Renting trailers near you used to require days or weeks to get the best deal but apps like Trailer Link are changing the game…. Trailer rental deals get done anywhere and from any device. Since the advent of the internet new technology has improved how renters rent trailers and the services providers can offer them.  The growth of smartphones and mobile technologies has transformed industries however the trailer rental market lags in innovation and is  one of  the last to feel the positive effects of  this technological change. Web technology has helped renters find rental providers with some ..read more

This is our follow up post to renting reefer trailers where we explore the different refrigeration units available for reefer van rentals and present some links to the 2019 models for Thermo King and Carrier. We look at what to look for when renting reefer trailers and the reefer units specifically. As we discussed in our previous article, there is a fuel consumption trade-off: The more insulated and thermo efficient the trailer, the lower the amount of power needed to maintain constant temperatures.  A more insulated trailer will typically have less room and weigh more.  This increases the f ..read more

Quick Tips For Reefer Rentals Maintenance is key – Worn insulation can lead to high costs, make sure this is discussed during bidding Factor in the fuel impact on older models – less thermal efficiency means higher fuel cost in the end Check retrofitted vans – converted reefer vans can be efficient but should be ensured they are efficient Check for warranty coverage – refrigerated units under warranty are more likely to be maintained by their owner to specific minimum standards. Rent the right trailer for the job – Canadian winters can be very cold and so depending on where you are haul ..read more

Semi-trailer operators face a challenging decision when deciding to rent or lease a trailer.  Not only is the cost of the trailer a large factor, but a stable source of drivers is also required to ensure the fleet is operating at maximum capacity and efficiency.  At the same time, the operator needs to consider whether to invest in technology such as GPS, automatic air-up on tires, or other technology.   For most operators in the industry, technology is a key unknown.  Technology has proven to be a double-edged sword: if you invest too early or in the wrong equipment, you can end up with expe ..read more

We frequently get asked about how payments work with trailer rentals on Trailer Link. We’ve simplified the payment process by allowing trailer renters to pay with their credit card.  It’s that simple.  Once a payment is made, funds are sent directly to the trailer provider’s bank account, less transaction fees. The fees are those fee charged by the credit card plus a mark-up for the service of Trailer Link. By using a credit card, credit checks for trailer rentals are not required. While a trailer provider may have a specific credit policy, as the trailer renter pays in advance, the trailer r ..read more

Maintenance Contracts are common in Canada for Trailer rentals and leases. For example, many trailer rental contracts charge a per kilometer fee for the trailer and an additional fee for each hour of engine run-time for the reefer or heater. Because of competition in the market and the nature of the sales process, maintenance fees are often a very good option for the trailer renter to include in the contract.  Rates are often at, near or in some cases below the true cost of servicing the trailer.  In many cases, as rates charged to the renter do not vary materially with the age o ..read more

The team at Trailer Link is happy to announce our new blog. We will be using this as a platform to talk about company news, Trailer Link features & functionality as well as the Canadian semi trailer rental market in general. Stay tuned and subscribe as we continue to connect renters with trailer providers and everything in between. -The Trailer Link Team The post Welcome to the Trailer Link Blog appeared first on Trailer Link ..read more