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
ebike racks and carriers
Tow bar ebike carrier options
The list below shows our full range of specially designed e-bike tow bar carriers; even the 4 bike carriers are likely to be limited by the weight of the bikes to carrying only 2 e-bikes. They all have the wheel trays spaced wider apart, and many have clip on ramps to help with safe loading and unloading.
- 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
- 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 134cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- Fits all tow balls
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Excellent value rack for two eBikes or larger bikes
- Carries 3 bikes, up to 30kg each (up to 60kg in total) - ideal for eBikes and larger bikes
- Takes large wheelbases (up to 134cm) and fat bikes (up to 4")
- Fits all tow balls
- Tilts to allow access to the boot
- Excellent value rack for eBikes and larger bikes
- 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
- 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
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 59cm x 20cm high. Weight: 14.9kg
- The tilting STRADA E-bike is a good choice even if you don't have an E-bike, because you get 5cm more space between each bike
- The E-bike 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 Genio Pro
- 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
- 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 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
- 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
- Supplied as a 2 bike unit; a 3rd bike adapter is available
- Size (folded): 100cm x 77cm x 29cm high. Weight: 17.3kg
- This is, overall, the best tow bar carrier available - for ease of fitting and use, ergonomics, satisfaction. It's expensive, yes, but still excellent value for money. Ideal for eBikes.
- 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
- 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 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
- 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
- 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

- 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
- 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
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