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Race Car Haulers
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
Race Car Trailers
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010In the racing industry there are many different kinds of race car trailers. The weekend racers have their own style of race car trailer. The hobbyists have their own version of race car trailers as well. As you go up the scale into bigger time racing there is a whole different market of race car trailers. Very large racers such as bush series or Nascar use semi trailers for their race car trailers. They pull their race car trailers with a large tractor. At ATC we build race car trailers in each category. From the very smallest go-cart trailers to the largest semi type race car trailers. Each market has different needs inside of their race car haulers but they all accomplish the same things. We have the unique ability to supply both aluminum race car trailers and steel race car trailers. Each time someone approaches us with a specific request for a race car hauler we are able to deliver to them the exact product that they are looking for.
2010 NATDA Trailer Show
Thursday, November 11th, 2010This year the NATDA (North American Trailer Dealer Association) show was again held in Louisville, Kentucky. Although the dealer count was down, ATC and Motiv still had a bang up show. We kicked off the show with a bang as we unveiled our new product changes. We brought a new motorcycle GTS trailer that highlighted all of our new features and a much lower price. This was an obvious hit with our dealer body.
We also brought a 24’ ATC Fastlane race trailer complete with our new proprietary lower rail design, concept exterior fender skirting and our new cast corners. This trailer was received well from all in attendance. I would like to say that this trailer stole the show, but the ATC was upstaged by its younger brother the 28’ Motiv RedLine race trailer.
The 28’ Motiv Race trailer showcased all the new features of the aforementioned ATC Fastlane, but this black beauty also highlighted our 10” spread axle design. To protect the innocent, I won’t mention any names, but numerous other manufactures came to our booth and commented this trailer was “the” trailer of the show. One manufacturer even said that of all the trailers in the show, this Motiv spread axle trailer will be the only trailer dealers remember after the show. We really didn’t come to the show expecting to write orders, but after dealers saw this trailer; we ended up writing quite a few orders for this exact unit.
Thanks to all the dealers who continue to support us and promote our products. We promise… this is only the beginning of our innovation!
Toy Hauler Trailers
Friday, October 15th, 2010There is no better way to escape the stress of everyday life than to load up your toys and head for the great outdoors! And what better way to do that than in an ATC and Motiv toy hauler trailer? Our premium quality toy haulers will maximize your adventure, no matter what type of toy you choose to haul. ATV’s, jeeps, dune buggies, motorcycles, dirt bikes, and more – bring it on! We promise we’ll step up to the plate, no matter how heavy the cargo or rugged the terrain.
We offer a t1 and t2 toy hauler package on both our ATC all-aluminum frame and our Motiv steel platform. Plus, you can put the package on our motorcycle model for a smaller toy hauler, or our car hauler models for a bigger cargo area. And best of all, if you want to add some extras, or tweak the floorplan to meet your specific needs – it’s no problem! We at ATC and Motiv pride ourselves on the fact that we rarely build the same trailer twice. Our top priority is to design your trailer EXACTLY how you want it, with the high quality you demand.
Our t1 toy hauler trailers offer a flat-front design, with toilet, shower, and kitchenette complete with refrigerator, cooktop, and microwate. The compact design keeps your trailer easy to handle while maximizing your cargo space. If you want to enlarge the living quarter area, the t2 toy hauler is the perfect choice. This floorplan is based on a 4’ wedge nose design, with the bathroom up front for a bit more space. The t2 package also adds a wardrobe and linen closet, optional TV package, and more counter space in the kitchenette. Of course, with both toy hauler packages we offer unlimited options in both your living area and your garage. So let ATC and Motiv toy hauler trailers help you escape and extend your adventure in the great outdoors…you owe it to yourself!
Race Car Trailers
Monday, September 27th, 2010Well it’s that time of year again. Yes it is autumn. The time of football games both college and pro. Yes it the time that the leaves are such beautiful colors. It also means that Thanksgiving will be here soon. But for quite a few of you out there this time of year is bittersweet. You are the ones for which the race car season is over. No more victory laps. No more weekends of the smell of oil and tires. Just you and your car stored away for winter, and of course your race car trailer.
Why your race car trailer? Well I’m pretty sure that during the season it was your most neglected part of your race necessities. Therefore, now is the perfect time to take care of business. Need some refurbishing or even some major overhauls? We can help. We as in the Aluminum Trailer Company or www.aluminumtrailer.com. You see we build race car trailers, so we are especially suited to give your trailer the tender loving care that it needs. Our service department can do it all for you from minor adjustments to major overhauls.
Even if you think that your trailer is too far gone to care about, you’ll need at least some upgrades to it if you expect to sell it. Why sell it? Well to buy a brand, spanking new race car trailer before next season starts. Wouldn’t that be a nice Christmas Gift? Oh wait, that’s my story for December. See you then. Happy Trailering!
Stage Trailers
Friday, September 24th, 2010Do you have a car worthy of being shown off at all times? ATC and Motiv have designed two different types of trailers that are perfect for you! Through the hard work of our engineering staff we have designed the perfect show trailer. Our design allows you to use your trailer not only to haul your car but show it off and provide protection from the public. Our first trailer option is a stage trailer which allows a portion of the side wall to flip down creating the perfect stage/display for your car once parked. The second trailer option is lexan side walls and in the case below a laxan roof! This design has achieved multiple goals, not only is it the perfect/constant marketing trailer, it also works to charge solar powered products while in transport. Check out the pictures below for examples of customer’s goals and dreams being turned into reality.
Race Car Trailers
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010Are you in need of a new trailer to haul your race or show car? ATC and Motiv have just the trailer for you! We specialize in both aluminum and steel custom car haulers. We understand that no two people have the same needs, so why build one type of trailer for everyone? At ATC and Motiv we allow you custom design your trailer to maximize space and make enjoying your job or hobby a lot easier. Check out our website to see trailers we have built in the past which may help give you ideas for your future ATC trailer.
Standard or Custom Trailers?
Monday, September 13th, 2010So this is the question of the year. Is The Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) and Motiv trailers a standard trailer manufacturer or are we a custom trailer manufacturer? Internally it depends on which sales person you ask. I’m not really sure it matters that much. I want to be a company which sells a car hauler, motorcycle trailer, stacker, cargo trailer, specialty trailer, open trailer, etc that people want to buy! Of course its not as simple as that statement. If we are a custom shop that means we have longer lead times, we have a robust engineering staff, we dedicate a lot of resources to build engineered to order trailers. If we are a standard trailer shop, then we don’t need the heavy overhead structure, our production employees see a limited amount of different types trailers, which means they can get built faster at a more competitive price.
I don’t think we need to choose. We have decided as a company that are going to do both of these well. That is a huge commitment since there is so much difference in how these trailers are built. The journey will not be easy, but in the end it will be worth it. I say that because we will be able to provide you, the customer exactly what you need at exactly the price you think you should pay. We have structured our entire organization, from our sales force, to our production lines, to our back office support in order to solidify a foundation that allows us to be the kind of company that can accomplish this. There will no doubt be bumps in the road, but we think we can do it. Check out our product offerings at www.aluminumtrailer.com to see our vast array of products. Also feel free to contact a sales rep to ask more about our capabilities to build exactly the trailer that you are looking for.
Race Car Haulers
Friday, September 10th, 2010Before I started working at The Aluminum Trailer Company six years ago, I couldn’t tell you the difference between one car hauler and another. I’m not even sure I could tell you what a car hauler was! What a difference six years makes. Not only have I gained an appreciation for the car hauler, I am convinced that ATC and Motiv trailers builds the best car haulers in the market today. This is especially true for the racing circuit. Our company has been around for a little over 10 years now. We have spent that time not only perfecting our aluminum framed trailers, but also listening to what our customers were asking of us. The result of this pursuit of the ultimate race car hauler is our Quest series (both gooseneck and tag) in ATC, our RSX series (both gooseneck and tag) in Motiv and our signature stacker series in both companies.
We feel that in terms of quality, fit and finish and value, our car haulers are the industry leaders. The great thing about ATC and Motiv trailers is no matter if you are looking for a unit you can pick up right off a dealers lot of you have exact specifications you need to meet, we can build your trailer. Our design, sales process is second to none. This allows us work with you to design exactly what you need. If you do not need a custom trailer and price is your biggest consideration, we have some options for you there as well in our standard product line. Visit us at www.aluminumtrailer.com to see what we have to offer. We know that you will be pleased if you chose to go with an ATC or Motiv car hauler.
Advantech Floor in ATC and Motiv Trailers
Monday, August 30th, 2010Every once in a while we get customers asking us why we use Advantech floors in our trailers… Here’s the scoop.
There really is only one downside to Advantech and that is that customers sometimes initially think it is just cheap chipboard and we are cutting corners to save cost. A simple look into Advantech proves otherwise.
The true facts are that Advantech was created by Huber Woods out Charlotte, North Carolina for the housing industry. They created this board because housing contractors were complaining that the standard plywood sub floors on their houses were delaminating when it sat unprotected in the snow, sleet and rain. Huber woods created Advantech to withstand the moisture that was destroying the plywood subfloors. Advantech is a manufactured wood board but it is different than any other OSB on the market. It is made with non-water soluble glue and it is compressed with 4 times the pressure than that of a normal OSB. If you look at the board close up you will clearly see the difference between this board and any other OSB.
Advantech is used exclusively in our snowmobile trailers and it works better than any other product. The snow comes and melts but it does not penetrate the board. All you have to do is simply sweep the water out of the trailer. Due to the density of the board it also does well holding up against the sharp snowmobile carbides. With a plywood floor, you need to change the plywood every few years because the carbides tear the plywood to sheds. With Advantech the carbides will scratch and mar the surface, but it will not penetrate the board. We’ve seen many “well seasoned” snowmobile trailers come in with noting more than scratches on the floor… nothing like a plywood floor.
Another huge benefit Advantech provides is in on our wide body car haulers. Advantech can be ordered in any width we want, whereas plywood can only be ordered in at 96″ wide. On a 102″ wide body trailer that means that there has to be a silly 3” plywood seam the entire length of there trailer. With Advantech we order our boards in at 99″ wide so it PERFECTLY fits into a wide body frame design.
Race Trailers
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010Over the last 20 year the race trailer market has changed dramatically. Back in the early 1990’s most of the race trailers were rather basic and served one purpose. That purpose was to get a race car from point a to point b. When you compare today’s race trailer with the race trailer of the 90’s the changes have been amazing. Current race trailers still serve the basic transportation purpose. However, the style in which it is done has changed by leaps and bounds.
Race trailers now have as many options in the as you can think of, not just the basics. Today’s race trailers come with complete electrical packages and full cabinet packages. The interior of many race trailers is as nicely equipped as many homes or offices. The interior of race trailers include aluminum walls, vinyl floors, carpet and air conditioning.
Since race trailers often sit at the race track all weekend long many are now equipped with bath rooms or even full blown living quarters! These packages include all the luxury of a fine hotel room. You can have your T.V.; surround sound, gas grill, inside and outside shower, and even a washer and dryer.
Race trailers have come a long way over the last 20 years. If you are in the market for a state of the art race trailer, check out ATC and Motiv. We build the highest quality race trailers on the planet.
The Aluminum Trailer Company
Monday, August 2nd, 2010The Aluminum Trailer Company(ATC) is the premium manufacturer of enclosed cargo, specialty, and auto trailers. More and more trailer users are turning to ATC as our reputation for the highest quality continues to grow through out the trailer industry.
The Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC has been building trailers since 1999. ATC is located in Nappanee, Indiana, the heart of Amish country. The company founders recognized the quality work force that was available in this area of northern Indiana and knew this was the place to build with unsurpassed quality.
ATC builds the only all aluminum frame trailer in the country. Other manufactures add steel reinforcements on their race trailers. Not ATC. We build our trailer with a perimeter tube frame, tube side walls on 16” centers, and a sturdy 1”x 3” tube roof structure also on 16” centers. This type of construction is what allows ATC to build one of the strongest and lightest trailers in the industry.
With ATC you can have it your way! We offer trailer sizes ranging from 5′ wide x 8′ long all the way up to 8.5′ wide x 53′ in length. No matter what your need may be, we can build a trailer that’s perfect for the job. You can customize any trailer to your personal taste thanks to thousands of options and custom options department. ATC offers an amazing list of options for you to add to your trailer and over 13 different exterior colors
ATC offers a wide variety of trailers. Our product line up includes open car haulers, motorcycle trailers, cargo trailers, enclosed car haulers, gooseneck car haulers, stackers, and specially designed commercial trailers. We offer a vast array of options on trailers.
Owning the best costs little more than the other brands. Value is not just the purchase price, but rather what your trailer will cost you to own and operate over the long haul. The superior construction, attention-to-detail, expert and prompt customer service, and a higher resale price at trade-in time all equals more value for your dollar.
Check out ATC today. You will be glad you did!
Gooseneck Trailers
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010The next time you are at the race track, or for that matter just driving down the road, check out the number of trailers you see. Then check out the number of gooseneck style versus tag trailers. Goosenecks trailers will probably out number the tag models two to one. There are a number of reasons you see so many goosenecks. Let me tell you about a few.
If you are looking for the best and easiest way to trailer your cargo you want to make sure you checkout a gooseneck trailer. Gooseneck trailers provide the maximum in payload capacity as well as providing a great ride down the road. The design of the “gooseneck” allows for more weight to be transferred to the tow vehicle. The terms gooseneck refers to the part of the trailer that essentially sits on top of the pick up truck or tow vehicle. With this design the front of the gooseneck trailer rides farther forward on the truck and allows more of the weight to be transferred to both axles on the tow vehicle.
This additional weight transfer can be very beneficial. With the gooseneck design approximately 20 percent of the trailer weight is transferred to the tow vehicle. When you compare this to 10 percent on a “tag “ trailer, the weight transfer can become rather substantial, allowing you to haul more payload.
Because more of the weight is transferred to the tow vehicle with a gooseneck the drivability of the truck and trailer combination becomes much easier. Simple put, you don’t have all of the trailer weight riding on the very end of your tow vehicle hitch. In some cases tag trailers can tow poorly. With the weight resting over the axles of the truck, towing a gooseneck trailer is much smoother
Race Trailers
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010Over the last 20 year the race trailer market has changed dramatically. Back in the early 1990’s most of the race trailers were rather basic and served one purpose. That purpose was to get a race car from point a to point b. When you compare today’s race trailer with the race trailer of the 90’s the changes have been amazing. Current race trailers still serve a basic purpose, getting a race car from point a to point b. However, the style in which it is done has changed by leaps and bounds.
Race trailers now have as many options in the as you can think of, not just the basics. Todays race trailers come with complete electrical packages and full cabinet packages. The interior of many race trailers is as nicely equipped as many homes or offices. The interior of race trailers include aluminum walls, vinyl floors, carpet and air conditioning.
Since race trailers often sit at the race track all weekend long many are now equipped with bath rooms or even full blown living quarters! These packages include all the luxury of a fine hotel room. You can have your T.V.; surround sound, gas grill, inside and outside shower, and even a washer and dryer.
Race trailers have come a long way over the last 20 years. If you are in the market for a state of the art race trailer, check out ATC and Motiv. We build the highest quality race trailers on the planet.
Enclosed Trailers
Friday, July 2nd, 2010You could have had an enclosed trailer. My guess is that many people think they can’t afford an enclosed trailer but have they considered all of the advantages? First of all what did you spend on the equipment or toys you are transporting. An enclosed trailer will keep them safe and secure. Also an enclosed trailer will help keep your investments out of the public eye, I am sure you have heard the saying out of sight out of mind. With an enclosed trailer you also create mobile storage for your toys. You also now have a mobile garage to work on your toys when you get to your destination. Motiv and ATC have launched an all new line of inexpensive enclosed trailers called the ravin light series. You might be surprised how inexpensive it can be to get a quality built enclosed trailer. Check out our enclosed trailers on our website at www.aluminumtrailer.com
Enclosed Trailers
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010Do you know what the difference is between inclose or enclose? Or the variants of those inclosed or enclosed? Well as it turns out there isn’t any difference they both mean the same thing. However the preferred spelling or usage just happens to be “enclosed”. Now that may not mean much to most people but I just happen to be in the business of making enclosed trailers, and since we advertise we really do try to get things like spelling and grammatical nuances correct. I don’t know how much longer that will actually be important in the age of texting and twitter it seems that you can just make things up as you go along.
Let’s get back to that enclosed trailers thing for a moment. Of course you were wondering what that means? Well weren’t you? An enclosure structurally is like a fence around property or more specifically like a porch on your house,but now you put glass around it. Voila! You now have an enclosed room that used to be an open to the weather porch. That may not mean much to some people, but try reading the Sunday morning paper on your porch in Indiana in January. You would immediately understand why enclosing it with glass makes a lot of sense. If I built enclosed porches, I would continue down this path but I don’t so I won’t.
I make enclosed trailers (www.aluminumtrailer.com) and I was just trying to get my point across in a way most people would understand. You can buy many types of trailers and many of them are open like your front porch, and they work very well for some things, but if you want things dry and not exposed to the elements of the weather you need an enclosed trailer. What kind of enclosed trailer? Well I could tell you now but that would spoil my fun. LOL (that’s one of those texting things I was talking about). Maybe next time we can talk about the different kinds of enclosed trailers, until then Happy Trailering!
Gooseneck Trailers
Thursday, June 10th, 2010Have you out grown your tag trailer? Is it time for an upgrade? ATC and Motiv offer a gooseneck trailer which you can custom design to make it the perfect trailer for whatever your towing needs may be. We offer the Motiv RSX (Steel) and an ATC Quest (Aluminum) in lengths starting at 28’ and ending with 53’. As well as being able to custom design your trailer, ATC and Motiv have put together two racing package for both our tag and gooseneck trailers which will give you everything you need at a valued package price. For more information and pictures of these amazing units visit www.aluminumtrailer.com
Gooseneck Trailers
Thursday, April 22nd, 2010The Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) and Motiv Trailers build a wide range of trailers. We build enclosed cargo trailers, tag, stacker and concession trailers. However, where our company really shines is with our enclosed gooseneck trailers.
Our gooseneck trailers (either steel or aluminum) can be used in a wide variety of applications. Whether you need to haul a large amount of stuff, have a racing team and need a trailer to haul your cars or need any number of mobile applications (office, laboratory, class room, wine bottling, etc, etc. ) our gooseneck trailer can fill your need.
A gooseneck trailer has a variety of benefits over a tag trailer. The most obvious one is the trailer length. While our tags are limited to around 30 feet or so in length, our goosenecks can go all the way up to 53 feet! This allows for tremendous flexibility in customization and use. Another benefit is quality of the ride. With a gooseneck (or a fifth wheel) the trailer hitch will be connected either within the bed of the pickup or to the back of the semi trailer This is different from our tag or cargo units which are attached to the rear of the tow vehicle. This allows for better weight distribution, tighter turn radiuses and a smoother over all ride.
Gooseneck Trailers
Thursday, August 6th, 2009If you have a high volume of cargo and are looking for a safe, secure way to transport it, look no further than ATC and Motiv gooseneck trailers. Many customers want to know what is the longest bumper pull trailer that we can build. We have built up to 34′ long bumper pull trailers, but strongly recommend switching over to a gooseneck of fifth wheel trailer for this size. Because of the hitching mechanism and the location of the weight on the tow vehicle, large trailers are much safer when designed with a gooseneck or fifth wheel hitch.
Another big benefit to gooseneck trailers is the additional enclosed storage space above the bed of the truck. Many customers use this enclosed space as a safe place to keep valuable cargo and protect it from the elements. Access doors are often used on either the driver side of the trailer or on passenger side of the trailer to allow easy access to this area. We generally do not recommend adding cargo doors on the front of the trailer due to potential leak hazard.
ATC and Motiv offers a full line of gooseneck trailers for general storage or complete with full living accommodations. Check out more information about our innovative line of gooseneck trailers at www.aluminumtrailer.com. Thanks for your interest in ATC and Motiv Trailers!
Gooseneck Car Hauler
Monday, April 6th, 2009How many cars do you have to haul? Did you remember to add up the golf cart, motorcycles, and ATV’s too? Now that you have taken a full inventory you probably realize — it’s time to step up to a gooseneck car hauler.
Many people are at first intimidated by a gooseneck car hauler, they see the size and a new type of coupling mechanism and it is something that is unfamiliar; scary! A better understanding of how each system works helps to eliminate this fear and help a customer make a better decision.
The biggest difference between a tag tow behind trailer and a gooseneck trailer is the design of the hitching mechanism. The purpose of having the hitch in the bed is to enable the truck to carry the weight of the trailer directly over its own axles by the location of the gooseneck coupler. This not only makes for a better ride for your cargo, it also makes for a smoother safer pull in your truck. The second benefit to a gooseneck car hauler is the location of the pivot point of the trailer. A normal gooseneck or fifth wheel installation is in the bed of the truck instead of behind the truck. This provides for smoother, sharper turning capabilities on a longer trailer. Whether you choose the gooseneck (ball style) coupler or a fifth wheel plate, both mechanisms assure a positive lock between the trailer and your truck.
So, when you realize it’s time to step up to a larger trailer, don’t be afraid to consider a gooseneck car hauler for your hauling needs. When you are ready, give us a call and let us know how we can help fill your needs in a gooseneck car hauler.
Smooth Riding Goosenecks
Tuesday, March 24th, 2009Back in the day before kids, my wife and I used to deliver trailers on a semi-regular basis. We had always delivered bumper pull trailers, but my wife quickly got tired of the truck rocking up and down as we went over the bumps in the road. One day I brought my carsick-prone wife along as I delivered a gooseneck trailer and the whole world changed in her eyes. With a gooseneck trailer the cab of the truck rode smooth and straight and didn’t buck up and down over the bumps.
So why is it that a gooseneck trailer pulls so much smoother than a typical tag trailer? With a gooseneck trailer the weight of the trailer is distributed directly over the rear axle of the truck. The truck suspension is then able to carry the weight of the trailer without bouncing the frame of the truck (and the cab) all over the road. In a typical bumper pull trailer, the weight of the trailer resides about four feet behind the rear axle of the truck. When the truck and trailer hit the all-to-common bumps in the road, the suspension of the rear axle can only absorb so much form such a great distance away.
Now, don’t get me wrong, our ATC and Motiv bumper pull trailers pull very well, but when you compare a 30′ tag trailer to a 38′ gooseneck trailer, it just isn’t a fair comparison. The 38′ gooseneck trailer will pull smoother every day of the week. Why not look at some of our gooseneck trailers now!
All Aluminum Gooseneck Trailers
Monday, February 9th, 2009The Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) has been building an all aluminum gooseneck trailers since early 2001. ATC is the only company that builds an all aluminum frame on a gooseneck trailers. Most manufactures add steel reinforcements to the axle area or the gooseneck area. These areas tend to take the bulk of the stress on gooseneck trailers.
Because ATC has designed its gooseneck trailer with a full perimeter frame our gooseneck trailer is strong enough to handle your biggest load without the need for steel reinforcements. This unique design allows ATC to build one of the lightest gooseneck trailers in the industry. ATC’s perimeter frame gooseneck design differs from our competitors design in that our sub frames strength comes from our tube frame that runs all the way to the outside of our sub frame. Not like most gooseneck trailers that rely on a frame the includes outriggers to support their side walls.
ATC builds gooseneck trailers in lengths from 32’ up to 53’. ATC’s gooseneck trailers inside heights come with a standard height of 7’ but can be built with an interior height of up to 11’. The standard width on an ATC gooseneck trailer is 97 ¾”. The overall width of our standard gooseneck trailer is 102” from fender to fender.
ATC builds gooseneck trailers for a wide variety of uses. We can custom design a trailer to fit almost any need. Our gooseneck trailers have been used as mobile salmon tagging labs, race car hauling trailers, living quarters, bunk houses, vending trailers to name only a few.
Buy an ATC gooseneck trailer today! You will be glad you did.
