Bristol based
mobile towbar fitting

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What We Do

Brunel Auto Electrics and Tow Bars was established in 1993 and is built on an excellent reputation, a friendly and helpful approach, high quality tow bars and towbar fitting, and very competitive prices. We offer the convenience of a mobile towbar fitting service and the assurance that comes with fully trained staff with over 30 years of experience.

We supply and fit tow bars for all your towing needs and for bike racks/bike carriers. We are your local mobile towbar fitters and you can have your tow bar fitted on your car or van at home or work. We are experts in tow bar installation and cover Bristol, Yate, Bath, Chippenham, Gloucester, Clevedon, Weston-Super-Mare and surrounding areas. We are happy to give you all the expert, honest advice you need about the towbar that is best for you and your vehicle, so please give us a call for a quote on 07973 759 239.

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Towbars

Brunel Auto Electrics and Towbars supply and fit an extensive range of brand name towbars including Witter, TowTrust and Westfalia towbars - all supplied and fitted at competitive prices.

There are different types of electrical sockets and different tow balls depending on your towing needs, including bike racks. We can give you all the help and advice you need in choosing the towbar that is right for you.

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Fault Diagnosis & Repair

General electrical fault finding, maintenance and electrical repairs (including wiring repairs) for most makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles.

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Aftermarket Extras

As well as towbars, electrical fault diagnosis and repair, we supply and fit reversing sensors for almost any vehicle. These services are available at a time and place to suit you, wherever you are.

We have had many thousands of customers over 30 years
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Types of Towbar

All the tow bars we fit are designed and manufactured to a high standard ensuring an excellent fit and durability. For example, Tow Trust towbars are 100% laser cut resulting in consistently manufactured parts that offer easy alignment when fitting. Further, Tow Trust towbars and accessories are e-coated which is around 10 times more durable than standard powder coated products supplied by other UK & European manufacturers. There are three types of towbar:

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Flange type

The flange towbar is a popular style. The towball is bolted to the towbar and will be black. It is a very versatile towbar as it can be used with towbar mounted accessories.

  • Can be used with all accessories
  • Compatible with cycle carriers
  • Can be used with a bumper guard
  • Cheaper than detachable towbar

These towbars may not be suitable for you as they can be picked up by parking sensors and you may prefer a towball that looks neater.

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Detachable

The great thing about these towbars is that the neck of the bar can be unclipped when not in use so that little or nothing of the towbar is left on view. They are more expensive than flange towbars, but offer a number of advantages.

  • Suitable for use with parking sensors
  • Appearance of car unaffected when towbar unclipped
  • Compatible with AL-KO stabilisers
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Swan Neck

Some people prefer a swan neck towbar to a flange type as it looks tidier. It is cheaper than a detachable bar so may provide a good compromise. It is compatible with most cycle carriers.

  • Tidy appearance
  • Compatible with cycle carriers
  • Less likely to trigger parking aids than a flange bar
  • Compatible with AL-KO stabilisers
  • Cheaper than detachable towbar
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Electrical connectors

We will provide all the advice you need about the towbar electrical connectors that are best for you. There are three types of sockets:

Single 7 pin socket

This is most common and cost effective. It will fulfil all normal towing requirements - lighting boards, cycle carriers, caravans, trailers, horse boxes etc.

Single 13 pin socket

This provides the functionality of a twin socket but in a single connector. It is a sealed, secure connector and most caravans from 2009 will need this type of connector. This type of socket is commonly used on modern caravans and some bike carriers.

Twin 7 pin socket

In addition to the functions of the single 7 pin, this also provides a permanent and switched power supply and reverse light function. It is used with leisure or secondary batteries, typically used for caravans. The permanent supply provides power when the engine is off and charges the second (caravan/leisure) battery when the engine is running. The switched supply powers the caravan electrics (eg fridge) when the engine is running. This type of socket is mainly used on older caravans.

Vehicle Specific Wiring Kits

Many modern vehicles have complex electrical systems on board, with advanced safety features that monitor a vehicle's road position and surroundings. For this reason it is becoming essential on an increasing number of cars that vehicle specific electric kits are fitted. These kits communicate with the vehicle's on board computers so the car is aware when it is towing and can act accordingly. Furthermore, on some cars, rear parking sensors can be deactivated automatically when towing, and alerts given if any lights are not working.

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Open quote Derek came to our house to fit a detachable towbar to our Volvo XC40. Brilliant job, excellent service. Highly skilled & highly recommended. Close quote

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Open quote Brilliant job fitting a new detachable towbar to my company car. Knowledgeable, competitive price and friendly service. Highly recommend Close quote

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Open quote Brunel got us out of a tight spot, installing a towbar before we went on holiday. First class service from Derek, a true gentleman. 10/10 Thank you!! Close quote

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Open quote Derek was fantastic a thoroughly nice guy who has done a fantastic job of fitting my TT tow bar. Very solid and a great finish. Would highly recommend. Close quote

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Open quote Good communication and excellent service from a kind and friendly man. My daughter and I made friends with his little dog too. Thanks Derek!! Close quote

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VW Touareg Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Ford Kuga Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Land Rover Discovery Sport Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Honda CRV Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Nissan X Trail Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
VW Amarok Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
BMW X5 Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
VW Transporter Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Nissan Qashqai Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Ford Raptor Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars
Vauxhall Mokka Towbar supplied and fitted by Brunel Autoelectrics and Towbars