# American And European Tow Hitches Are Different In More Ways Than You Think

> There are quite a few differences between the tow hitches used in the U. S. and Canada, and those used in Europe.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2113189/american-vs-european-tow-hitch-differences-explained/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69a85457f6e3e96fa1913bc9)
- **Published:** 2026-03-04
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #hitches #american #different #european #think #ways #between #canada
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