Derby Tow Bars

Mobile tow bar fitting in Derby and the East Midlands

Derby Tow Bars is a specialist tow bar supply, fitting and wiring service that comes to the customer's home or workplace. The company operates in Derby, Derbyshire and surrounding areas, and its approach is built on more than 35 years of hands-on experience in the industry. The service is aimed at cars, vans, 4x4s, Swift motorhomes, electric and hybrid vehicles.

Types of tow bar available

The company's range includes several solutions to suit the intended use and vehicle type:

• Fixed flange tow bars: a robust and practical option, designed for those who tow frequently.
• Swan neck tow bars: a neater, more modern design, compatible with many caravans and cycle carriers.
• Detachable tow bars: allow the neck to be removed when not in use to maintain the vehicle's appearance.
• Retractable and electrically deployable tow bars: a factory-style solution on selected vehicles.
• Bike carrier only tow bars: for vehicles not approved for towing but suitable for approved cycle carrier systems.

Vehicle-specific wiring and coding

The company fits dedicated vehicle-specific wiring kits where available. This type of installation is intended to protect the vehicle's electronics and keep safety systems working correctly. According to published information, the work may include functions such as trailer stability, parking sensor cut-off, fog light cut-off, bulb failure monitoring and vehicle coding where required.

Brands and components

Among the tow bar brands the company states it uses are Brink, Oris and TowTrust. The site also mentions components and accessories such as Swing Racks support systems, the Alko Trigo-Van rack, the Fabbri Sesamo Minnid cycle carrier, the Thule VeloSwing system and van steps. The range is completed with tow bars for Hymer and Swift motorhomes, and for specific models such as Jaecoo and Volvo.

Coverage areas

The mobile service covers Derby, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Burton upon Trent, Loughborough and nearby areas. The company also lists Staffordshire among its fitting areas.

Customer profile and booking process

The service is aimed at owners who need to tow caravans, trailers or platforms, as well as those who use cycle carriers or require the tow bar for work. Booking is set out in four steps: check the options on the website, select the appropriate tow bar and wiring, arrange an appointment stating date, time and location, and receive the technician at the chosen location to carry out the installation.

Service and stated guarantees

The company presents itself as a certified and fully insured technician, and states that it offers transparent pricing with no hidden costs, personalised advice to choose the right tow bar and post-installation support. According to its own communication, it has hundreds of five-star reviews on Google and Trustpilot. The site states that the work is done right the first time.

Location and contact

Derby Towbars De248bt · Phone: 07772280057 · Opening hours: Monday to Friday: 8:30 - 19:30; Saturday: 8:30 - 16:30; Sunday: closed