More than 3000 tow hooks have already been installed on a wide range of models in our workshop. These have ranged from brand new to “workhorses” that have seen their day. Regardless of the age of the car, many customers base their choice of tow hitch on the principle “the cheaper the better”. Perhaps because, at first glance, it looks like a piece of iron for which there is no point in paying even €10-20 more.
I’m going to tell you about our vision as professionals, what quality should be and how we choose manufacturers for our clients.
The first thing we pay attention to is how the trucks are made. I have personally visited European factories to make sure that all manufacturing standards are followed and that products pass the mandatory tests. This is the only way I can recommend them to you and guarantee the products we install.
Advice: Make sure you are dealing with a reliable manufacturer!
Secondly: the tow hook should be a perfect fit for your car. Each tow hitch is developed for a specific car model. Believe me, every manufacturer has a different design, barely noticeable, but still. We have been faced with the fact that not all manufacturers’ tow hooks are a perfect fit for your car and require on-site fitting. As a customer, you will never know about this, as everything is hidden behind the bar, but you risk the whole structure rusting very quickly with the body of the car, and the safety of using the trailer is also reduced.
Advice: only go to workshops that work officially and that you can actually trust.
Thirdly, it’s a question of aesthetics. You need to be sure that the tow hitch will keep its good looks for several years and not rust after the first winter. We have seen tow hooks that are completely rusted after a year of use. Of course, a towbar is an iron structure and can rust, but how quickly this happens depends on the treatment of the metal, the painting technique and of course the quality of the paint.
Tip: Choose tow hooks that have performed well in our weather conditions, and steer clear of very cheap offerings.
Maybe it’s worth paying an extra €40-50 for the best paint job, for the fact that your new car won’t be cut or drilled, and simply for the fact that you’re trusting the professionals!
And don’t forget to ask for a quote with installation!