Best Car Hauler Trailers for Auto Transport in Texas

Whether you’re hauling a project car, transporting vehicles for a dealership, or running an auto
transport business, the right car hauler trailer makes all the difference. Here’s our guide to
choosing the best car hauler for your needs, from
Trailer Place in Wharton, TX.

Types of Car Hauler Trailers

Open Flatbed Car Haulers

The most common and affordable option. Open car haulers use a flat or slightly tilting deck with
ramps for loading. Available in bumper pull (single car) and gooseneck (1-3 cars). Great for
daily drivers, project cars, and commercial vehicle transport where weather protection isn’t critical.

Tilt Deck Car Haulers

Tilt trailers hydraulically tilt the entire
deck to ground level for loading — no ramps needed. This is especially useful for low-clearance
vehicles (sports cars, lowered trucks) that can’t clear traditional ramps. Also great for equipment
that can’t easily drive up steep ramps.

Enclosed Car Haulers

Enclosed trailers provide complete
weather and road-debris protection. Essential for high-value vehicles, show cars, and race cars.
Available from 18′ (single car) to 32’+ (multi-car). More expensive than open haulers but
protects your investment.

Size Guide for Car Haulers

• 16′-18′ bumper pull: Single car. Most popular for personal use and small tow vehicles.
• 20′-22′ bumper pull: Single car with extra room for toolboxes/spare parts.
• 24′-28′ gooseneck: 1-2 cars. The most popular commercial car hauler size.
• 32′-40′ gooseneck: 2-3 cars. Commercial auto transport and dealership use.

Top Car Hauler Brands at Trailer Place

Kaufman Car Haulers

Kaufman is one of the most recognized
names in car hauler trailers. Since 1987, they’ve built car haulers specifically designed for vehicle
transport — proper tie-down points, appropriate deck width, and ramp configurations that work for
standard and lowered vehicles.

Diamond C Car Haulers

Diamond C offers premium car hauler
configurations in their flatbed lineup. Texas-built quality with the powder-coat finish that Diamond C
is known for. Excellent resale value.

Aluma Aluminum Car Haulers

Aluma builds all-aluminum car haulers
that are significantly lighter than steel equivalents. Less trailer weight = more car weight capacity
within your truck’s tow rating. Plus zero rust, ever.

Key Features for Car Haulers

• Proper width: 82″-102″ between fenders for standard vehicles. Wider is better for trucks and SUVs.
• Ramp type: Slide-in ramps (affordable), stand-up ramps (convenient), or hydraulic dove-tail (best for low vehicles).
• Tie-down points: D-rings or stake pockets for wheel straps at all four corners.
• Winch mount: Essential for loading non-running vehicles.
• Brakes on all axles: Required for loaded car haulers — vehicles are heavy.
• LED lighting: Better visibility and reliability than incandescent.

Shop Car Hauler Trailers

Browse our car hauler inventory
at Trailer Place, 2507 County Rd 231, Wharton, TX 77488.
Financing available.
Call (979) 532-1486.