Our History Since 1982 – Interstate Trailers Inc.

Original Interstate Trailers plant in Arlington, Texas

The Beginning

Interstate Trailers is incorporated in Arlington, Texas

On September 1st, 1982, Interstate Trailers officially began its journey in Arlington, Texas. The founders, driven by a passion for craftsmanship and commitment to excellence, established the company with a simple mission: to create trailers that could handle any job, anywhere. The original facility was modest but filled with determination. With basic equipment and a dedicated team, Interstate began laying the foundation for what would become one of America's most trusted trailer manufacturers, marked by hands-on craftsmanship and unwavering attention to detail.

First Delivery

First truck load of Trailers shipped

Just two and a half months after incorporation, Interstate Trailers achieved a major milestone - shipping the first truckload of completed trailers. This moment represented more than just a business transaction; it was the realization of a dream and the beginning of a legacy. That first shipment embodied everything Interstate Trailers stood for: quality craftsmanship, reliability, and dedication to meeting customer needs. The excitement felt by the entire team as they watched that first truck leave the facility would become the driving force behind every trailer that followed, marking the beginning of Interstate's reputation for excellence.

Groundbreaking for the Interstate Trailers plant in 1999

Expansion Vision

Ground breaking of new manufacturing facility

After 17 years of steady growth, Interstate Trailers broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This pivotal moment represented evolution - a commitment to embracing new technologies, improving processes, and leading the trailer industry into the 21st century. The new facility was designed to incorporate cutting-edge manufacturing technologies while maintaining the hands-on quality control that made Interstate famous. Every aspect was planned to improve efficiency, enhance worker safety, and expand capacity to meet growing demand, marking the start of a new chapter in Interstate's story.

Aerial view of the Interstate Trailers plant in 2001

New Era Begins

Grand opening of new plant in Mansfield, Texas

The grand opening of Interstate's new Mansfield facility marked the dawn of a new era. The state-of-the-art plant incorporated cutting-edge manufacturing technology with the time-tested quality standards that built the company's reputation over its first 18 years. The facility brought good-paying manufacturing jobs to Mansfield and demonstrated Interstate's commitment to the Texas community. The move enabled the company to expand its dealer network nationwide and establish itself as a true industry leader, beginning Interstate's most successful period of growth.

Aerial view of the Interstate Trailers plant in 2023

Celebrating Success

25 years at the new facility, playing a key role in the development of Mansfield, TX

As Interstate celebrates 25 years in Mansfield, the company reflects on its integral role in the city's transformation from a small Texas town to a thriving community. Interstate has been more than a manufacturer - it's been a cornerstone of the local economy and a provider of stable employment for hundreds of families. The company continues to innovate and lead the industry while maintaining the core values of quality, craftsmanship, and community commitment that were established over 40 years ago.

Our Journey