Skip to main content Skip to search Skip to main navigation

Innovation, technology and safety

Mobility is changing. Vehicles are becoming smarter, assistance systems are working more precisely, body designs are becoming more aerodynamic and the demand for convenient solutions is growing. A towbar therefore has to do more today than simply create a connection.

ORIS holds more than 140 patents worldwide and develops towbars and carrier systems that match modern vehicles and different areas of use. From safe bike transport and convenient swivelling systems through to integration into current vehicle architectures, ORIS combines technical experience with practical solutions for everyday use, leisure and professional applications.

Innovation starts with a better idea

For bike carriers, towing and modern vehicles: towbars with technical added value

A towbar is a functional component. But especially on modern vehicles, it is often the details that determine how well it fits into everyday life. It should be stable, easy to operate and reliable. At the same time, it should affect the vehicle design as little as possible and only be visible when it is needed.

This is exactly where ORIS comes in with innovative solutions. Systems such as FIX4BIKE®, swivelling towbars and electrically operated variants show how a classic component becomes a modern mobility solution. The technology should not feel more complicated; it should make handling a trailer, bike carrier or transport solution easier.

This is not only about comfort. Towbars must absorb high loads, lock securely, be cleanly integrated into the vehicle and harmonise with the requirements of modern vehicle platforms. ORIS develops solutions that combine technical precision with simple use.

ORIS towbars stand out for well-designed technology

Anyone using a towbar today expects more than basic functionality. The towbar neck should be quickly ready for use, disappear as invisibly as possible when not needed and require no unnecessary compromises in everyday life. Especially on modern vehicles, operating comfort, integration and safety are becoming increasingly important.

That is why ORIS continuously works on solutions that make the towbar easier to use. Depending on the version, convenient swivelling systems can be activated at the touch of a button or by foot movement. The towbar neck extends when it is needed and disappears again behind the bumper when it is not in use.

The commitment to innovation is also clear in bike transport. FIX4BIKE® was developed to connect bike carriers to the vehicle particularly safely and securely. The special mounting system supports a firm, play-free connection and makes transporting bicycles and e-bikes more comfortable.

For drivers, this means more comfort, more safety and a cleanly integrated solution. For workshops, it means technically mature systems that are designed for modern vehicles and different customer requirements.

Innovative solutions for different requirements

Fixed towbars remain a robust solution for everyone who frequently uses their vehicle as a towing vehicle. They are permanently ready for use and are particularly suitable for regular use with trailers, transport solutions or bike carriers.

Detachable towbars offer more flexibility. The towbar neck is only fitted when it is needed. It can then be removed again, so the vehicle retains its clean appearance in everyday use. This solution combines classic functionality with practical everyday usability.

Swivelling systems offer even greater convenience. They show particularly clearly how innovation expands the benefits of a towbar. The towbar neck is quickly available, disappears behind the bumper when not in use and integrates especially harmoniously into the vehicle.

Correct coordination remains essential. Vehicle, towbar, operating concept, trailer, bike carrier, nose weight and permitted towing capacity must all be compatible. An innovative solution only truly proves itself when it works simply in everyday use.

More comfort in daily use

How smart an innovative ORIS towbar is becomes especially noticeable when it is used frequently or spontaneously. The bike carrier needs to be mounted quickly, the trailer should be ready for use without detours, and the towbar neck should not remain permanently visible when it is not needed.

Simple operation is especially important when usage changes. Sometimes the towbar is used for the bike carrier, sometimes for the trailer, and sometimes it remains unused for weeks. Swivelling and electrically operated systems create additional comfort here because they make the vehicle flexible to use without permanently changing its appearance.

ORIS develops solutions that do not put the technology in the foreground, but make everyday life easier. The towbar should work reliably, be intuitive to operate and integrate harmoniously into the vehicle. This turns innovation into a tangible advantage every time it is used.

Learn more about ORIS towbars

Innovation based on experience

ORIS combines many years of experience from original equipment with the requirements of the Aftermarket. This knowledge flows into design, operating concepts, material selection, mechatronics and vehicle integration. The aim is to create solutions that are not only technically advanced, but also deliver real benefits in everyday use.

These include systems for towing, convenient swivelling towbars and special solutions such as FIX4BIKE® for bike transport. Development is based on modern vehicles, different areas of use and the demand for simple, safe and cleanly integrated technology.

For drivers, this means more comfort, more flexibility and a towbar that matches the vehicle. For workshops, it means a product range that combines technical innovation with practical retrofit capability. ORIS stands for towbars that not only expand mobility, but rethink it.

Read more