hitch and send you, is not valid anymore after an accident. In addition, there are product liability reasons that make it necessary to replace the trailer hitch. If someone crashes into your car frim behind, then possible damage to the trailer hitch is often not really visible. Sure, when the paint is off, the damage does not seem that bad at first. However, you can not detect any damage to the cross member or the side parts with the naked eye. We strongly advise against the repair on your own, not only for the reasons already mentioned. A self-repair does not fulfill the necessary hardening and machining processes which ensure the tensile strength and stability and can not be met by you or in any workshop. If your rear end and thus your trailer hitch has been damaged, you should no longer tow the trailer with the trailer hitch and replace it as soon as possible.

 

Damage caused by the trailer hitch

In an accident, as we have outlined above, certainly the opposing vehicle is affected. Often it will be the case that your tail looks much more harmless compared to the front of the other party. Due to the trailer hitch on your car, the impact forces of the opponent on his car have a significantly stronger impact, so that his vehicle is certainly badly damaged at the front. But does the trailer hitch affect the liability of the insurance company? Currently there is no official and universal regulation. In the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations in Germany (StVZO) the following is stated in §30c: „[…] no part of the outline of the vehicles may protrude so that they more than inevitably endanger the traffic.“ That is, with a removable trailer coupling or even a swiveling model, the emergence would be avoidable. Therefore, we strongly advise you to have the two models attached or unfolded on the vehicle only if you need the towbar immediately. Otherwise, there may be difficulties with the insurance.

 

The detachable towbar for KIA Sportage of 2018

10. März 2019 um 13:46

KIA Sportage

The KIA Sportage enters the next round: In 2018, a new facelift model came to the market, which once again shows that the popular SUV is one of the most modern vehicles. The facelift inspires with an attractive look and a high level of comfort, also the SUV is well known as a towing vehicle.

So that he can show his strength, we offer the right trailer hitch. Our trailer hitch can be easily retrofitted and has a removable system. If the trailer hitch is not needed, the ball bar can be easily removed at any time. This is easily achieved with a rotary knob. The towbar does not interfere with the high-quality look of the KIA Sportage and is also easy to use.

KIA Sportage

 

The benefits of the detachable towbar for KIA Sportage

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no cut-out required by using the original cut-out
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • also fitting for AdBlue vehicles
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling
  • vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdow, parking assistance system car-sided, electronic blinking device, LED compatible

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Technical data for detachable towbar for KIA Sportage from 2018

  • D-value: 11,2 kN
  • Towing capacity: 2317kg
  • Trailer load: 120kg

The towbar for your KIA Sportage from 2018 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 3133 AKS.

 

Detachable towbar for Chrysler Pacifica (RU)

6. Februar 2019 um 11:45

Chrylser Pacifica

The Chrysler Pacifica (RU) thrilled as a modern hybrid. Of course, the van can also be set up as a towing vehicle, of course, the right trailer hitch is essential.

We offer you a practical detachable trailer hitch, which you can operate in a few simple steps and remove at any time. Operation is via a rotary knob, the trailer hitch does not interfere with the appearance of the Chrysler.

Chrysler Pacifica

 

 

The benefits of the detachable towbar for Chrysler Pacifica (RU)

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no visible cut-out required
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling

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Technical data for detachable towbar for Chrysler Pacifica (RU) from 11/2016

  • D-value: 11,8 kN
  • Towing capacity: 2000 kg
  • Trailer load: 120 kg

The towbar for your Chrysler Pacifca from 11/2016 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0848 A.

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Why is retrofitting with change plate practical?

23. Januar 2019 um 15:28

Change plate systemIn some vehicle models, we also offer a practical system with removable disk in addition to a rigid or detachable trailer hitch . But what are the benefits for you and why is it advisable for some vehicles to opt for a system with a change plate?

We always offer the replaceable plate system when the function and consequently also the use of the vehicle can be well supplemented by a jaw clutch. For example, with very powerful vehicles, as they are often used in forestry. Here are certainly the current pick up models, such as the Renault Alaskan and the Nissan Navara, to be named. In agriculture, these cars are often used. The trailers, which are used in the work in forestry and agriculture, usually have no ball coupling as you know them from the popular trailers. Instead, you have to work with a jaw or a bolt coupling. With a removable change plate system, this is easily possible. Because you have two plates, each holding a different trailer hitch for you. So you can of course on the one hand, rely on a normal rigid trailer hitch. On the other hand, there is also a plate, which is provided with a mouth clutch. You can then use these for the foot or bolt coupling of the trailer.

If you want to switch between the plates, this is of course easily possible. You just have to pull a lever forward and then you can turn off your removable disk. Also, the assembly of the new plate is literally done in a jiffy, but you turn the plate simply on the base plate until the lever engages. The operation of the system with removable disk you can also look at the video once.

 

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Three features that the towbar should have for retrofitting

12. Dezember 2018 um 11:19

Retrofitting towbarIf you want to retrofit a towbar, you should pay attention to a few details. Clearly, you want to be able to use the AHK for a few years on your current vehicle and you do not want it to annoy you on a regular basis. Therefore, we have put together the three most important features that you should consider when choosing the towing hitch.

1. The towbar should not be in your way

Nothing is more annoying than constantly bumping your leg on the trailer hitch because you have forgotten that it is now on the back of the vehicle. Surely you will get used to it one day. Yet, if you are a habit and are bothered by something in your way, then you should think about a detachable or swiveling towbar. These are not permanently in your way and only need to be put into operation when you really intend to use them. This way you save not only trouble, but also dirty trouser legs, if, after retrofitting you forgot about the towbar again.

 

2. The trailer hitch should lie to you in the operation

If you are retrofitting a trailer hitch and it is not exactly rigid, then you should make sure when retrofitting that you get along well with the operation of the trailer hitch. With our detachable trailer hitches, you just have to turn one wheel aside and turn it to remove the ball rod. During assembly, you only need to guide the ball rod into the receptacle until it snaps in by itself. Even with the swivel trailer hitch from us only a few steps are necessary. So you have to operate the trailer hitch as described for the removable version, if you want to dismantle the towbar. If you have operated the wheel, the towbar „falls“ down and you only have to bring it up to its resting position. If you would like to put the towbar back in operation, you will move the lever of the rest position to the side so that the ball bar „falls down“ once again. Then you only have to grasp the trailer hitch and guide it to its correct position. Here, too, the towbar locks itself in. So you see, the operation of our towbars is designed as easy as possible for you, we put a lot of value on it in the development and construction.

3. The trailer hitch should not affect the appearance of your vehicle

Nothing is nastier than a large section in the bumper, if you retrofit a trailer hitch. It is by no means absolutely necessary to reckon with a section when retrofitting. Our trailer hitches are designed to come out under the bumper and thus run around it. A section in the visible area of ​​the bumper is therefore not required when retrofitting with MVG trailer couplings. When buying your trailer hitch you should also pay attention to this, certainly you would like to make on your vehicle no major interference with the optics.

Our detachable towbar for Seat Ibiza

3. September 2018 um 15:16

Seat Ibiza

With its fresh design the Seat Ibiza goes into the next round: The popular car has been thrilling its drivers for many years and can be easily retrofitted with the right trailer hitch at any time. In our assortment we offer the suitable detachable towbar for an easy retrofit. We attach great importance to a good look on the vehicle and a high level of operating comfort for our customers. The towbar is easily operated via a rotary knob and requires no intervention on the vehicle.

Seat Ibiza

 

The benefits of the detachable towbar for Seat Ibiza

  • vertically detachable towbar, MVG towbar 2040 
  • no visible cut-out required
  • automatic system removal by twist grip
  • automatic locking device when fitting
  • easy handling
  • vehicle-specific eletrical kit, 13-pin, 12 Volt, rear fog lamp shutdow and parking assistance system, CAN databus, LED compatible

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Technical data for detachable towbar for Seat Ibiza from 06/2017

  • D-value: 7,2 kN
  • Towing capacity: 1258 kg
  • Trailer load: 80 kg

The towbar for your Seat Ibiza from 06/2017 can be found in our MVG-shop. The item number is 0797 AS.

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