Towing in a Tesla Model Y, It's Easy

See how easy it is to setup and Tow with a Tesla Model Y. Have a Look.

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[stbr]

I towed a fully loaded 5x8 U-Haul trailer from Alexandria, VA to Central Minnesota in -17F temps. It did great. Only issue was stopping every 100 miles to charge. Also hauled a few thousand pounds of scrap metal to the recycler in the summer and it worked great for that without the significant range loss. Had to do about 7 trips all about 1k lbs each load.

[kennethshopland]

I’ve towed a literal ton of dirt in my model Y. The one pedal driving still works well. Better than I expected. Maybe 20-30% longer stopping distances.

[Trimaran]

Backing up I turn on the cameras, then while in 'Park' I partially open the back trunk lid stopping about half way when the camera view good. Then shift into reverse. The chimes ring, but this gives a really great over-view of your trailer while backing up to park or unload.

[livingwithevs]

Nice video. I also have towed with my Model Y. Used a 1, 000 lb UHaul trailer loaded with about 2, 200 lbs of flooring materials, which was loaded by a forklift and pallet. Absolutely no issues towing. Car did great, used about 425-450w/hrs per mile.

[jasonmekush]

2 foot extender ball mount a must not wanting to tear up the rear bumper facia for sure.

[davedave]

You should get another safety pin for the coupler though. Thanks for the video!

[b.c.]

Always do a latch pin check, tire check, lights check, up tug check...and cross chains will pull your tongue left or right in the event of a detachment! It's an old myth like 32 lbs in your tires!

[beaconterraoneonline]

One important thing missed … the pin to prevent that latch from releasing.

[phtofl]

similar experience towing my 6x12 trailer. about 550 wh/mi. even captured my first accident in the dash cam while towing. wasnt fun trying to stop the rig when the accident happened in front of me

[QuadHealer]

Thank you for this video. I just bought a European 2023 Model Y yesterday, and I had no idea just how different an American towing setup would be to Europe. None of the electrical plugs look even remotely familiar and I have never seen such a chain setup either, and there is also no manual locking pin needed. If hauling something heavy here, there is a break-wire you attach to the car, so the trailer will break and stop if the wire is pulled (meaning the trailer has been disconnected from the car). If the trailer comes loose, will the chains not almost ensure that the trailer slams into the back of the car, or does the chain crossing prevent that? I am sure it is fine – I have just never seen such a setup before and was therefore curious. Thank you again for this fascinating insight into the differences in how towing is done in different countries. One thing is for sure - your setup looks rock solid!

[TexasCattleman]

That mesh tailgate catches a lot of air. If you can lower the tailgate onto the trailer floor, it will save on power.

[notsure]

This was great. Thank you so much. I'm moving stuff out of my storage in Birmingham and taking it down to Orlando. It should be fun and your video instruction was really easy. Thanks for taking the time to put this together for us.

[jeffnreno]

Any details on where you purchased the hitch/trailer/plug adapter plus the prices for each would be nice to include. I'd also recommend checking the trailer lights on each use just to be safe. Thanks for the video as my next Tesla will either be a Model Y with a tow package or the Cybertruck. Waiting to see a Cybertruck after production begins to decide on which one.

[Chrisbs]

I take my “dust cover “ off. Often as j like to put my bike rack on. I have removed some of the clips to make it easier. It still clicks in fine. I wish I could fit my locking pin in there but I use a cotter pin too. My bike rack is pretty expensive. So far no problems. Of course there is sentry mode

[steveroper]

I haven't tried towing yet with my 2022 MY, though I had the towing package installed. This video was very helpful. Thank you. Curious did you opt for FSD on this Model Y? I know you have been a Beta tester and am curious what you think so far. I did not opt for FSD with ours because I knew that I could eventually use the monthly fee if I wanted.

[techyjames]

Just a note if you have FSD with the FSD Beta then you can use FSD Beta and Enhanced AP with a trailer.

[jeffkass]

Very timely for me, since I'm about to get a hitch installed by Tesla the end of the month.

[boringlyfactual]

Outstanding job. A one-handed magician indeed. Covered everything important and then some. Thanks so much.

[raymondmatava]

Appreciate the detailed video on hooking up.

[kickapooCam]

I'm from Forest City, kinda surprised to see it in the video lol. I do miss Denny's