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Buyer guidance

Choose a car trailer by vehicle fit and loading clearance

A car-hauler trailer must fit the vehicle’s dimensions and loaded weight while providing a practical loading angle, tire placement, door clearance, and securement points. Measure the actual vehicle and compare it with the exact trailer.

What to compare

Vehicle fit involves more than bumper-to-bumper length.

Vehicle measurements

Record overall length and width, outside tire width, wheelbase, ground clearance, overhang, and operating weight. Modified suspensions, wide tires, splitters, exhaust, and running boards can change loading clearance.

Deck and loading clearance

Compare usable deck dimensions, between-fender width where applicable, ramp length and storage, dovetail or tilt design, approach and breakover angles, removable fenders, winch provisions, and driver exit. Enclosed trailers also require interior and door-clearance checks.

Payload and balance

Use the exact trailer’s GVWR and labeled empty weight to determine available payload, then include the vehicle, fuel, spare parts, tools, winch, tire rack, and other cargo. Plan vehicle position so the loaded trailer remains properly balanced.

Securement and towing system

Follow the vehicle and trailer manufacturers’ securement guidance. Confirm the trailer, hitch, tow vehicle, axles, tires, brakes, coupler, jack, tie-down hardware, lights, and breakaway system for the loaded combination.

Common car-hauler questions

What size trailer do I need to haul a car?

The trailer must accommodate the actual vehicle length, width, wheelbase, tire placement, ground clearance, loading angle, and weight, with room to position and secure it correctly. Compare those measurements with the exact deck and ramp specifications.

How much does a car-hauler trailer weigh?

Empty weight varies with deck size, frame and floor material, open or enclosed construction, axle package, ramps or tilt equipment, winch and toolbox provisions, spare tires, and options. Use the exact trailer label and specifications.

Should I choose an open or enclosed car trailer?

An open trailer keeps loading access and trailer weight comparatively simple. An enclosed trailer adds protection and storage but changes weight, clearance, visibility, and tow-vehicle requirements. Choose from the vehicle, trip conditions, security and storage needs, and exact ratings.