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Race Car Haulers

Friday, August 27th, 2010

We sure have grown up a fair bit since the first race car hauler we built and showed down in Daytona back in February of 2000.  I’ll be honest, that first ATC race car hauler trip to Daytona was a struggle.  Some of the top trim came off on my way down to Florida and my dad and I spent the better part of a day looking for it along the highway.  Somehow, by the grace of God, we found it!  We popped it back on and continued on the show.  To say we were a bit “green” in the race car hauler business would be quite an understatement.

 I’m happy to say over the past 11 years we have done a lot of growing up and we have learned a tremendous amount from our customers and dealers.  We now find ourselves deep into the race car hauler business with an overflowing list of satisfied customers.  We thank all of you who helped us get here and have had a part in our success.

 While we have learned a lot and enjoyed some success over the years, part of being a great company is never getting complacent.  I’m happy to say that we are continuing to grow and improve our race car haulers.  We invite you to see the new product launch at this years PRI (Performance Racing Industry) show in Orlando Florida.  We promise you will not be disappointed with the new look and features in our ATC and Motiv race car haulers.

Toy Hauler Trailers

Thursday, August 26th, 2010

Toy hauler trailers are similar to living quarter trailers in that they have some of the same components.  However the purpose of a toy hauler is a bit more defined as hauling toys and doubling as living space when toy hauler owners are playing at an event.  Toy haulers usually include some kind of living space.  Toy hauler trailers also include a garage space of some kind for the transport of the toys.  Toy hauler trailers sometimes mix the two of these items into one so that they use the space inside the trailer more efficiently.  Toy haulers come in all shapes and sizes.  Toy hauler trailers can be large or small and can be a full living quarter or just a bathroom/kitchen with a garage.  ATC living quarter trailers are equipped to carry much larger loads than most travel trailer or RV based toy hauler trailer.  You very often can get a disappointing result when you spend much time and money on a toy hauler trailer.  Toy hauler trailers can very greatly in both material quality and fit/finish.  Because it’s a living space and not a typical trailer, toy hauler trailers to us, seem to be more crucial in these areas.  Toy hauler trailers are made by many manufacturers and there for have a wide range of results.  Toy hauler trailers at ATC get more time and attention than most manufacturers give them.  We feel that toy hauler trailers are very important to our business.

Living Quarter Trailers

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

Living quarter trailers take some unique capabilities to build the right way.  Here at ATC I wouldn’t say that we specialize in living quarter trailers but we do a good job in building them.  Our living quarter trailers don’t really compare to an RV or Travel trailer in either price or design.  Our living quarter trailers usually are highly customized and serve multiple purposes.  Our living quarter trailers can be added to most of our models to make a very unique product that meets a living quarter trailer customers needs.  Living quarter trailers can be slapped together in a way that gives the appearance of a finished livable unit but then have nothing beneath the surface that will satisfy the customer over the long haul.   We have our own custom wood cabinet shop where we make high quality cabinets for our living quarter trailers.  Our living quarter trailers also can be outfitted with aluminum racing cabinets in place of wood as well.  Living quarter trailers also take a special kind of worker that can do finish work as well as being efficient on time.  To fit all of the things required by a place that you expect to live in into a small space afforded by a living quarter trailer is very difficult.  Living quarter trailers become even more difficult to build when they are customized.  We have been building living quarter trailers for about 5 years now and have done pretty well.

Snowmobile Trailers

Friday, August 13th, 2010

Believe it or not, winter is just around the corner.  While we are all sad to see summer go, it means snowmobile season will soon be upon us!  Now is the perfect time to contact your closest ATC/Motiv dealer to spec out a snowmobile trailer that best fits your needs.  Waiting until the last moment means that you have to settle with a good; while planning a head assures you can get the perfect trailer! ATC and Motiv offer both a steel and aluminum line of snowmobile trailers which you can custom design to meet your every need.  Not only can we provide you an amazing trailer to haul your expensive snowmobiles but you can also design your trailer to include a bathroom and lounge which will be a nice escape from the intense winter conditions.  Visit us at www.aluminumtrailer.com and gain inspiration from trailers we have built in the past to spec out your new ATC/Motiv trailer.

Open Car Haulers

Monday, August 9th, 2010

Open Car Hauler

Don’t miss the opportunity to take advantage of ATC’s 18’ open car hauler special.  For a limited time only ATC is offering all aluminum, all tube construction, full perimeter frame Concours series open car hauler for the retail price of $4,620.  Below is a list of all the standard features included in the retail price!

Trailer Type: 2010 ATC Concours Series Open Car Hauler
Axles: (2) 3500# Torsion Axles

Width: 8.5′
Length: 18′
Height: 0′

Model #: ATCO8518TA2(7000#GVW)

$5,467.00

Standard Features:


FRAME


  • FULL PERIMETER ALUMINUM FRAME
  • 2-5/16″ COUPLER
  • ALL-TUBE CONSTRUCTION
  • SAFETY CHAINS & HOOKS
  • TORSION AXLES
  • 2000# ZINC PLATED MANUAL JACK
  • EZ LUBE HUBS
  • 102″ EXTERIOR WIDTH
  • ELECTRIC BRAKES – ALL AXLES
  • 81″ DECK WIDTH
  • GEL CELL BATTERY BREAKAWAY KIT
  • FLAT FLOOR DESIGN



EXTERIOR


  • EXTRUDED ALUMINUM FLOOR
  • 7-WAY PLUG
  • (4) 5000# D-RINGS
  • L.E.D. CLEARANCE LIGHTS
  • WIRE GROMMETS
  • L.E.D. SINGLE BRAKE LIGHTS
  • GRAY MOD WHEELS W/ CHROME CAP
  • ST205/75R15LRC RADIAL TIRES



CONCOURS FEATURES


  • FULL FLOOR DESIGN
  • IN FRAME LOCKING RAMP STORAGE
  • REMOVABLE FENDERS
  • REAR STABILIZER JACKS
  • 72″ RAMPS W/ ATP SURFACE
  • 5″ TALL FRONT RAIL



Regular Price:

$5,467.00

Manufacturer Stimulus Discount:

$-847.00

Final Price:

$4,620.00

Contact ATC at 1-877-441-2440 for a dealer near you!

Mobile Office Trailers

Friday, August 6th, 2010

Mobile office trailers are a specialized product that many companies build exclusively.  Mobile office trailers are usually built very cheaply for construction sites or mechanical contracting sites.  They are constructed to be parked in one place for a very long time and there fore the running gear of most mobile office trailers built by these companies are not made to withstand many miles on the road.  Mobile office trailers that ATC builds are a bit more expensive but are built to last longer and perform better on the road.  At times there are mobile office trailers that are treated as a throw away product that will only last a few years and then need to be replaced.  The hassle of buying a new mobile office is difficult and the longer one lasts and meets the mobile office customer’s needs.  Sometimes mobile office trailers require multiple talents to do well at.  We have to have a wide variety of strengths to build well.  We need to be able build a product for the mobile office customer that lasts and performs well in a variety of climates and harsh environments.  Longevity is also important with mobile office trailers.

Commercial Trailers

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

Commercial Trailers are a large part of what we do here at ATC.  We tend to do things that commercial trailer customers want.  Commercial trailer buyers tend to be more concerned with performance than with price.  They want their commercial trailer to perform in the field to their expectations no matter what the surrounding circumstances are.  Many people that buy commercial trailers depend on that trailer for their livelihoods.  If the commercial trailer has a problem in the field or does not do what the end user wants it to do, then the whole commercial trailer becomes a wasted product.  Commercial trailer buyers also want a product that will last longer than a typical cheaper cargo style trailer.  When you calculate the monthly cost of a seemingly expensive commercial trailer, the price becomes less of an issue when that commercial trailer lasts 10 years.  Commercial trailers are a very important part of our business and we make sure that our commercial customers are satisfied with all of the projects that we do here at ATC. 

NATDA Show

Friday, July 30th, 2010

North American trailer dealers mark your calendars!  September 11th and 12th ATC will be in Louisville, Kentucky displaying our newest products at the only trailer industry event which caters specifically to North American Trailer dealers.  Come visit us and experience everything ATC have to offer your dealership.  You will see how diverse our product line is, which is sure to either expand your current dealership line or fill in some of the gaps.  Our territory managers are more then eager to enlighten you on everything ATC has to offer!

Living Quarter Trailers

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

Here at ATC we understand that not every family is the same or has the same needs.  So why would manufacturers think that they could create one living quarter that works for all families?  At ATC our specialty is custom trailers!  With our dedicated and experienced dealer network, sales and engineering staff we will help put you and your family in a custom living quarter that exceeds your expectations. This will help to make your time away from home both comfortable and enjoyable.  Bring us your ideas and we will turn them into reality.

Good Things On The Horizon From ATC and Motiv Trailers

Monday, July 26th, 2010

All great companies must continuously strive to reinvent their products in order to create more value and curb appeal.  I’m proud to say that ATC/Motiv Trailers is a company that has never been satisfied with the status quo.  Over the past 11 years in business we have been constantly searching for ways to improve our trailers.  Yes, we have a great trailer, but there is always room for improvement.  For the past year we have been locking ourselves in the office late hours, drinking lots of coffee and coming up with a host of fresh new ideas for our trailers.

I proud to announce that we are about ready to open the doors and introduce some great new things.  Our first unveiling will be in September at the NATDA (North American Trailer Dealer Association) dealer show in Louisville, Kentucky.  Our public unveiling will be at the PRI (Performance Racing Industry) show in Orlando, Florida in early December.  We have a bag full of tricks and we cannot wait to share our ideas with our customers.

Stay tuned for more great stuff from ATC and Motiv.  Don’t get too excited though, because we’ll probably top this again next year!

Motorcycle Trailers

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

Pack your bags, and load your hogs… its time for a road trip.  Chance are if you are going to Daytona or Sturgis you will be in good company with your ATC or Motiv motorcycle trailer.  I’m always pleasantly surprised at how many ATC and Motiv motorcycle trailers I see at the national rallies.  I guess what they say is true, motorcycle guys and gals really do appreciate and recognize precision craftsmanship.

 Yeah, there certainly are manufactures out there that sell motorcycle trailers for less, but  many of them dip well below the acceptable threshold of quality.  I’m all for a good price, but some of these trailers are bordering on ridiculous.  The key to ATC and Motiv success in the motorcycle trailer market is focusing on value.

 We proudly provide more value than any other manufacturer due to our quality of design, unmatched craftsmanship and our warranty program.  Give us a try and we’ll be happy to make you a believer in ATC and Motiv motorcycle trailers!

Gooseneck Trailers

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

The 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

Utility Trailers

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Utility trailers.   They have all sorts of uses and you see them everywhere.  You see utility trailers at the ballpark, you see them in the neighborhood maintaining lawns, and you might even see them at your church.  Face it, we need utility trailers.

The next time you are driving thru town count how many utility trailers you see.  You will be amazed.  They are everywhere and being used for everything. ATC manufactures aluminum frame Utility trailers.  Motiv builds a steel frame utility trailer.  Both utility trailers are designed from the ground up and will deliver years of outstanding, trouble free use.

 Utility trailers come in all shapes and sizes.  ATC and Motiv utility trailers come in 13 different colors and can be used for almost any job or activity.  Utility defined is; something useful or designed for use.  ATC and Motiv utility trailers fit the bill.  A trailer designed for use that will last and last.

 The Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC) and Motiv Trailers have been building utility trailers since August of 1999. The Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers are located in the heart of utility trailer manufacturing.  Elkhart County, Indiana has long been the hub of utility trailer building.  We have assembled the highest quality workforce to build the highest quality utility trailer. 

Check out ATC today. 

Race Car Haulers

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Sometimes our prospective new dealers ask us about the best ways to sell our aluminum race car haulers.  We have found out that just throwing a billboard up at the local race track or taking out a shiny new ad in next weeks motorsports periodical just may not be the best way to reach our customer.  The best way to get race car hauler sales for Motiv or ATC Trailers is to take our trailers out to the track and show people. 

 Yeah magazine ads looks good and billboards catch a lot of eyes, but what helps ATC / Motiv Trailers win is showing customers face-to-face why our trailers are better.   Our fit-and-finish is second to none, our full perimeter tube frame cannot be beat, and how about a true and fair warranty that we actually pay in less than 30 days (try getting that from the other guys out there).

 ATC and Motiv Race car haulers aren’t just better, we are competitively priced too.  I’m not going to say that our price isn’t important, but no where in our sales pitch is price our primary selling point.  Our race car haulers sell because they are the best ones out there… any yes we are competitively priced. 

 Go to our dealer locater or check us out at the track next weekend and you’ll see why seeing is believing!

Toy Hauler Trailers

Monday, July 12th, 2010

Looking for the perfect combination of living quarter and garage?  Look no further, The Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers have worked hard at designing Toy Haulers to meet all needs.  What we’ve realized during the process is that no two people are the same.  Luckily ATC and Motiv specialize in custom building and designing each trailer we make.  This means you will get exactually what they are looking for rather then settling for a trailers that almost meets your needs.  Start building the trailer of your dreams today!  www.aluminumtrailer.com   

Cargo Trailers

Friday, July 9th, 2010

The Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers have designed a price competitive cargo trailer to meet your every need!  The Raven Lite is offered in both steel and aluminum with standard features including leaf spring axles, 24” on center floor, wall and roof cross members, 1.5” upper and lower trim, .030 exterior aluminum, one piece aluminum roof, 32” side door, double rear cargo doors, 24” ATP stone guard, Lauan or 3/8” plywood walls, rood vent, dome light and many more features making this price competitive trailer a market leader.  Our Raven Lites are available in black, white, red and silver frost.  Other pickable options include white vinyl walls and ceiling,  12” on center floor cross members, rear ramp doors, 48” side doors, transition flaps, radial tires, additional height, 2’ wedge nose and stabilizer jacks.  For pricing information please visit www.aluminumtrailer.com and find out who your closest dealer is!

Utility Trailers

Thursday, July 8th, 2010

ATC is producing basic utility trailers.  In the past The Aluminum Trailer Company was only known for custom aluminum trailers.  Now ATC has launched a new line called the ravin light models.  These basic utility trailers are built in the same plant as our high end custom trailers.  By limiting the options on the utility trailers and looking closely at what areas we could be more efficient in we were able to create a high quality utility trailer at a low price.  But please know that when ATC says they have limited options that is for ATC standards in utility trailers.  If you take a moment and visit Aluminumtrailer.com look for the economy cargo trailers.  You can actually price your own trailer and find the dealer nearest you.  When you are ready to make your next utility trailer purchase make sure you check out ATC we now have a great utility trailer to fit your budget as well.

Motorcycle Trailers

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010

Summer is here and now is a great time to get your ATC motorcycle trailer.  You’ve invested in a beautiful bike why would you trust it to just any old cargo trailer.  The Aluminum Trailer Company offers the best fit and finish you will find in the motorcycle trailer industry.  Take a moment and visit our website www.aluminumtrailer.com  Look at the motorcycle trailer section then look for the GTX package.  This motorcycle trailer package will give you just about every feature you could want in your trailer, but if that is not enough feel free to give one us a call and we will help you design your own custom trailer to give you exactly what you want.

Just another thought an ATC motorcycle is so practical.  Instead of adding to your garage just add a trailer that you can use to store your bikes and transport safely to the next bike rally.

Mobile Power

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

There are so many applications for mobile power trailers.  ATC has designed and built what we call the mobile air, power, and light trailer.  The fire industry needs a way to provide light, air, and power to the disaster scene.  Our air, power and light trailers come with a powers 20 Kw diesel generator.  This allows enough power to light up the scene and run air equipment that is used to fill the tanks for the fire breathing apparatus.  Our air trailer is compact enough to be pulled with a ¾ ton truck but also provides enough room for the bottles to be easily filled from the inside of standing outside of the trailer.  It helps us insure the job is done correct without having to worry about tough environment on the outside of the mobile power trailer.  ATC is about to build a beautiful air power and light trailer that also provides a rehabilitation area for the fireman to recharge during deployment.  Keep an eye on www.aluminumtrailer.com/custom (emergency response section) after July 2010 you will see this first of its kind air, power, light and rehab trailer. 

Mobile Communications

Monday, July 5th, 2010

If your company needs a mobile communications unit please give us a call.  ATC has developed quite an experience in building mobile communications units.  We have worked with groups like the coast guard, national guard, army, navy air force, federal, state, municipalities, and numerous commercial applications.  With working so many different groups we feel we can offer you a wide range of experience in helping you design your mobile communications trailer or truck.  Take a moment to look at the custom section of our website www.aluminumtrailer/custom.com .  You will begin to get a feel of some our capabilities.  We want to help you design and build the best mobile communications unit to fit your budget and needs. 

Enclosed Trailers

Friday, July 2nd, 2010

You 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

Dog House Trailers

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

The oil industry has used dog house trailers for your years.  It has really been a fitting name for the typical crew trailer in the industry.  The basic dog house trailer would include a rear door entry, a little shelter, knowledge box, and a couple lockers and that was about it.  Now ATC is in the dog house trailer business and things have changed.  The Aluminum trailer company has built hundreds of deluxe dog house trailers to fit our customer’s needs.  From basic steel locker trailers to high end aluminum dog house trailers ATC can custom design and build a trailer to meet your crews needs.  The all aluminum dog house trailers offers many benefits such as light weight, corrosion resistant and long term value.  We know your crew is going to be tough on your dog house trailer but with an aluminum dog house trailer after years of abuse ATC can refurbish your trailer at a fraction of the cost of buying a new one. 

Take a moment to see just a few of the custom dog house trailers we have built and designed from the ground up.  Just hop on www.aluminumtrailer.com  then click on the custom section.  Look at the crew trailer section and you will see just a few of the great oil field trailers we have built.

Cargo Trailers

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

Cargo trailers have long been an item you could only afford to buy from the cheap low quality manufactures in the cargo trailer world.  Well now ATC and Motiv offer an affordable line called the Raven Light.  ATC was tired of our dealers only using us as there high end or custom shop so we decided to see what it would take for us to make an affordable cargo trailer.  Now we offer a full line of aluminum and steel cargo trailers.  Take a moment to visit our website www.aluminumtrailer.com and look for the economy cargo trailers.  You will also be able find a dealer nearest you.  We offer a full line of standard options in our cargo trailers but if that is not enough check out the ATC (aluminum) SSX or the Motiv (steel) MSX.  With these models the sky is the limit for your custom cargo trailer.  Please consider ATC or Motiv in your next cargo trailer purchase.  You will not be disappointed.

Mobile Wine Bottling

Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

ATC is now offering triple 12 K air ride axles.  This is allowing us to handle just about any weight needed for the mobile wine bottling industry.  Our low profile trailer design, custom capabilities and fit and finish offer you some of the best reason to consider the Aluminum Trailer Company when looking to build your next mobile wine bottling trailer.  ATC has built the basic 38’ gooseneck wine bottling trailer all the way up to the 53’ heavy duty wine bottling trailer.  We will work with step by step to build the trailer you need to fit your mobile wine bottling equipment.  Our mobile wine bottling trailers are made from an aluminum frame and floor.  Please give us a call and we can help you get started.

Trailer Manufacturer

Monday, June 28th, 2010

If you have done any sort of research on line, you have quickly come to the conclusion that there are many, many choices for you when it comes to choosing a trailer manufacturer to build exactly what you are looking for. We want to make this as easy as possible for you. Chose the Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers to be your trailer manufacturer of choice.

 We certainly are not the biggest trailer manufacture out there. Nor are we the oldest or the most recognizable trailer manufacturer. What we are is a solid company, who consistently puts out some of the best product that is on the market today. Our company was started a little over ten years ago by a guy who had a vision for aluminum trailers. In an industry where the common practice was to manufacture trailers out of steel, our company was started with the premise that aluminum was the way to go. We have since added a steel line, but we have continued to be on the cutting edge of aluminum trailer manufacturing. Whether you need a standard cargo, motorcycle or car hauler; or you need a highly customized stacker or other specialty trailer, we are the trailer manufacturer for you.

Visit our website at www.aluminumtrailer.com to see what we have to offer. We have wonderful pictures of not only our standard trailers, but also our custom trailers which really show off what our manufacturing capabilities are. We have a dealer locater conveniently included, so you have the option of contacting a dealer directly or call into the office at 877-441-2440 and we would be happy to point you in the right direction.



Trailer Dealers

Friday, June 25th, 2010

There is quite a bit that goes into the making and selling of a premier trailer. You have to have good relationships with vendors so they deliver parts and material on time. You have to have a good team of engineers so that you know the trailer is designed properly and will hold up for whatever application or purpose it was designed for. You have to have a good production work force who can take the concepts designed by engineering and make it into reality. But you can’t do any of this stuff unless you have an outstanding dealer body.

 As one of our production workers likes to say, “you can’t build a quote”. You have to close the deal in order to build anything. For that we rely on our outstanding network of trailer dealers. Sure we have an in house sales staff. And they are critical for what we do, but it is our dealers who are working directly with the end customer. It is the dealer who bring us the trailer order so that we can build it. It is our dealer who then delivers our product back to the end retail customer. It is our dealer who steps up for any service, warranty or other issues that come up after the sale has been completed. Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers take great pride in the relationship we have with our dealers. We have to communicate effectively and be on the same page or it is ultimately the end customer who loses out. We stand behind our dealers. It is our goal and desire to give them all the support they need in order to make the sale as smooth as possible for you, the end customer. Visit our website at www.aluminumtrailer.com and utilize our dealer locator feature to find your nearest dealer. Or call us at 877-441-2440 and we would be happy to refer you to your nearest dealer.


Motorcycle Trailers

Thursday, June 24th, 2010

There are not many things which are more American then hitting the open road on your motorcycle. Whether you are letting the wind whip through your hair or you are driving in a state which requires that you wear a helmet, the motorcycle is the stuff of American leisure and legend. Unfortunately for you motorcycling enthusiasts out there, it is not always possible to ride your motorcycle to where you want to go. Sometimes you have to haul your motorcycle to its destination and for that you need a motorcycle trailer.

 The Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailer offer a wide range of enclosed steel and aluminum motorcycle trailers. You can start simply with our standard MSX or SS trailer with a couple of tweaks to fit your motorcycle trailer needs. Or you can put a little more oomph in your motorcycle trailer and go with our GTX or GTS packages which give you a wide variety of additional options to make your motorcycle trailer the envy of your cyclist buddies. If you can’t roll into Sturgis bike week on your motorcycle, the next best thing is rolling in hauling your motorcycles in an Aluminum Trailer Company or Motiv Trailers built motorcycle trailer.

 Visit our website at www.aluminumtrailer.com for a wide range of photos and other information which will help you in your search for the perfect motorcycle trailer. You will also find a dealer locator and other ways to contact us directly so there are plenty of ways to get the information that you need.



Mobile Power Trailers

Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010

The trailer industry is evolving. Fifty years ago it was mainly cargo and concession style trailers and there weren’t a whole of lot of options for folks to choose from. In the last twenty years, car haulers, gooseneck and the like have gained popularity. There are also many more choices for people to go when they are looking for a trailer company. That list narrows however, when someone is looking for a specific, custom application use for a trailer such as for a mobile power source. This is a trailer which needs extra engineering, quality control and production know how to produce.

 The Aluminum Trailer Company has partnered with several national companies to do various projects in the mobile power trailer arena. One outfit that ATC has worked frequently with deals directly with the National Guard on various projects. One such project was a mobile power and communications trailer. The specific project called for trailers which would be up fitted with satellite and generator power sources. The trailers would then be mobilized in the event of a natural disaster when communication and power sources were down. The trailer could be used to organize critical relief response to the disaster.

 If you are working with a government entity or with a private organization and have a need for a mobile power source then the Aluminum Trailer Company can help design and build what you are looking for. Visit us at www.aluminumtrailer.com for a wide range of examples of not just mobile power trailers, but also communication, command center and other types as well.

Specialty Trailers

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010

There are literally thousands of applications for the trailers that we build. It constantly amazes me the uses and applications that people come to us with for our specialty trailers. This comes with the territory when you are known in the industry as the premier manufacturer of custom and specialty trailers.

 There are way too many to chose from, but one of my favorite specialty trailer applications that we have done a fair amount of are wine bottling trailers. In this specialty application, a company will come to us and in tandem with our engineering team, design from the ground up a trailer which will be loaded with wine bottling equipment. Once all the equipment is installed the trailer will go to different vineyards to set up shop and viola, you have an instant mobile wine operation. This helps the small farmers who may not want to invest in their own equipment in a permanent building. This is costly and not the most efficient. If they hire the specialty trailer with the equipment installed, they only pay for what they use. This is a win both for the smaller farmer and for the operators of the mobile specialty trailer.

The above example is but one of hundreds of specialty trailers that we have manufactured at the Aluminum Trailer Company. Visit our website at www.aluminumtrailer.com to see thousands of pictures in our robust photo gallery. Maybe we have already done something you are considering. If we have not, there is a great chance that we can help you dial in and figure out exactly what you want.

Enclosed Trailers

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Enclosed trailers are easy to find. All you have to do is look over the road, look on line or look at your nearest trailer dealer. Whats not so common is an enclosed trailer built with world class precision and quality as the goal.  Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv Trailers are the premier manufacturer of enclosed trailers. Whether you need an aluminum frame or the more economical steel version, you can count on us to not only deliver but to surpass your expectations for an enclosed trailer. Visit us at www.aluminumtrailer.com . At our website we have a wide range of photo galleries showing you the different types of enclosed trailers that we can build. Whether you need a cargo trailer, motorcycle trailer, car hauler, gooseneck or have some other need for a special custom trailer, let ATC and Motiv trailers build your enclosed trailer for you.

 Enclosed trailers offer many benefits over open ones. Keep your gear and important business property out of the elements. Enclosed trailers offer more security then you would get in an open trailer. Enclosed trailers offer more cargo capacity than an open trailer. You can add custom cabinets, shelving, lift mechanisms, etc all to give you the most cargo carrying capacity.

 Find us on the web, give us a call or visit your local dealer to get more information on types of enclosed trailers you can buy from the Aluminum Trailer Company and Motiv trailers. We are here to serve your needs.

Enclosed Trailers

Friday, June 18th, 2010

When I first got into the trailer business, I really didn’t know much about enclosed trailers.  As the years have passed, I have learned a tremendous amount about enclosed trailers from our customers.  I’ve learned what is important and what is the fluffy, foo-foo stuff that doesn’t really provide any value.

 I remember my first trip down to Daytona for the race show before the 500.  I sat down with racer after racer and learned that a quality design and good fit-and-finish just cannot be beat.  There is no shortage of trailer manufacturers out there just pumping out the same old stuff with lackluster quality.  We have built our enclosed trailers around a different customer.  Our customers recognize precision craftsmanship and quality of design.

 By steering out business this direction and taking the upper road, yeah, we miss out on some of the massive amounts of cheap trailers that are sold, but we can sleep well at night knowing that we build the best stuff out there.  Our customers recognize this and continue coming back.

 Check us out at the race track next time or just click onto our website, I’m confident you’ll learn a lot about the little things that make ATC/Motiv beat to a different drum.  Happy Trailering!

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