Some trucks and trailers are designed to haul specific kinds of cargo; once you know your truck types, it’s easier to spot one on the road and know what kind of cargo that truck might be carrying.

There are several types of semi-trailers on the road that all serve a different purpose. Here are the main types and how they connect to the trucks.

Enclosed cargo trailers protect their load from weather, theft and travel hazards such as wind and rocks. They vary in size from less than 10 feet long to more than 30 feet long, with weight ...

Taking a closer look at their cargo, tank trucks are commonly used for transporting a variety of materials, including fuel, chemicals, food-grade liquids, water, liquefied gases, and more.