Jack and tow module for towing a trailer with a truck

A method of lifting and towing a trailer with a tow vehicle comprising:

• providing a lift and tow apparatus with a main body comprising a first arm configured with a first arm end for connecting to a tow vehicle, a lift body configured with a second, lift body end for connecting to a trailer, and a second arm supported by the main body and extendable and retractable with respect to the main body, and wherein the tow vehicle is a pickup truck having a bed and a tailgate;
• securing the first arm end to a corresponding attachment mechanism on the bed of the pickup truck;
• lowering the second, lift body end to couple one or more connection points on a terminal end of the second, lift body end to one or more corresponding connection points on the trailer;
• raising a support plate connected to the second arm from removable connection with the bed of the tow vehicle;
• raising the second, lift body end to lift a connected end of the trailer off a ground surface to a road height for towing;
• and
• engaging one or more locking mechanisms to secure the lift body at a selected height and to secure the lift body to the trailer for towing.