Light Car Trailer Market Report 2025

The light car trailer market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.54 billion in 2024 to $1.6 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rise in recreational activities, growing interest in outdoor adventures, expanding small business activities, urbanization and limited storage spaces, increased adoption for motorsports.

The light car trailer market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.93 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in electric and hybrid vehicles, rise in adventure tourism, focus on lightweight and aerodynamic designs, adoption of sustainable materials, increased popularity of camper trailers, global tourism trends. Major trends in the forecast period include multi-functional trailers, advanced safety features, smart trailer technology, customization options, integration of aerodynamic features, online sales and direct-to-consumer models.

The rapidly growing tourism industry is expected to drive the growth of the light car trailer market in the future. The tourism industry encompasses traveling outside one's area of residence or hometown for leisure, social, or business purposes, whether domestically or internationally. Light trailers, which are vehicles without motive power, include utility trailers commonly used for travel due to their compact design, particularly favored by motorsport enthusiasts for transporting vehicles. Consequently, the expanding tourism sector is increasing the demand for light car trailers. For example, in May 2024, data from the Office for National Statistics Census 2021, a UK-based government agency, revealed that in 2023, UK residents took 6.3 million international business trips, up from 4.9 million in 2022. Therefore, the burgeoning tourism industry is a key driver of the light car trailer market.

The rising popularity of recreational activities is expected to drive the growth of the light car trailer market in the future. Recreational activities encompass any outdoor pursuits undertaken for fun, exercise, or leisure, including learning how to engage in these activities. Light car trailers play a crucial role in these pursuits by offering a convenient and efficient means to transport equipment such as camping gear, bicycles, and outdoor supplies, thereby enhancing the overall experience for outdoor enthusiasts and travelers. For example, in 2023, the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), a U.S.-based nonprofit organization, reported that the outdoor recreation participant base grew by 2.3% in 2022, reaching a record 168.1 million participants, which represents 55% of the U.S. population aged six and older. Thus, the increasing number of recreational activities is a significant driver of growth in the light car trailer market.

An emerging trend in the light car trailer market is the introduction of innovative electric travel trailers. Major market players are actively developing electric vehicles to stay competitive. For example, in August 2022, Bowlus introduced the all-electric Volterra, touted as the world's first all-electric travel trailer. This innovative trailer features an induction cooktop, high-speed satellite internet, and a weight of 3250 pounds with a payload of 750 pounds. Its use of 17 kWh lithium iron phosphate batteries provides increased capacity, allowing for approximately 65 miles of emergency EV charging due to the enhanced battery capabilities.

Major companies in the light car trailer market are increasingly focusing on developing innovative open platforms to gain a competitive advantage. An innovative open platform is a flexible and adaptable system that facilitates integration with various applications, devices, or technologies within a unified framework. For example, in March 2023, a group of former Tesla employees launched Lightship L1, an electric RV trailer through their startup, Lightship Energy. The L1 features a self-propelling electric powertrain designed to reduce the load on the towing vehicle, making it especially suitable for electric vehicles (EVs). This RV trailer addresses the range-loss issue that often affects EVs when towing. Additionally, the Lightship L1 boasts a sleek, aerodynamic design and incorporates modern features such as solar power capabilities, distinguishing it in the RV industry.

In January 2022, Clarience Technologies, a U.S.-based provider of advanced safety and visibility solutions, acquired Fleetilla for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens Clarience’s capabilities in remote asset management and telematics solutions, aligning with their objective to enhance fleet safety, protect assets, and ensure safer journeys. Fleetilla LLC is a U.S.-based software company that offers telematics solutions designed to optimize the management and tracking of light car trailers.

Major companies operating in the light car trailer market include Aluma Ltd., Felling Trailers, Futura Trailers, Haulmark, Kaufman Trailers, Pace American, SylvanSport LLC, Woodford Trailers Ltd., Aluminum Trailer Company, Doepker Industries, East Manufacturing Company, Fontaine Trailer Company, Big Tex Trailers, Featherlite Trailers, PJ Trailers, Triton Trailers, Sundowner Trailers, Echo Trailers, Bri-Mar Trailers, Wells Cargo, Cargo Express, Midsota Manufacturing, Sure-Trac, Stealth Trailers, Mission Trailers, Load Trail, Diamond C Trailers, Maxey Trailers, Look Trailers, Homesteader Trailers, Moritz International, Rice Trailers, Doolittle Trailer Mfg, Calico Trailers, Mirage Trailers, Top Hat Trailers, Lark United Manufacturing.

North America was the largest region in the light car trailer market in 2024. The regions covered in the light car trailer market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the light car trailer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Light trailers are vehicles lacking motive power, distinguished by the absence of pedals and a motor for wheel propulsion. They are specifically designed to transport the maximum load determined by the manufacturer. Typically towed by automobiles or trucks, these trailers serve the purpose of moving lightweight cars.

The primary classifications of light car trailers include utility light car trailers and recreational light car trailers. These trailers, unpowered themselves, rely on being towed or pulled by motorized vehicles such as trucks or cars. Two main designs prevail, open-light car trailers and enclosed light car trailers. Additionally, they can feature either a single-axle configuration or a multi-axle setup. Light car trailers find application in various sectors such as tourism and transportation, serving a range of purposes beyond their primary function.

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The light car trailer market consists of sales of motorcycle light car trailers, snowmobile light car trailers, watercraft light car trailers, and passenger vehicle light car trailers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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