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The complete guide to flat towing in New Zealand

What's legal, what's not, what gear you need, and what to ask your installer. The full picture in one PDF, written for Kiwi motorhomers.

What you'll learn

  • The NZ rules in plain English. Factsheet 75, the 7m-from-30km/h braking requirement, length limits, and what Waka Kotahi actually checks for.
  • The three components of a flat towing setup. Tow bar, baseplate, brake system, and how they connect.
  • A vehicle compatibility checklist. The questions to ask before assuming your car can be flat towed. Some can't.

We won't spam you. Just useful information about flat towing, and the occasional update if the law changes.

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