Cargo theft is rampant across Canada and the United States, and if you have a massive haul to take on the road, you’re no doubt worried about its safety and security. At Factory Outlet, we understand the importance of protecting your assets and getting your loads to and from their destination without a hitch.
We offer a variety of trailer parts that can give you peace of mind when your loads are sitting in the warehouse or parked in a gas station. Keep reading to learn how you can upgrade your trailer’s theft protection features!
The Importance of Securing Your Trailer
Trailer theft is a big problem for commercial fleets and has continued to increase over the last few years. In 2024, cargo theft rose by 27% in Canada from the previous year and accounted for 3,625 of reported crimes in the country, and this number is expected to increase by the end of 2025.
Large and small companies are losing valuable cargo and revenue in the process, with electronics, building materials, and auto parts being the most common targets.
Fleet managers can protect their hauls and drivers by upgrading their long-haul trailers with theft prevention features. Combining body additions and technology can help ensure your fleets are secure no matter where they’re parked!
Trailer Parts that Deter Lifters
There are a number of safety precautions fleet managers can take to protect their cargo. Technologies like GPS tracking can be effective, but manual adjustments to your trailer’s mobility give you the best possible protection against thieves. Here are a few theft prevention parts you can have installed on your fleet:
Coupler Locks: Coupler locks secure your trailer’s coupler when detached from your vehicle. This device prevents thieves from hooking up their own vehicles to your trailer.
It’s important to install a quality, tool-proof lock that thieves can’t easily hack. At Factory Outlet, we install the Fortress Coupler Lock, which is the toughest on the market. The metal is highly resistant to corrosion, and its versatile design ensures compatibility with a variety of trailer makes and types.
Wheel/Trailer Boot Lock: One of the best ways to secure a trailer is to keep the wheels locked, which you can do with a trailer boot lock. These locks are similar to those used by law enforcement to immobilize vehicles, making them a very effective deterrent against trailer lifters.
Trailer Hitch Guard: A hitch guard protects the ball hitch mount, preventing thieves from attaching their vehicle. A hitch receiver lock can add extra security by preventing thieves from removing the ball hitch mount.
Locking Lug Nuts: While these components aren’t impossible for a thief to remove, they do add an extra layer of protection to your wheels by slowing a thief down in their attempt. They would have to remove the lug nuts before attaching their vehicle to the trailer, which can also prevent your wheels from being removed, a common “consolation prize” among trailer thieves.
Combining these effective theft protection features with a GPS tracking system will help keep your cargo safe from thieves, and help your load reach its destination safely and untampered!
Contact FOT for Quality Trailer Parts and Repairs
If you need theft protection for your cargo fleet, you can get quality components from Factory Outlet Trailers! We provide state-of-the-art trailer parts from brands like Axiom and Fortress that are simple to install.
If you’re preparing your fleet for the winter on-road season, bring your trailers to one of our locations for maintenance and repair. Contact us today to learn more about our services.