Abstract: The present invention comprises a brake monitoring system. The monitoring system includes an auxiliary braking device, the auxiliary braking device configured to activate a braking system of a towed vehicle. The monitoring system also includes a transmitter unit including a transmitter, the transmitter configured to transmit a signal indicating that the braking system of the towed vehicle has been activated. A receiver unit is also included. The receiver unit includes a receiver, the receiver configured to receive the signal transmitted by the transmitter. The monitoring system also includes an indicator in communication with the receiver unit. Activation of the indicator informs a driver of a towing vehicle that the braking system of the towed vehicle has been activated.

Abstract: A towbar for a vehicle. The towbar includes a yoke and a drawbar rotatably connected to the yoke. The drawbar is attached to the towing vehicle. A pair of connecting bars is attached to the yoke and to the vehicle being towed. A lock assembly is connected between the yoke and the drawbar. The lock assembly is adapted to move from a first position in which the drawbar is free to rotate and a second position in which the drawbar is retained to the yoke.

Abstract: A towing system for a vehicle particularly suited for a vehicle having an energy absorbing feature. The towing system has a frame bracket mounted to a frame member and bumper bracket, e.g., mounted to a bumper or bumper strut. The frame bracket and bumper brackets are mounted strategic one to the other and in a paired relation. The brackets are mounted at determined positions so that the energy absorbing feature of the vehicle is not compromised. A draw tube is removably mountable in each bracket pair. The draw tube is installed for the mounting of a tow bar and is removed to restore the energy absorbing feature of the vehicle.