Carmate Trailers
ActiveOverview
Car Mate Trailers manufactures enclosed cargo, open utility, car hauler, contractor, equipment, and specialty trailers sold through dealers in the northeastern United States and eastern Canada. The company operates from a 55-acre campus with over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space across seven buildings. It is known for in-house production of trailers targeted at contractors and heavy-duty users.12346
History
Founded in 1974 by James A. Pfendler as Pennstyle Campers, which produced aluminum truck caps and accessories. In 1982, it began manufacturing Car Mate utility trailers, evolving into a full line of enclosed cargo and open utility trailers. The company is based on a 55-acre site in Leeper, Pennsylvania.46
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosed Cargo Trailers | Versatile enclosed transport | $5,000 - $25,000 |
| Contractor Series Trailers | Heavy-duty contractor use | $8,000 - $30,000 |
| Open Car Haulers | Vehicle towing and hauling | $4,000 - $15,000 |
| Utility and Landscape Trailers | General purpose open trailers | $2,500 - $10,000 |
| Motorcycle Trailers | Specialized bike transport | $3,000 - $12,000 |
| Dump Trailers | Material hauling and dumping | $6,000 - $20,000 |
| Custom Cargo Trailers | Tailored enclosed solutions | $7,000 - $35,000 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured in-house at the company's 55-acre facility in Leeper, Pennsylvania, using dedicated weld, paint, fabrication, and finish shops across over 100,000 square feet in seven buildings. Trailers are built from scratch by on-site craftsmen.346
Notable Products
- Contractor Series Trailers - Enclosed trailers designed for professional contractors with heavy-duty construction.
- Enclosed Cargo Trailers - Customizable enclosed units for secure cargo transport.
- Open Car Haulers - Open trailers for hauling cars and equipment.
- Utility Trailers - Open trailers for landscaping and general utility tasks.
- Dump Trailers - Trailers equipped for loading and unloading bulk materials.
Reputation
Car Mate Trailers is regarded by contractors and users for durable construction suited to demanding work environments. The Lifetime Plus 10 warranty is frequently noted as a strong point among professionals. Some sources vary on employee count between 11-20 and 70, but the focus remains on quality in-house manufacturing.1246