39 Enterprise Drive, Braintree, Essex CM7 2DG

01376 350123

Essex Towbars Ltd is part of Starmo Auto Electrics Ltd

Essex Towbars Ltd

Others copy our name, but we are the original!

Call 01376 350123

Competitive Pricing

Quality and Appearance

Major Brands

Witter Towbars
Brink Towbars
Tow Trust Towbars
Westfalia Towbars

Accessories

Trained Technicians

Cycle Racks

Professional Towbar Fitting in Essex

When you contact us, you'll be connected with one of our knowledgeable technicians, ready to answer all your questions and offer expert advice tailored to your needs. If our lines are busy, leave a message and we WILL phone you back.

We can talk you through your options and book you in straight away!

If our lines are busy, leave a message and we WILL call you back

Professional Towbar Fitting in Essex

When you call us you will speak to one of our experienced tehnicians who can answer ALL your questions and give you the best possible advice.

If our lines are busy, leave a message and we WILL phone you back.

TOWBARS

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Choosing the right towbar is a matter of personal preference, as most types will fit your vehicle.

If you’re unsure which option would suit your vehicle best, feel free to give us a call. Our team can guide you on the best fit and appearance.

We carry all major brands, many of which come with a lifetime guarantee.

Professional Towbar fitting
50mm Flange Towball
Professional Towbar fitting
Swan Neck
Detachable Towbar
Detachable

Choosing Your Electrics

Choosing the right electrics can feel overwhelming, but it ultimately depends on how you plan to use your towbar. Whether you’re towing a trailer or caravan, or simply fitting a bike rack, we can help you find the best option for your needs.

Vehicle Specific Electrics

What are Vehicle-Specific Electrics, and Do You Need Them?

Vehicle-specific electric kits are designed to integrate directly with your vehicle’s wiring system, exactly as intended by the manufacturer. These kits come with all the necessary relays and components, ensuring they are identical to what main dealers use when fitting a towbar.

By using vehicle-specific electrics, the towing system connects seamlessly to your car’s onboard safety and convenience features, such as stability control, braking systems, and sometimes even cooling systems.

One of the key benefits is that these kits do not invalidate any manufacturer warranties and ensure your vehicle’s systems function correctly while towing.

In some cases, a software update may be required to fully enable these features. We can carry out this update for most vehicles, so please contact us to confirm if your vehicle is supported.

13 Pin Socket

13 Pin Socket

This is the standard 13 pin system now used in the UK and Europe. This has everything needed for a caravan and is also suitable for a trailer or bike rack where a reverse light is fitted. If you are unsure what you need, this is the best option as adapters are readily available. The 13 pin plug twists into the socket providing a solid connection.

7 pin Electrics socket

7 Pin Socket 12/N

if you are towing a small trailer, an older trailer, a cycle carrier without a reverse light, or using a lighting Board then you only need single-socket electrics. This is a push in plug.

7 Pin Socket 12/S

If you are towing an older caravan with 2 electric plugs then a double socket is what you need.
The second socket provides power to the caravan lighting circuits and keeps the fridge working while you are towing.
Plus it also charges the onboard battery in the caravan.
Finally if your caravan is fitted with reversing lights, then this socket provides that circuit.

Secondary 12/s Socket

Still confused? Just contact us and we will go through the details with you.

Modern vehicles are equipped with highly sophisticated electrical systems, making it essential that towbar electrics properly integrate with your car’s leveling and braking systems for optimal safety and comfort while towing.

Our technicians stay fully up to date with the latest advancements in vehicle electrical systems, ensuring that all components function seamlessly when towing, providing you with a safe and reliable experience.

Cycle Racks

We Stock Thule Cycle Racks

Carry up to 4 bikes with ease! A Thule towbar bike rack is the perfect solution for you, your family, or friends to embark on new biking adventures. Finding the right bike rack for your car is simple: start by selecting the number of bikes you want to transport. Then, choose between a platform for effortless loading and unloading or a tiltable carrier that allows easy access to your car’s boot.

Thule 3 bike
Thule VeloCompact 3-bike platform towbar bike rack 13-pin black/aluminium.Compact and lightweight boot access even with bikes mounted Can be extended to a 4-bike carrier
Compact and lightweight Trunk access even with bikes mounted Can be extended to a 4-bike carrier
Thule EasyFold XT 2-bike platform towbar bike rack black/aluminium Compact and fully foldable Easy to install and use Fits most bikes and ebikes

Towbar bike racks

If you’re transporting lots of heavy bikes or ebikes on your next family vacation, look no further than a towbar bike rack. These sturdy bike racks take mere minutes to install on your towbar and carry up to 4 bikes.

Accessories

50mm Towball
AlKo Ball
Pin and ball coupling
Pin & Ball
Height Adjust Coupling
Adjustable Height Coupling
Bumper Shield
Bumper Shield
Removable bumper shield
Removable Bumper Shield

We also have bumper shields to protect your bumper from being damaged as you hitch up. Adjustable height hitches to lower the towing level for higher vehicles like 4×4’s. Pin & Ball couplings, if you are towing different coupling types. ALKO Ball for caravans with ALKO Hitches/Stabilisers. Towsteps for commercial vehicles, making it easy to access the rear of the vehicle.