There are a range of different types of car trailers available today. There are some that have wooden bases, and those that have steel plating, and they are available in various configurations that could hold one, two, or more vehicles.

Many of the car trailers are open, meaning that the vehicle that is being hauled is out in the open when it is being transported. There is a risk of damage to the paint or the windows from rocks kicking up on the road, for example. Therefore, if you choose an open car trailer rather than a closed car trailer, you might want to have a cover that you can affix to the vehicle. This is particularly true for those who are going to be transporting a classic vehicle of any type.

Today, there are many car trailer manufacturers including PJ Trailers, Appalachian Trailers, Kaufman Trailers, and Reinhart Trailers.