The hitch I recommend for your 2018 Mazda 3 hatchback is the Draw-Tite #24914. It doesn't require an annoying support strap like the Curt and the install is much easier than the EcoHitch. I've linked the install details for you to take a look…
For your 2018 Mazda 3 we have Curt and Draw Tite hitches available. I recommend the Draw Tite hitches over the Curt hitches as they don't require the use of a stabilizer strap when carrying a non-supported load like a bike rack. So if you have a…
We have not had a chance to install the #24914 trailer hitch on a Mazda 3, but there is a way to determine if you have enough room for the bike carriers. If you look at the attached directions and then look under your Mazda you can measure from the…
All of the hitches made for your 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback are rated the same, for 300-lbs of tongue weight (TW) and 2000-lbs towing capacity. But these are available in two receiver sizes, both 1-1/4-inch like #24914 from Draw-Tite and #C11377 from…
The hitch I recommend for your 2018 Mazda 3 for carrying a bike rack is the Draw Tite part #24914 because unlike the Curt hitch that fits your vehicle part #C11377 it does not require the use of a stabilizer strap when carrying a bike rack like you…
Since you do not want anything touching the paint of your vehicle the best option is going to be a hitch mounted option. The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Swagman XTC2 Bike Rack part #S64670. This…
There are two holes on the side of your frame underneath the tape of your 2019 Mazda 3. You might double check to make sure you checked the correct one as it's pretty easy to mistake the wrong one. I attached a picture that shows which slot to…
Yes, the Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver #24914 for your 2018 Mazda 3 Hatchback is compatible with the Locking Anti-Rattle, Threaded Hitch Pin #S64029 that you would use to lock the Swagman XTC-2 #S64670 to your trailer hitch. If you…
The problem you are experiencing is pretty common for vehicles that have seen a couple winters. What happens is the weld nuts get a bit of corrosion in them and that prevents the bolts from being able to thread. This makes it seem like the nuts are…
Thanks for reaching out! When you installed the pewag Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains #PWRS74 on your 2022 Mazda 3 215/45R18 tires did you loosen up the self-tensioning device? If you check out the 7:00 minute mark of the linked video…
The Konig Standard Snow Tire Chains CB12 #TH01221097 that you referenced actually come with a rubber tensioner built into the chain system where the face of your 215/45-18 tire will be. This is a perfect solution for your 2017 Mazda 3. Attached is a…
