A removable tow bar is the best option if your vehicle is fitted with a reverse sensor, as the sensor would not pick up the neck of the tow bar. The owner needs to choose the model of the tow bar very carefully as all models do not support every vehicle.
These trailer hitches can be attached horizontally or vertically. Most common is the vertical mounting; users go for another model only when there is insufficient space. The other types of tow bars are flange tow bars and swan necks trailers.
The hitches that allow free access to the rear of the vehicle are most desirable along with electric brake controllers. They can be locked by the owner and opened with the set of keys provided by the manufacturer. Once the hitches are removed from the vehicle they can be stored safely so that they can be used later.
Many people prefer to use this type of tow bars. The reasons why they are popular include:
Detachable: The removable tow bar can be attached to the vehicle with the help of a locking system. Once the trailer is separated from the towing vehicle, the tow bar can also be detached.
Safe: Once the trailer is separated. If the tow bar is still fixed to the vehicle, it could hurt people while they move around it. Once the hook is removed, People can move around without hurting themselves.
Versatile: the trailers that can be fixed to the vehicle can be of wide range, it includes cycles, drop plates, etc. the towing capacity of the detachable hitch is same as the fixed model.
Helpful for cars that are fixed with parking sensors: Vehicles that are fixed with parking sensors, could face problems if the tow bar is fixed as the sensor would assume it to be an object that could harm the vehicle.
The vehicle owners need to seek the help of professionals while purchasing a tow bar. The experts would understand the need of the customer and then suggest the best possible solution.
Depending upon the requirement the best suitable tow bar for the vehicle would differ. So, depending on another person’s choice, the owner should not make the final choice.
In general, if the trailer is used quite frequently, then the fixed mode can work best. If the owner fixes the caravan only once or twice a year, then the detachable model would be ideal. It is always advised to seek the help of an expert in this regard.