How to get a free towbar in Australia

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TAG Towbars offers free towbars and wiring harnesses if you lend your vehicle for product development. The only cost is your time to drive to their facility and wait during the fitting process. This can save you $800-$1000. Check their website for eligible vehicles.

How It Works

TAG Towbars, an Australian company based in Brisbane, develops towbars and wiring harnesses for a variety of vehicles. To create new products, they need access to specific vehicle models for scanning, test-fitting, and final verification. In return, they offer free towbars and wiring harnesses to vehicle owners who participate in this process.

Vehicles required for a towbar and wiring generally require:

  • 1 Vehicle Required for 2 Separate Days (1 day for scanning, 1 day for proto test-fit; can stay on vehicle if test-fit is okay).
  • 1 Additional Vehicle Required for 1 Day (Final test-fit).

What’s the Catch?

There are no hidden costs or tricks, but you need to be prepared to:

  • Drive to their facility twice (or more, depending on the vehicle requirements).
  • Wait a few hours while they work on your vehicle.
  • Return on a later date for the final test-fit.

For some, the waiting time may be inconvenient, but the potential savings of up to $1000 make it worthwhile.

What Vehicles Are Needed?

TAG frequently seeks a range of vehicles. At the time of writing, TAG are looking for the following vehicles:

  • Audi Q7 SUV (4M Series) (01/2015 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • BYD Atto 3 – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • BYD Seal – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • BYD Sealion 6 – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • GWM Cannon Ute (Cab Chassis) (01/2021-on) – Towbar (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • GWM Cannon Alpha Styleside (2024 – on) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • GWM Tank 500 (2023 – on) – Towbar (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • Haval H6 HEV (02/2021-on) – Wiring Harness (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Hyundai Tucson N Line (02/2021 – on) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • LDV D90 SUV (Bi Turbo Diesel) (04/20 – on) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • LDV eDeliver 7 (2023 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • LDV Deliver 9 (Any Van variant) (2023 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • Mercedes Vito (SWB or LWB) (2023 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (2 Vehicles Needed)
  • Mitsubishi Pajero (05/2000 – 06/2023) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Renault Koleos (03/2017-on) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Skoda Kodiak SUV (02/2017 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Skoda Octavia Wagon or Hatch (12/2013 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Skoda Superb Wagon (05/2016 – on) – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • Toyota Camry Sedan (XV70) (11/2017 – on) – Towbar (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • VW Arteon Coupe – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • VW Crafter Van SY/SZ (01/2018 – on) – Towbar & Step (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • VW Tiguan – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)
  • VW T Roc – Towbar & Wiring (1 Vehicle Needed)

The list is updated regularly, so it’s best to check their website or contact TAG directly for the latest requirements.

Warranty Details

If you take part in this program, the towbar will be covered by a lifetime warranty for as long as you own the vehicle. However, the warranty does not transfer if you sell the car.

How to Participate

If you are located around Brisbane and interested in providing your vehicle for development, contact TAG Towbars:

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