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Re:America’s Cars Are Getting Faster and More Efficient by driverdan on Friday May 19, 2017 @09:00AM (#14375140)
> Meanwhile, in the US, tow balls are extremely uncommon, and I don't think I've ever seen small trailers for rent anywhere.

They may not be as common but are still common. Many people have hitches on their cars. You're correct that there aren't a lot of places that rent small trailers but you can rent trailers small enough to tow with a car for $20/day from Uhaul.

Re:America’s Cars Are Getting Faster and More Efficient by cr0sh on Friday May 19, 2017 @03:29PM (#14378697)
Also, tow balls aren't common because the bumper of a car or truck can't handle a lot of weight, so receiver hitches are more popular. And you're not supposed to leave the hitch in the receiver after you use it (unless you want it to never come out again due to rust).