Is it OK to tow a caravan with an automatic car?

Is it OK to tow a caravan with an automatic car?

Some cars with automatic transmissions are also equipped with a tow/haul mode that can come in handy. However, if you're towing off-road on uneven ground, manual transmissions can trump automatic ones. This is because towing large loads with a manual can damage the clutch from shifting gears.

What size caravan can I tow with my car?

If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997 and have an ordinary category B (car) licence, you can: Drive a vehicle up to 3.5 tonnes or 3,500kg MAM towing a trailer of up to 750kg MAM. Tow a trailer over 750kg MAM as long as the combined weight of the trailer and towing vehicle is no more than 3,500kg.

How do I know if my car can tow a caravan?

If the maximum mass of the caravan is 85% or less than the total kerb weight of the car, the car will tow the caravan easily. If the maximum mass is between 85%-100% of the car's kerb weight, this could be potentially more difficult to tow, and should really only be done my experienced caravanners.

What cars can tow 1600kg?

The Skoda Octavia is one of the more popular choices when it comes to towing cars. Not only does it offer a lot of space, in the boot for luggage and in the front and back seats for passengers, but it provides an incredibly safe and stable drive. Even with a 1500kg caravan.