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[Nick W]

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He decided to ignore all his own warnings about towing and towed me home 1/2 mile rather than call in a pick up truck. We went very slowly but I hope my trans is OK.  ....

it's ok to tow an auto 1/2 mile 

Upto a certain speed.

In theory you can tow start an auto but you need to have your wits about you.

These things are all possible. But actual data relating to distances or speeds that are safe is lacking.
Which is why not towing automatics is the sensible, rational approach.

[Rangie]

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He decided to ignore all his own warnings about towing and towed me home 1/2 mile rather than call in a pick up truck. We went very slowly but I hope my trans is OK.  ....

it's ok to tow an auto 1/2 mile 

Upto a certain speed.

In theory you can tow start an auto but you need to have your wits about you.

These things are all possible. But actual data relating to distances or speeds that are safe is lacking.
Which is why not towing automatics is the sensible, rational approach.

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Absolutely right, I requested a low loader for the RRS as it was automatic & the manual states should not be towed, no quibble at all from Mayday ( Green Flag)

[Andy B]

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He decided to ignore all his own warnings about towing and towed me home 1/2 mile rather than call in a pick up truck. We went very slowly but I hope my trans is OK.  ....

it's ok to tow an auto 1/2 mile 

Upto a certain speed.

In theory you can tow start an auto but you need to have your wits about you.

unlikely to be very fast if it's only for 1/2 a mile