Why it's important to select the correct vehicle and tyre size
Vehicle
There are a surprising number of vehicles that cannot use traditional snowchains, the types that put chain on the inside of the wheel as well as on the tread. This is usually because there is not enough space between the wheels and the shock absorbers; this can be a problem for ordinary SUVs and 4x4s as well as for high performance cars.
You will find this important information in your car handbook - please check this before using your snowchains! Our database is intended to do the basic work for you but, with so many new vehicles and tyre sizes, it should only ever be treated as a guide.
Tyre size
Please also check your tyre size - if you buy incorrectly-sized chains they will be either too tight or too loose.
Ladder track chains
The good news is that car handbooks usually only refer to "traditional snowchains". Ladder track chains such as the Polaire GRIP and Spikes-Spider range only put chain over the tyre tread, so are not subject to these restrictions. They are also ideal for use on rear wheel drives where there is minimal space between the top of the wheel and the wheel arch.
Bike Carriers & Bike Racks
Tow bar mounting bike carriers
There's quite a lot to think about before buying a tow bar rack so we recommend that you read our Buying Guide and Recommendations. In summary, choose between a cheaper hang on style rack (Best Buy = BUZZ RACK Buffalo) or a more expensive wheel support rack (Best Buys = Atera STRADA DL3 at the top end, BUZZ RACK Eazzy in the mid-market).
Electric bikes are usually heavier than standard bikes, even with the battery pack removed, so they need stronger bike carriers, and more spacing between the bikes. Find these specialist wheel support racks by using the Racks for e-bikes filter.
You will need a tow ball on your vehicle, factory fitted or fitted by a specialist tow bar fitting business. There are two options for the electrics - the main difference is that 13 pin electrics allow a bike carrier reversing light and fog light to be used, if fitted. In any event we supply adapters free of charge so that 13 pin bike carrier electrics may be used on 7 pin vehicle electrics.
All the tow ball racks are in our 90 day exchange scheme so we hope that you'll buy with the confidence that if your first choice is not quite right then you can exchange it for another. Please also use the Filter and Sort tools to help you choose.
Best buy Wheel support type bike carrier Atera STRADA DL Best buy Hang-on type bike carrier BUZZ RACK Buffalo
Best buys for e-bikes: Atera GENIO PRO Advanced (premium sector) / BUZZ RACK E-Hornet (mid-market).
- Quick to fit and takes up very little space in the car boot
- Ideal for keeping in the boot ready for any trip
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 40kg total (maximum bike weight: 20kg)
- Fits to all tow balls
- Remove the bikes to access the tailgate
- Can be stored in car boot when not in use
- Soft pads to protect wheel rims and frames
- The most robust 2 bike carrier we have found in this price range
- Exceptionally well designed and smart
- Fits all tow balls
- Tilts via a foot operated pedal
- Well-padded bike cradles and integrated cable lock
- Auto Express Recommended 2019
- Our Best Buy hang on carrier!
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 40kg total (maximum bike weight: 20kg)
- Fits to all tow balls
- Tilts to allow access the tailgate
- Can be stored in car boot when not in use
- Soft pads to protect wheel rims and frames
- The most robust 2 bike carrier we have found in this price range
- Carries 4 bikes, up to 60kg total (maximum bike weight: 15kg)
- Fits to all tow balls
- Remove the bikes to access the tailgate
- Can be stored in car boot when not in use
- Soft pads to protect wheel rims and frames
- The most robust 4 bike carrier we have found in this price range
- Carries 3 bikes, up to 60kg total (maximum bike weight: 20kg)
- Fits to all tow balls
- Tilts to allow access the tailgate
- Can be stored in car boot when not in use
- Soft pads to protect wheel rims and frames
- The most robust 3 bike carrier we have found in this price range
- Carries 1 bike up to 20kg
- Suitable for all types and sizes of bike, including carbon frames (but E-Scorpion is better for e-bike)
- Easily folded, so very easy to carry and to fit
- Fold and store it in the car boot when out on your bike
- Fits and locks to all tow balls
- Carries 4 bikes, up to 60kg total (maximum bike weight: 20kg)
- Fits to all tow balls
- Tilts to allow access the tailgate
- Can be stored in car boot when not in use
- Soft pads to protect wheel rims and frames
- The most robust 4 bike carrier we have found in this price range
- Carries 1 bike, up to 30kg (an extra bike adapter is also available)
- Ideal for eBikes - hugely versatile - takes large wheelbases (up to 129.5cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- A height-adjustable upright makes it the ideal choice for very large bikes
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Folds for easy storage and handling
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 20kg each and 40kg total
- It folds easily, making it very easy to carry and to fit
- Fold and store it in the car boot when out on your bikes
- Easy tilting, good security, fits all tow balls
- Suitable for all types and sizes of bike, including carbon frames
- Smart, sophisticated - best in the mid-market!
- Only fits US style 2″ hitch receivers (no fit to UK tow balls)
- Only for use with compatible Yakima 2" hitch receiver bike racks
- Allows even loaded bike carriers to be swung away from the vehicle, giving full access to the rear doors
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 30kg each - ideal for eBikes and larger bikes
- Takes large wheelbases (up to 140cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Excellent value rack with 13 pin lights for two eBikes or larger bikes
A new version of the E-Hornet, now available with 13 pin lights.
- Carries 3 bikes, up to 20kg each and 60kg total
- It folds easily, making it very easy to carry and to fit
- Fold and store it in the car boot when out on your bikes
- Easy tilting, good security, fits all tow balls
- Suitable for all types and sizes of bike, including carbon frames
- Smart, sophisticated - best in the mid-market!
- Carries 4 bikes, up to 60kg total
- BUZZ RACK's flagship 4 bike carrier, new for 2019
- It folds easily, making it very easy to carry and to fit
- Fold and store it in the car boot when out on your bikes
- Easy tilting, good security, fits all tow balls
- Suitable for all types of bike up to 20kg each, including carbon frames
- Previous models were excellent; this one is now outstanding
- Carries 3 bikes, up to 30kg each (up to 60kg in total) - ideal for eBikes and larger bikes
- Takes large wheelbases (up to 140cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Excellent value rack with 13 pin lights for eBikes or larger bikes
A new version of the E-Hornet, now available with 13 pin lights.
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 30kg each - ideal for eBikes
- A 3rd bike adapter is also available
- Takes large wheelbases (up to 129.5cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- A height-adjustable upright makes it the ideal choice for very large bikes
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Folds for easy storage and handling
- A new version of the VeloCompact, now supplied with 13 pin lights (we include a free lighting adapter if you have 7 pin lights).
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit - takes bikes weighing up to 25kg (max load 46kg)
- Compact size: 106cm x 66cm. Weight: 14.2kg
- Easy to fit and use
- A modular system that allows you to carry two bikes and a cargo bag at the same time, or up to four bikes, with a total of five different configurations.
- Maximum load 60kg total (maximum bike weight: 20kg each, maximum platform weight: 20kg)
- 60l waterproof bag included!
- Fits to all tow balls
- Carries 2 bikes, up to 30kg each - ideal for eBikes
- Takes large wheelbases (up to 129cm) and fat bikes (up to 4.8")
- A height-adjustable upright makes it an ideal choice for very large bikes
- Uses BUZZ RACK's new tow ball attachment system
- Folds for easy storage and handling
- Only fits US style 2″ hitch receivers (no fit to UK tow balls)
- Takes up to four bikes, up to 18kg per bike
- Swings away from the vehicle with bikes loaded to provide easy access to the rear of the vehicle
- The arms fold down when not in use
- Weight: 25.4kg
- Only fits US style 2? hitch receivers (no fit to UK tow balls)
- Only for bikes with suspension forks, up to 4 bikes, up to 17kg per bike
- Has two mast angles to avoid bike-tyre contact with the vehicle
- Tilts to allow access to the tailgate - tilts far enough to open the back of a pickup
- Weight: 29.5kg
- Supplied as a 3 bike unit; a 4th bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 72cm x 25cm high. Weight: only 14.4kg!
- The DL3 has Atera's unique boot access system: the bikes slide away from the vehicle - allowing clearance for all tailgates (even VW T5 and T6!)
- The frame shape allows you to stand next to the tow ball, so you can load things into the boot safely and easily
- You'll be able to store it in the car boot, out of harm's way
- They're kind to you and your back: relatively very light, very easy to carry around
- they sit horizontally on the tow ball as soon as placed there; other racks crash onto the ground until they're clamped on
- they automatically adjust to all tow ball types and sizes
- the shape of the frame allows you to get right behind the car boot when loading and unloading; no need to stretch awkwardly
- at 100cm wide they can be placed in the car boot when you're off cycling, out of harm's way
- their wheel holders provide the best wheel protection and bike stability
- TÜV and City Crash tested, and winners of numerous awards
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 120cm x 59cm x 20cm high. Weight: 15.8kg
- Extra space between each bike and a width of 120cm makes it our recommendation for bikes with long wheelbases
- The E-bike XL is 5cm closer to the vehicle so if your vehicle has a vertical tailgate (e.g. some vans and MPVs) then we recommend a sliding DL3 or, if you have electric bikes, a Sport M2
- For general features of the DL, Sport and E-bike, see More...
- They're kind to you and your back: relatively very light, very easy to carry around
- they sit horizontally on the tow ball as soon as placed there; other racks crash onto the ground until they're clamped on
- they automatically adjust to all tow ball types and sizes
- the shape of the frame allows you to get right behind the car boot when loading and unloading; no need to stretch awkwardly
- their wheel holders provide the best wheel protection and bike stability
- TÜV and City Crash tested, and winners of numerous awards
- Only fits US style 2″ hitch receivers (no fit to UK tow balls)
- Takes 2 bikes, up to 22.7kg per bike; up to 4 bikes with the extra 2 bike adapter, maximum load limit 72kg for 4 bikes
- Secures the bikes by the wheels, so there's no contact with the frame
- Takes a huge range of bikes; 20″ to 29″ wheel sizes, tyres up to 4.8″ wide and wheelbases up to 121.5cm
- Tilts to allow access to the tailgate, and can be parked vertically when unloaded
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 77cm x 29cm high. Weight: 17.3kg
- One of the best tow bar carriers available - for ease of fitting and use, ergonomics, satisfaction. It's expensive, yes, but still excellent value for money. Ideal for eBikes.
- A new version of the popular VeloCompact, now supplied with 13 pin lights (we include a free lighting adapter if you have 7 pin lights).
- Supplied as a 3 bike unit - a 4th bike adapter is available
- Takes bikes weighing up to 25kg (max load 60kg)
- Compact size: 103cm x 72cm. Weight: 19.6kg (22.4kg with the 4th bike adapter)
- Easy to fit and use
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Features Atera's new 'Plug & Drive' system for incredibly quick and easy fitting
- Takes heavier bikes (up to 30kg each) - great for e-bikes (up to 120cm wheelbase) but equally suitable for small children's bikes
- Supplied as a 3 bike unit; a 4th bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 77cm x 29cm high. Weight: 20.3kg
- Unique ease of fitting and use, excellent ergonomics
- One of the best tow bar carriers available - as good as the Atera STRADA DL3
- Exceptional value for money at this price
This new EVO version has an updated black frame and new LED lights.
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 77cm x 29cm high. Weight: 17.3kg
- One of the best tow bar carriers available - for ease of fitting and use, ergonomics, satisfaction. It's expensive, yes, but still excellent value for money. Ideal for eBikes.
- Developed especially for heavy bikes
- Extra long wheel trays and wider distance between the bikes
- Takes bikes weighing up to 30kg each
- Weight: 18.7kg
- Easy to fit and use
This new EVO version has an updated black frame and new LED lights.
- Supplied as a 3 bike unit; a 4th bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 77cm x 29cm high. Weight: 20.3kg
- Unique ease of fitting and use, excellent ergonomics
- One of the best tow bar carriers available - as good as the Atera STRADA DL3
- Exceptional value for money at this price
- It tilts far enough that even vertical tailgates can be opened - ideal for vans like the VW T5 and T6 and the Mercedes Vito.
- Foldable so it's very easy to carry and store
- Takes heavier and wider bikes (up to 30kg each) - great for eBikes or larger mountain bikes but equally suitable for small children's bikes
- It tilts far enough that even vertical tailgates can be opened - ideal for vans like the VW T5 and T6 and the Mercedes Vito.
- Foldable so it's very easy to carry and store
- Takes heavier and wider bikes (up to 30kg each) - great for eBikes or larger mountain bikes but equally suitable for small children's bikes
- Supplied as a 3 bike unit; a 4th bike adapter is available
- Size: 108cm x 74cm x 28cm high. Weight: 19.8kg
- The sliding STRADA EVO 3 holds 66kg, also carries electric bikes
- The EVO was designed to take on the Thule EuroClassic G6 and win - which we think it does with its superb looks, smooth sliding boot access (the mechanism takes the weight), easy car boot access, removable bike holders, easy folding, bike protection features
- 108cm wide - will fit in the boot of many vehicles
- The i21 - only 13kg, 2 bikes to 30kg each, 60 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 22cm between each bike
- Suitable for all vehicles except vans with vertical tailgates
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- It's foldable so it's very easy to carry and store
- Takes heavier bikes (up to 30kg each) - great for eBikes
- It will even carry fat bikes
- Developed especially for heavy bikes
- Extra long wheel trays accommodate a wheelbase up to 1300mm
- Takes bikes weighing up to 30kg each (up to 60kg in total)
- Weight: 20.6kg
- Easy to fit and use
- The i21Z - only 13.5kg, 2 bikes to 30kg each, 90 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 24cm between each bike
- Ideal for vans with vertical tailgates, e.g. T5/T6 and Vito
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The STRADA EVO RV slides away from the back of the vehicle which gives you enough space to open large vertical tailgates and barn doors
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size: 108cm x 75cm x 33cm high. Weight: 18.4kg
- The sliding STRADA EVO RV holds 60kg, also carries electric bikes
- 108cm wide - will fit in the boot of many vehicles
- It's foldable so it's very easy to carry and store
- Takes heavier bikes up to 30kg each (up to 60kg in total) - great for eBikes
- It will even carry fat bikes
- The i31Z - only 18kg, 3 bikes, max 30kg any bike, 60 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 22cm between each bike
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The i41S - only 20kg, 4 bikes, 90 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase
- Suitable for all vehicles including vans with vertical tailgates
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The i21-DC, including reversing sensors
- Only 13kg, 2 bikes to 30kg each, 60 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 22cm between each bike
- Suitable for all vehicles except vans with vertical tailgates
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The i21Z-DC, including reversing sensors
- Only 13.5kg, 2 bikes to 30kg each, 90 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 24cm between each bike
- Ideal for vans with vertical tailgates, e.g. T5/T6 and Vito
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The i31Z-DC, including reversing sensors
- Only 18kg, 3 bikes, max 30kg any bike, 60 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase, 22cm between each bike
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
- The i41S-DC, including reversing sensors
- Only 20kg, 4 bikes, 90 degree tilt
- Takes all bikes up to 130cm wheelbase
- Suitable for all vehicles including vans with vertical tailgates
- Unique fitting, folding and all round useability
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