Professional Towbar Fitting near St Albans

Most towbar installations take between 2 and 3 hours, depending on the vehicle and electrics. Some simple fits take around 90 minutes, while more complex vehicles can take up to 6 hours.

Towbar fitting does not usually affect your manufacturer’s warranty, especially when using dedicated vehicle specific electrics. GT Towing is trusted by many main dealers for new and pre registered vehicles. We always recommend checking your manufacturer’s guidance for full peace of mind.

Yes. Many electric vehicles are now approved for towing, and we regularly install towbars on EVs. Towing capacity and range vary by model, but the industry is rapidly expanding support for electric tow vehicles.

Some vehicles require coding after towbar installation, especially when using dedicated electrics. Coding is always included in our quoted price when required. Many vehicles do not need coding at all, and some dedicated kits work without coding.

Yes. You’re welcome to wait on site. We offer a comfortable waiting area with seating, free Wi Fi, refreshments, a TV, and a workspace if needed.

In almost all cases, no. Factory fitted parking sensors are positioned to avoid detecting the towbar. Only a very small number of vehicles require a detachable towbar to avoid sensor interference.

Yes. Detachable towbars are designed for quick, tool free operation. Removing or refitting the towbar typically takes just 2-3 seconds, and we always provide a full demonstration.

Most caravans require an extended neck ALKO compatible towball. When we install a towbar for caravan towing, this type of towball is supplied and fitted as standard and included in the quoted price.

Towbars are tested to match the legal towing limit of the vehicle - there are no “light duty” or “heavy duty” towbars. Your vehicle’s towing capacity can be found on your V5C document, and we can help you interpret it.

A towbar is considered a modification, so you should inform your insurer. In most cases, it does not significantly affect your premium.

This depends entirely on the vehicle.

• Many vehicles require a non visible bumper cut underneath.
• Some require no cut at all.
• A small number require a visible cut.

We can advise you in advance if you’re concerned about bumper modifications.

A type approved towbar meets UK and EU safety standards and is legally required for all cars registered after 1998. It ensures the towbar is safe and compliant for road use.