By Last updated: September 11, 2026 If you own a trailer and want more rental bookings, one of the best places to start is close to home. Building local trailer rental partnerships can help more people in your area learn that your trailer is available when they need it. Online listings matter, but local relationships can also go…
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How to Test Local Demand for Trailer Rentals Without Buying First
Last updated: September 10, 2026 Buying a trailer can be a great investment, but it is still an investment. Before spending money on a dump trailer, utility trailer, enclosed trailer, car hauler, or horse trailer, it is smart to understand your local trailer rental demand first. The good news is that you do not have to guess.…
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Common Utility Trailer Problems and Quick Fixes for Hosts
The most common utility trailer problems hosts should check before a rental are lights that do not work, loose wiring, low or worn tires, sticky ramp gates, missing pins, weak safety chains, and dirty trailer beds. Most of these issues can be caught with a quick walkaround before pickup. For towlos hosts, staying ahead of common…
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A Move and 3 Trailers: Why the Right Trailer Matters
Moving is never just one task. It is packing, loading, hauling, sorting, cleaning, and figuring out what needs to go where. When animals, equipment, and long-distance travel are involved, the logistics get even more complicated. Sometimes, one trailer simply is not enough. That was the case during a recent long-distance move that required strategy, planning,…
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The towlos App Is Here: Download Today
We are excited to announce that the towlos app is officially live and ready to download in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This is a big step for towlos and an even easier way for people to find, book, and list trailer rentals. Whether you need a trailer for a weekend project,…
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Common Mistakes People Make When Loading a Trailer
Loading a trailer may seem simple, but doing it the wrong way can create serious problems on the road. From uneven weight distribution to loose cargo, small mistakes can lead to trailer sway, damaged items, unsafe towing, or delays before you even leave the driveway. Whether you are hauling furniture, equipment, landscaping materials, a vehicle,…
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Utility Trailer Side Hustle Ideas for Summer
If you already own a utility trailer, summer can be a great time to put it to work. Between yard projects, moving season, outdoor events, and weekend cleanup jobs, there are plenty of people who need help hauling things from one place to another. A utility trailer side hustle can be a simple way to earn extra…
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towlos Founder Matt Jones Joins To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before Podcast
Our founder and CEO, Matt Jones, recently joined the To All The Cars I’ve Loved Before podcast for a conversation that felt like a perfect fit for towlos. The episode, titled “C7 Corvette, Porsche 930 & Car Trailers: Towlos Startup,” dives into Matt’s love of cars, the story behind building towlos, and how a personal need for the right…
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Why Over-Tire Tie-Downs Are the Proper Way to Secure a Car on a Car Hauler
Transporting a car is not something you want to guess your way through, especially when you are hauling a low-profile sports car. Whether you are heading to a track day, picking up a new project, or moving a vehicle across town, properly securing the car to the trailer matters. Low-clearance vehicles need extra care when…
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What Is a Trailer Light Kit and When Do You Need One?
If you own a trailer, your lights matter more than you may think. Trailer lights help other drivers see when you are braking, turning, backing up, or driving at night. Without properly working lights, towing can become unsafe fast. That is where a trailer light kit comes in. A trailer light kit gives you the basic lighting…
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