Parts Needed to Flat Tow 2014 Chevy Spark

Updated 09/16/2026 | Published 09/13/2026

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Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes - Foldable - 4,800 lbs

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Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

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Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord

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Question:

I’m planning on setting up a 2014 Chevy Spark to flat tow. What components would I need?

asked by: Steve K

Expert Reply:

Hey Steve, if your 2014 Chevy Spark is an automatic transmission the only way to tow it would be with a tow dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS part # DM9713045. If you have a manual transmission you can flat tow it will all four wheels on the ground safely without causing damage to the transmission.

For that you would need to start with a base plate kit like the Blue Ox part # BX1722.

In addition to the base plates, you will also need a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental braking to flat tow your vehicle. One of the most popular compatible tow bars is the Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 which comes with safety cables. The coiled design helps keep the cables off of the ground.

For lighting you can use the diode kit, # RM-15267, and not have to worry about cutting into the taillight housing. This will splice into your taillight wiring to allow your tow vehicle to control the taillight assemblies of the towed vehicle. This comes with a round 6-way connector that you will install on the front of your towed vehicle and enough coiled wire to go from there to the RV.

And finally, most states now require supplemental braking in the vehicle being flat towed. The easiest system to set up and use is the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR, that applies the vehicle brakes in proportion to how much the tow vehicle is braking. This is the safest way to stop and it reduces wear and tear on both vehicles.