--- title: "U-Haul Is Launching a New Race Car Trailer, and It’s a Game-Changer" date: "2024-12-04" modified: "2024-12-04" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/u-haul-just-dropped-a-superior-car-trailer" categories: - "News" --- # U-Haul Is Launching a New Race Car Trailer, and It’s a Game-Changer ![]() *\U-Haul\* Project car lovers rejoice! It's about to get easier for you to haul your track machines and non-running junkers because U-Haul is launching a brand-new trailer in 2025 aimed squarely at enthusiasts. While [U-Haul rental trailers]() have always been the go-to for cheap automobile relocation, this new one—aptly called the "Toy Hauler"—has been designed specifically to make towing everything from side-by-sides to three-wheelers to race cars even easier. What makes the Toy Hauler different from any U-Haul other trailer? Its size, for starters. The entire trailer is just over 23 feet long, with a usable deck measuring 16 feet long and 8.5 feet wide. To make sure all of that space is usable, the two wheel arch fenders are stepped, allowing vehicles to drive over them safely. So if you're towing something that takes up the entire width of the trailer, you can still drive it on without damaging anything. U-Haul also upped the carrying capacity of the Toy Hauler to 6,800 pounds, a respectable leap from the old Auto Transport trailer's 5,290-pound rated max. Thankfully, most people aren't towing electric SUVs and pickup trucks, as the 6,800-pound capacity would still be too low for cars like the [Rivian R1T]() or[ Chevy Silverado EV.]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() U-Haul's newest creation also provides a bunch of tie-down points and rails that can be used to secure vehicles, wheels, or any other track day *accouterments*. Interestingly, U-Haul even thought of [oddball three-wheeled vehicles]() like the [Morgan 3 Wheeler]() and Polaris Slingshot by adding three eight-foot slide-out ramps. The Toy Hauler isn't necessary for everyone, so if you're towing a small car or motorcycle, you can probably make do with one of U-Haul's smaller, cheaper options. While there's no official price yet, and production doesn't even start until 2025, the Toy Hauler will probably be more expensive than $54.95 per day like you pay for the standard car trailer. However, even if you don't need it, the Toy Hauler seems much easier to use than the normal car hauler we've all been renting for years. For anyone who can swing the extra cash, this new trailer will probably make their lives a lot nicer. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()