[Video] Common Transportation Industry Trailer Types

There are a lot of trailer types used in the transportation industry. With so many options to choose from, it's understandable if you're confused as to their differences and unique benefits. 

In this video, let's talk about 10 of the most common trailer types shippers use to move freight in the transportation industry so that you have a better understanding of each of your options. 

Video Chapters:

  • 0:00 What will I learn? 
  • 0:40 Dry Van Trailers 
  • 1:00 Flatbed Trailers 
  • 1:42 Refrigerated / Reefer Trailers 
  • 2:18 Step-deck / Drop-deck Trailers 
  • 2:40 Double Drop Trailers 
  • 2:57 Hot Shot Trailers
  • 3:26 Conestoga Trailers 
  • 3:48 Extendable / Expandable Drop Deck Trailers 
  • 4:07 Removable Goose Neck / RGN Trailers 
  • 4:29 Extendable / Expandable RGN Trailers 
  • 5:11 Free Resources / Learning Hub

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Aaron Winter

Written by Aaron Winter

Aaron has been with ATS as a national sales representative since July 2018. During this time, Aaron has enjoyed using his finely-tuned analytical skills and industry knowledge to solve his customers' problems. He also has a passion for mentoring other sales reps and acted as a mentor in ATS' inaugural national sales representative mentorship program.

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