How much would you pay?

[rjstractor]

Imagine this- a small or midsize SUV, wagon or sedan equipped from the factory with a "toad package", including:

-Tow bar bracket receivers installed to accommodate major tow bar brands.
-Fully integrated braking that takes an input signal from your motorhome's electric brake controller. ABS on the toad would be fully functional.
-A factory installed 7 pin receiver in front for lighting, brakes and keeping the toad battery charged.
-A "connection mode" where after initial setup you pull up behind the motorhome, push a button, and your toad automatically positions itself perfectly for easy tow bar connection.
-All related components would be covered by the vehicle warranty, of course.
-No speed or distance restrictions for towing. Any procedures required for towing, such as shifting, etc., would be accomplished automatically when in "connection mode".

All of the required technology exists today. So, how much would you pay for all of this as an option? $3000, $4000, more?

[Lwiddis]

IF there was one superior toad that most were buying...MAYBE.

[mowermech]

No market in this family, simply because I have no intention of buying another vehicle for the rest of my life.
In fact, I might just sell the Subaru Forester we recently bought. Great car, just don't really need it.
The Jeep is, of course, for towing behind the motorhome.
The PT Cruiser convertible is just fun to drive, and very capable in the winter.
the truck tows and hauls nearly everything.
The '66 Chevelle satisfies my desire for a car without computers and/or air bags.
Nope, I just don't need a vehicle as described in the first post.

[gbopp]

K Charles wrote:
I think ford has neutral tow on the menu on the dash in some vehicles.

Maybe it's because Ford vehicles are towed often? :B

[K_Charles]

I think ford has neutral tow on the menu on the dash in some vehicles. That's a start.

[gbopp]

RedRollingRoadblock wrote:
I doubt if the auto industry is interested in spending the money for R & D for such a limited market.

X2. I don't think they would want the additional liability.

[RedRollingRoadb]

Come up with being able to use the toad as a helper engine for the hills and you might be on to something.

I doubt if the auto industry is interested in spending the money for R & D for such a limited market.