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This section provides an overview for carrier cars as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 carrier car manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked carrier car companies as of December, 2024: 1.Seamless Autotech Pvt.ltd, 2.Top Start Trailers, 3.VST coreB Trailers.
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A carrier car, also known as a vehicle transporter, is a vehicle designed to transport various vehicles on its cargo bed.
It is also referred to as a vehicle transporter or car carrier. Many people have likely seen trucks carrying vehicles on the road, and most of these are carrier cars. True to its name, a carrier car is a vehicle designed to transport vehicles and must be equipped with facilities to securely fix the loaded vehicles. carrier cars play a vital role in transporting vehicles ranging from motorcycles, regular cars, and compact cars to 2-ton trucks.
Carrier cars are used to transport vehicles from automobile manufacturers' factories and logistics centers to dealerships or export ports.
Carrier cars with added crane functions are also utilized in scenarios such as the recovery and processing of accident-damaged vehicles. Furthermore, they are useful for transporting vehicles with expired inspections, vehicles in violation of traffic laws, or those rendered inoperable for various reasons.
Carrier cars operate by using the power from the truck's engine to activate the hydraulic system through a Power Take-Off (PTO). This hydraulic system moves the cargo bed, winch, or crane. During loading and unloading, hydraulic cylinders are activated through lever or remote-control operations to tilt or slide the cargo bed.
The basic structure of a carrier car consists of the vehicle's body with an engine and driver's seat, and the cargo bed for loading vehicles. There are several variations in the structure of the cargo bed.
Some carrier cars have inclines for loading, while others tilt the cargo bed by lifting the truck. Additionally, some have a sliding function for the cargo bed, and others are fitted with cranes or winches.
There is a wide variety of carrier cars, ranging from those with a sliding mechanism for small trucks transporting a single vehicle to those with a capacity to carry up to eight vehicles when connected. Broadly speaking, there are three types of carrier cars.
The loader type is based on a 2-ton truck and can carry one vehicle. This is the most commonly used type and can be driven with a regular driver's license.
The motorcycle type can carry 2 to 5 vehicles, with a two-tiered system for loading on the top and bottom. It is widely used as it can transport multiple vehicles at once, but it requires a large vehicle license to operate.
The trailer type is a large carrier car that is towed. It can carry up to six vehicles, and the trailer is also configured as a two-tiered system. In addition to a large license, a towing license is required to operate. However, as an exception, in Iwate, Miyagi, Shizuoka, Aichi, and Fukuoka prefectures, an application for a structural reform special zone has been made, allowing operation with a total length of 21 meters and a maximum loading capacity of eight vehicles.
Choosing a carrier car is crucial, and it should be based on the primary use and the location where it will be frequently utilized. This is because the type of carrier car chosen can significantly impact the economic aspects.
Selecting a carrier car that aligns with the primary use and the location of use is essential for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
While carrier cars have the advantage of transporting multiple vehicles simultaneously and reducing costs, there are also some disadvantages.
Carrier cars can significantly reduce costs by transporting multiple vehicles at once. Moreover, since they do not increase the mileage of the vehicles to be sold, the value of the transported vehicles does not decrease.
Two-tiered carrier cars may encounter potential issues with road height restrictions. It is necessary to confirm the height restrictions on each road along the route to the destination in advance.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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HAMANA WORKS CO., LTD., founded in 1942 and headquartered in Shizuoka, Japan, is a manufacturer of logistics vehicles. The company designs and produces transport vehicles, including cargo vehicles, cargo trailers, and car carriers. It has established an integrated production system to handle the entire process, from material assembly and painting to finishing and final inspection. The company has acquired ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications for quality and environmental standards, as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series (OHSAS 18001:2007) certification.
CHENGLI SPECIAL AUTOMBILE CO., LTD., established in 2004 and based in Suizhou city, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of special trucks. The company's range of trucks includes concrete mixer trucks, airport crash tenders, and rear loader garbage trucks. These products are used in various industries, including the construction industry, waste management, and transportation and logistics. The company offers services including technical support, spare parts supply, and training on the use of its machines while being ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2004 certified.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seamless Autotech Pvt.ltd |
13.8%
|
| 2 | Top Start Trailers |
13.8%
|
| 3 | VST coreB Trailers |
13.8%
|
| 4 | Kailash Vahn |
13.8%
|
| 5 | Sinotruk Hubei Huawin Imp. & Exp. Co., Ltd |
10.3%
|
| 6 | J & J Trailer Manufacturers & Sales Inc. |
10.3%
|
| 7 | CHENGLI SPECIAL AUTOMBILE CO., LTD. |
10.3%
|
| 8 | HAMANA WORKS CO., LTD. |
6.9%
|
| 9 | Shandong YIHAI Special Vehicle Co., Ltd. |
3.4%
|
| 10 | Zhengzhou Dongfeng Mid-south Enterprise Co., Ltd. |
3.4%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the carrier car page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
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■One side release/automatic lock. Convenient and easy-to-use interlocking mechanism The rear gate lock can be unlocked on both sides at the same ti...
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■Ideal for loading and unloading industrial and agricultural machinery The unic carrier's proud loading platform is equipped with an opening/closin...
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■Powerful jack and horizontal balance mechanism that creates the ideal loading platform inclination Equipped with a long jack that uses plenty of p...
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■Super smooth with reliable all-process cylinder The loading platform slide device inherits the ``all-process cylinder'' system that Unic has culti...
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■Simple operation control system The winch, outrigger, and accelerator levers are installed at the bottom of the outrigger box (driver's side) and ...
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