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Yes, electric cars can tow—many are rated anywhere from small trailers to serious caravans—but you must stick to your model’s braked/unbraked limits and towball download.

Expect a range hit of roughly 30–50% (more if you’re hauling a barn door on wheels), so plan extra charging stops and keep speeds sensible.

Regenerative braking helps on descents, but some EVs reduce regen when a trailer is connected; use appropriate trailer brakes and a controller as required in your state.

Watch temperatures on long climbs, use any “tow mode” the car offers, and keep an eye on gross combination mass and tyre pressures.

Fast-charging with a trailer can be awkward—many sites are nose-in—so you may need to unhitch, do a loop, and pretend it’s all part of the scenic route.

Bottom line: check the handbook for exact ratings and loading limits, then tow within them and you’ll be golden.