Every track car or off-road build eventually faces a crucial decision. Will the vehicle remain road-legal, or will it be towed around on a trailer? U-Haul's new enthusiast-focused trailer, the Toy Hauler, aims to make this choice easier. Let's explore what makes this trailer a significant upgrade.

Revolutionize Your Vehicle Hauling with the U-Haul Toy Hauler

Size and Capacity: A Mighty Upgrade

Modern vehicles are getting increasingly heavier, posing challenges for traditional car trailers. The U-Haul Toy Hauler addresses this by increasing the rated load capacity from 5,290 pounds to a mighty 6,800 pounds. It also measures 23 feet long, with a usable deck size of 16 feet, which is over a 30% upgrade compared to the existing Auto Transport trailer. This extra space allows for more flexibility when transporting project cars and weekend rides.Moreover, the wider 8.5-foot width of the Toy Hauler, with stepped "drive-over" fenders, enables owners to load wider vehicles more easily. In contrast, the older trailer design with vertical fenders makes it difficult to load anything wider than 6.5 feet at the tires.

Practical Features for Oddball Vehicles

Owners of oddball vehicles will appreciate the three ramps instead of the usual two on the Toy Hauler. This is a huge boon for owners of three-wheeled vehicles like old-school ATVs or the Polaris Slingshot. They can simply pull out the three ramps and drive straight up without any tricky maneuvers.While the trailer may seem overly large for some applications, having more room to work with is often beneficial when heading to the track. The abundant space can accommodate a few sets of tires or other supporting gear that won't fit in the tow vehicle. The trailer is equipped with enough tie-down points to ensure a secure load.

Arrival and Complement to the Fleet

The new trailers are set to arrive in 2025 and will be available in both the US and Canada. The Toy Hauler is an addition to the U-Haul fleet, not a replacement. The existing Auto Transport trailers will still be available, renting for $54.95 a day. Pricing for the new trailers has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be at a small premium due to the extra capability.As an Australian with some experience using similar trailers, I can appreciate the improvements offered by the U-Haul Toy Hauler. It addresses some of the common issues with existing trailers, such as poor load distribution control and difficulty loading narrow vehicles.Mercedes Streeter, who has used U-Haul's existing offering, is in support of the new design. She notes that the new trailers will be a game-changer, eliminating the big hole in the middle and allowing for a wider variety of vehicles to be hauled. While they may be a bit more challenging for amateurs to load, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.Hauling cars around can be a daunting task, especially if it's not something you do frequently. U-Haul's new trailer simplifies the process, providing a better-equipped solution for those with larger or strange vehicles. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a serious enthusiast, the Toy Hauler could be the perfect solution for getting your car out and having some fun.Image credits: U-Haul, Mercedes Streeter